Acupuncture has been used to alleviate a wide variety of pain conditions. However, some of the most common types of pain that acupuncture has been shown to be effective in treating include:
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Knee pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Menstrual cramps
- Arthritis pain
- Post-operative pain
It’s important to note that the effectiveness of acupuncture may vary depending on the individual and the specific condition being treated. It’s always recommended to consult with a licensed acupuncturist to determine if acupuncture is a suitable treatment option for your particular situation.
Reference:
Vickers, A. J., Cronin, A. M., Maschino, A. C., Lewith, G., MacPherson, H., Foster, N. E., Sherman, K. J., Witt, C. M., Linde, K., & Acupuncture Trialists’ Collaboration. (2012). Acupuncture for chronic pain: individual patient data meta-analysis. Archives of internal medicine, 172(19), 1444-1453. https://doi.org/10.1001/archinternmed.2012.3654
This reference is for a meta-analysis of individual patient data that found acupuncture to be effective for chronic pain. While it doesn’t specifically list the types of pain this article mentioned, it provides evidence for the overall effectiveness of acupuncture in treating chronic pain.