The World Health Organization recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of medical problems, including:

1. Digestive disorders: gastritis and hyperacidity, spastic colon, constipation, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome.
2. Respiratory disorders: sinusitis, sore throat, bronchitis, asthma, and recurrent chest infections.
3. Neurological and muscular disorders: headaches, facial tics, neck pain, rib neuritis, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, various forms of tendonitis, low hack pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis.
4. Urinary, menstrual, and reproductive problems.

Acupuncture is particularly useful in resolving physical problems related to tension, stress and emotional conditions. Other areas acupuncture has been proven to be effective include:

1. Allergies/Sinus
2. Arthritis
3. Bone spur
4. Carpal tunnel
5. Chronic fatigue
6. Fibromyalgia
7. Headache
8. Hemorrhoids
9. Infertility
10. Insomnia
11. Menopause/Hot flash
12. Migraine
13. Poor circulation
14. Sports injuries
15. Stop smoking
16. Weight control
17. Skin problems