Acupuncture Treatment for Medical Conditions in Rhode Island
Our goal at the Traditional Eastern Medicine clinic is to help you achieve optimal health. When you come in for a consultation, our Doctors of Acupuncture [link to about us] will advise you of the therapeutic options available to treat your specific medical condition or to meet your wellness goals.
Treatment options include acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and dietary therapy, moxabustion and cupping, Chinese massage (Tuina) and complementary therapies [link to complementary therapies] of Reiki, reflexology and massage.
Acupuncture has been Proven Effective in Treating Medical Conditions
The World Health Organization has compiled a list of medical conditions* for which acupuncture has been proven to be an effective treatment, and other conditions for which it has beneficial effects. We have successfully treated patients for a wide range of medical conditions, illnesses and injuries. Learn more about the many ways we can help you with your recovery.
Acupuncture for pain management, [link to acupuncture for pain relief] including:
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Back pain and sciatica, neck and shoulder pain
- Knee pain and foot pain
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Post-operative pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Migraine treatment, headaches and facial pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
Acupuncture for fertility ►
Acupuncture for PMS and menopause ►
Pregnancy and childbirth, including
- Morning sickness
- Correction of fetal positioning (breech)
- Induction of labor
Acupuncture for anxiety, depression, stress and sleep disorders ►
Acupuncture for respiratory problems
- Allergies, asthma, hay fever, sinusitis and rhinitis
- Colds, coughs and flu
Acupuncture for digestive problems ►
including:
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Abdominal pain from colic, peptic ulcers, epigastralgia and gastritis
- Nausea and vomiting as a side effect of cancer treatment, chemotherapy and radiation
- Chronic constipation and diarrhea
Acupuncture for blood pressure problems
Acupuncture to recover from stroke
Other Beneficial Uses of Acupuncture
- Many patients use acupuncture to help them quit smoking or to overcome drug and alcohol addiction.
- By increasing circulation in the skin, acupuncture can minimize wrinkles and improve eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and acne.
- By speeding up the metabolism, balancing hormone levels and improving digestive functioning, acupuncture can help with weight loss. Your doctor may also prescribe Chinese herbs as part of an overall weight management program.
Call 401-743-9533 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lee or Dr. Fischer at our Providence, Rhode Island acupuncture clinic.
* Acupuncture: Review and Analysis of Reports on Controlled Clinical Trials, World Health Organization, 2003.
