Research into Acupuncture
There is extensive research on the effectiveness of acupuncture for a wide range of conditions.
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends the use of acupuncture for the managing of chronic pain, chronic tension type headaches & migraines, as per guidelines published in April 2021.
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For more detailed information about the scientific evidence supporting acupuncture’s effectiveness for specific conditions, you can refer to the British Acupuncture Council’s individual factsheets.
Range of conditions that can benefit from acupuncture:
Chronic (long-term) Pain
- Pain that has lasted for 3 months or longer
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Joint & Muscle Pain
- Back pain/Sciatica
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
- Knee pain
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Sports Injuries
Women’s Health
- Menstrual problems
- Fertility
- IVF
- Pregnancy
- Menopause
Wellbeing
- Anxiety/Stress
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Tiredness/Low Energy
Headaches
- Chronic tension headaches
- Cluster headaches
- Migraines
Digestive Issues
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Colitis
Cancer Symptoms
- Pain
- Side effect of cancer treatment
Face & Jaw Pain
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Bells Palsy
- TMJ disorders
Respiratory problems
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Allergic Rhinitis/Hay fever
- Sinusitis
Urinary Problems
- Prostatitis
- Interstitial cystitis
