what does acupuncture treat?

 

In the late 1970s, the World Health Organization recognized the ability of acupuncture and Oriental medicine to treat nearly four dozen common ailments, including:

  • neuromusculoskeletal conditions (such as arthritis, neuralgia, insomnia, dizziness, and neck/shoulder pain);

  • emotional and psychological disorders (such as depression and anxiety);

  • circulatory disorders (such as hypertension, angina pectoris, arteriosclerosis and anemia);

  • addictions to alcohol, nicotine and other drugs;

  • respiratory disorders (such as emphysema, sinusitis, allergies and bronchitis);

  • gastrointestinal conditions (such as food allergies, ulcers, chronic diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, intestinal weakness, anorexia and gastritis).

In 1997, a consensus statement released by the National Institutes of Health found that acupuncture is useful to treat:

  • addiction

  • headaches

  • menstrual cramps

  • tennis elbow

  • fibromyalgia

  • myofascial pain

  • osteoarthritis

  • lower back pain

  • carpal tunnel syndrome

  • asthma

Tucson Community Acupuncture
 
Tales from the Recliner : Patient Testimonials

"I just want to say that I LOVE the Community Acupuncture Clinic! I truly look forward to my treatments and for many reasons—the genuine caring and compassion of [the practitioners], the friendly welcome each and every visit, the healing energy of the community treatment room and last but certainly not least—the incredible acupuncture talent and individualized treatment focus by both practitioners. I have been so pleased with my results and feel so blessed to have such truly dedicated professional acupuncturists in such a holistic, energizing, and holy setting. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!" 

–S.M.

"Keith and Larry probably saved my life. Although I wasn't suicidal during the fall after they opened, my severe, chronic depression was limiting, to say the least! They cured this lifelong ailment that left me flat on my face too many times to count. After several weeks of weekly treatment, I stopped taking conventional "medicine" (SSRIs) and began to actually live! I now appreciate each moment in my LIFE." 

–C.M.

"I came to TCA for the first time with chronic sinus congestion. After three treatments, the congestion was completely gone. The treatments are so relaxing and enjoyable, the clearing of my sinus seemed like gravy. I would recommend TCA without hesitation to anyone wanting to try the benefits of acupuncture." 

–R.D.

"I highly recommend Tucson Community Acupuncture for their skill and caring. The quality of the treatment is exceptional. I have tried quitting smoking several times over the past six months and believe the multiple treatments I had at TCA have helped me finally kick the habit. I would go in feeling sick, stressed, and really wanting to smoke, and come out feeling centered, stronger, and ready to focus on something more healthy. The NADA protocol ear seeds helped me all day at home as well. I will continue to entrust TCA with my health care needs as well as that of my family." 

–L.T.

"I came to TCA for the first time with chronic sinus congestion. After three treatments, the congestion was completely gone. The treatments are so relaxing and enjoyable, the clearing of my sinus seemed like gravy. I would recommend TCA without hesitation to anyone wanting to try the benefits of acupuncture." 

–R.D.

f you're new to acupuncture, this would be a particularly great place to start, both because of the low cost and the completely non-clinical feel of the place. You can schedule online or over the phone. Check it out and support a community-centered local business!" 

–Yelp Review