FAQs › What Conditions Can Acupuncture Treat?
Acupuncture has evidence for a wide range of conditions including chronic and acute pain, headaches and migraines, fertility, women's health, anxiety, depression, insomnia, digestive disorders, and immune health. The WHO and NHMRC both recognise acupuncture for several conditions.
The following conditions have the strongest evidence base for acupuncture, based on Cochrane reviews and systematic meta-analyses:
Chronic back and neck pain; headache and migraine prevention; osteoarthritis (particularly knee); fertility support and IVF adjunct therapy; PCOS; pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting (PC6); temporomandibular disorder; chemotherapy-induced nausea; post-operative pain; fibromyalgia; anxiety and depression (as adjunct therapy).
In addition to the above evidence-based applications, Rainbow Medicine has extensive clinical experience treating: endometriosis, PCOS, male infertility, premature ovarian insufficiency, menopausal symptoms, insomnia, thyroid disorders, skin conditions (eczema, acne, psoriasis), irritable bowel syndrome, chronic fatigue, sports injuries, and post-viral syndromes including long COVID.
The scope of TCM extends beyond conditions directly treated by acupuncture — Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional medicine, and lifestyle guidance expand the conditions our practitioners address. A full assessment will clarify whether TCM is likely to be helpful for your specific situation.
Book an initial consultation at Rainbow Medicine — we will assess your condition and be honest about likely outcomes.
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