Two major articles published in 2017 highlight the value of acupuncture for pain conditions. The first article is a guideline published by the American College of Physicians which identifies the importance of acupuncture for the treatment of back pain (A Qaseem et al, 2017). The second article identifies the importance of acupuncture for the treatment of migraine, chronic headache, low back pain, knee arthritis and many other pain conditions (J. McDonald, S Janz, 2017)
We use several different methods to resolve pain conditions. We select the method that is the best match for the patient and the type and duration of pain. To learn more about these methods, read the following:
Read about these methods
We can help you regardless of whether your pain is acute or chronic:
Acute Pain
Comes on suddenly. For example, you bend over and suddenly get a stabbing pain in your back. Acute pain is also the type you experience after an accident or surgery
Chronic pain
Defined by pain that lasts three months or longer
Here are some examples of pain conditions we treat every day:
Arthritis
There are two types of arthritis: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Both types affect joints. Osteoarthritis is a condition associated with overuse of a joint. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease of the joints. Both types of arthritis can benefit from acupuncture.
More on Arthritis & Acupuncture
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is pain all over the body, with no specific, known cause. For additional information, see the section dedicated to addressing fibromyalgia.
Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia
Pain of the back, hip, neck, shoulder, or knee
Or pain in any joint of the body.
Back Pain Shoulder Pain Neck Pain
Plantar fasciitis
This is pain on the bottom of the foot, usually the heel. The pain is typically worse upon taking the first step in the morning.
Sports Injuries
Sports injuries are injuries due to participation in a part-time or professional sport. The injury may be acute or chronic.
More on Injuries
Repetitive Motion Injuries
These injuries are often work related and occur when a motion such as typing on a computer, styling hair, or performing construction tasks is repeated daily.
Carpal Tunnel
Characterized by pain, numbness, or tingling in the wrist and hand.
Motor vehicle accident or whiplash
Injury occurs from a sudden jerking to the head and neck, resulting in pain.
References:
A Qaseem, et al, Noninvasive Treatments for Acute, Subacute, and Chronic Low Back Pain: A Clinical Practice Guideline From the American College of Physicians. 2017 American College of Physicians
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McDonald, S Janz. The Acupuncture Evidence Project, A Comparative Literature Review. Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association Ltd, January 2017
