What Is Oriental Medicine and Who Can it Help?
Oriental Medicine has been used for more than 2500 years as a comprehensive health system. Today, people from all over the world, including more than 14 million Americans utilize OM. The unique aim of Oriental Medicine is to address the root cause of an individual’s disease pattern, not simply treat the manifestation of symptoms. The World Health Organization endorses acupuncture, and clinical studies have shown it to be beneficial in the treatment of many conditions. Research supports the efficacy of acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in the following conditions:
- Pain: neck, back, shoulder and knee pain, toothache, TMJ, migraines, tendonitis, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid and osteo-arthritis, postoperative pain
- Digestive disorders: irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, colitis, gastritis, candidiasis, diarrhea, constipation, acid reflux, nausea and vomiting, bad breath, hemorrhoids, detox support
- Respiratory disorders: asthma, wheezing, COPD, common cold and flu
- Urinary and reproductive disorders: urinary tract infection, frequent urination and incontinence, kidney stones, menstrual cramps, irregular or heavy periods, infertility and menopausal symptoms, endometriosis, PCOS, low libido, impotence
- Obstetrics: frequent miscarriage, morning sickness, induction of labor, breech fetus
- Psychological and emotional disorders: depression, anxiety, stress, panic, insomnia
- Neurological disorders: Bell’s Palsy, stroke, paralysis, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, trigeminal neuralgia, memory loss, multiple sclerosis
- Sensory disorders: hearing loss, tinnitus, visual disturbances, vertigo
- Pediatric disorders: ADHD, speech disorders, autism, developmental disorders
- Skin disorders: acne, eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, warts
- Symptom management for adverse reactions to chemotherapy and radiation, immune system deficiency
- Overweight or obesity, when coupled with diet and exercise
- Addictions to nicotine, alcohol, drugs and food
- Diabetes, high or low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, high cholesterol
- Seasonal and food allergies, chronic sinusitis
- Cosmetics: wrinkles, cellulite, skin discoloration
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