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What is Acupuncture Used For?

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Many ailments can be treated by Traditional Chinese Medicine. TCM is also used in prevention of illness and to stimulate the immune system.

Commonly treated conditions:

* Headaches
* Digestive and urinary disorders
o Diarrhea
o Constipation
o IBS
o Bloating
o Acid reflux
o Nausea
o Morning sickness
* Gynecological disorders
* PMS
* Irregular periods
* Infertility
* Discomfort during pregnancy
* PCOS
* Menopausal symptoms
* Endometriosis
* Muscle pain and strain
* Stress
* Insomnia
* Allergies
* Sinusitis
* Sinus infection
* Anxiety
* Depression
* Fatigue
* Arthritis
* Weight loss
* Smoking cessation
* Back pain
* Sciatica
* Joint pain
* Acute and Chronic pain

According The World Health Organization, there are more than 100 different kinds of diseases and illnesses that can be treated very effectively by using acupuncture.

Jennifer Dubowsky earned her Master of Science degree in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College, an accredited 4 year Master’s program in Boulder, Colorado. She received her Diplomate from the NCCAOM, the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and completed an internship at the Sino-Japanese Friendship Hospital in Beijing, China. For more, visit www.tcm007.com