The World Health Organization recognizes Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine's ability to treat over 43 common disorders, including:

   Gastrointestinal Disorders, such as food allergies, peptic ulcer, chronic diarrhea,    constipation, indigestion, gastrointestinal weakness, anorexia and gastritis

   Urogenital Disorders, including stress incontinence, urinary tract infections, and sexual    dysfunction

   Gynecological Disorders, such as irregular, heavy, or painful menstruation, infertility in    women and men, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

   Respiratory Disorders, such as emphysema, sinusitis, asthma, allergies and bronchitis

   Disorders of the Bones, Muscles, Joints and Nervous System, such as arthritis,    migraine headaches, neuralgia, insomnia, dizziness and low back, neck and shoulder pain

   Emotional and Psychological Disorders, including depression and anxiety

   Addictions, such as alcohol, nicotine and drugs

   Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders

   Supportive Therapy for other chronic and painful debilitating disorders.