
What We Treat
Many common but difficult-to-treat conditions and complaints respond to the holistic approach of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Many times there are people whose symptoms do not respond to western medical treatment or prescription drugs, but who find relief and eventual complete alleviation with Traditional Chinese Medicine.
The World Health Organization recognizes the use of acupuncture and herbology in the treatment of a wide range of medical conditions, including:
Eyes-ears-nose-throat: ringing in the ears, dizziness, sinus infection, hay fever
Dermatological: eczema, acne, herpes
Infections: cold and flu, bronchitis
Internal disorders: diabetes, hypoglycemia, asthma, high blood pressure, digestive disorders
Gynecological and Reproductive: infertility, obstetrics, PMS, menstrual problems, endometriosis
Mental/Emotional: anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, hyperactivity
Patients with cancer, HIV, hepatitis, or chronic fatigue use acupuncture to strengthen their immunity and reduce the side-effects of conventional medicine. Cat, one of the original founders of Asheville Community Acupuncture, has written an article on how Chinese medicine can help you strengthen your immune system.
Other conditions commonly treated with Chinese medicine include:
Allergies
Cardiovascular problems
Fibroids
Geriatric conditions
Low energy
Migraines
Pediatric diseases
Sexual dysfunction
Urinary problems
Weight loss
Quitting Smoking
Acupuncture and herbs can play a powerful role in helping people to quit smoking.
Treating Children
Children respond really well to Chinese Medicine! We work with all ages, from infants on up. We offer either treatments with needles or sho-ni-shin, a Japanese style that does not puncture the skin. In addition, we offer herbal medicine, which is very effective for many childhood ailments.