“Does acupuncture work on arthritis?”

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“Does acupuncture work on arthritis?”

I am a 44 year old female. I want to know if acupuncture works on arthritis?

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**Kaiti Wang** Acupuncturist Baytown, TX · Accepted Answer

Kaiti Wang Acupuncturist Baytown, TX

Yes, acupuncture work on arthritis .

**Mrs. Qiong Wang** Acupuncturist Pittsburgh, PA · Accepted Answer

Mrs. Qiong Wang Acupuncturist Pittsburgh, PA

yes

**Catherine Rahm Coudray** Acupuncturist Laramie, Wy · Accepted Answer

Catherine Rahm Coudray Acupuncturist Laramie, Wy

Yes

**Phavikone Sundara** Acupuncturist Kent, WA · Accepted Answer

Phavikone Sundara Acupuncturist Kent, WA

Acupuncture, combined with massage and herbs, can be very helpful in relieving the pain associated with arthritis.

**Christie Luu** Acupuncturist Westminster, CA · Accepted Answer

Christie Luu Acupuncturist Westminster, CA

Yes.

**Tara Foster** Acupuncturist Arcata, CA · Accepted Answer

Tara Foster Acupuncturist Arcata, CA

Yes. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

**Mr. Jeffrey Leigh Miller** Rheumatologist Tampa, FL · Accepted Answer

Mr. Jeffrey Leigh Miller Rheumatologist Tampa, FL

Usually very temporary relief

**Huan-wen Jonathan Fang** Acupuncturist Acton, MA · Accepted Answer

Huan-wen Jonathan Fang Acupuncturist Acton, MA

Hi,

Acupuncture treatment works on arthritis. But I want to know how bad your condition is! If your arthritis area is already deformed, it is impossible to change it. Oriental only can maintain it, not getting worse.

**George Ku** Acupuncturist Diamond Bar, CA · Accepted Answer

George Ku Acupuncturist Diamond Bar, CA

Yes

**Mrs. Rebecca Kitzerow** Acupuncturist La Center, WA · Accepted Answer

Mrs. Rebecca Kitzerow Acupuncturist La Center, WA

Yes, acupuncture is excellent for arthritis - I highly recommend it.

**Daniele Saint-Cyr** Acupuncturist Sarasota, Fl · Accepted Answer

Daniele Saint-Cyr Acupuncturist Sarasota, Fl

Yes. Acupucture treatment evaluation will go to the root cause of your problem.

**Dr. Scott S. Lee** Acupuncturist Wheeling, IL · Accepted Answer

Dr. Scott S. Lee Acupuncturist Wheeling, IL

Hi,

Yes. Acupuncture does work for arthritis. Please consult your local acupuncturist for a consultation.

Sincerely,

Scott Sang In Lee

**Mr. Michael andrew Chow** Acupuncturist Lake Elsinore, CA · Accepted Answer

Mr. Michael andrew Chow Acupuncturist Lake Elsinore, CA

There are acupuncture treatments for arthritis that may incorporate herbal supplements or topicals. However, it will not reverse the condition, but can help prevent further progression. Ask your primary if acupuncture would be a likely alternative option for you.

Live Happy,

Michael

**Qiling Xiong** Acupuncturist CORONA, California · Accepted Answer

Qiling Xiong Acupuncturist CORONA, California

Yes, acupuncture really works for arthritis.

**Natalie Ramsey** Acupuncturist Montclair, New Jersey · Accepted Answer

Natalie Ramsey Acupuncturist Montclair, New Jersey

Hello!

Absolutely! It’s important to note that arthritis is a degenerative disease, so curing it would not be a realistic goal, but acupuncture is very effective in reducing the pain and slowing the progression.
I hope this helps!

Warmly,

Natalie Ramsey, MS LAc

**Zen Tuan** Acupuncturist Pasadena, California · Accepted Answer

Acupuncture works very well for all types of arthritis because it increases circulation in the body and decreases inflammation. Check out some of our testimonials for arthritis: https://healingwithzen.com/osteoarthritis-testimonials/

Your acupuncturist should estimate how many treatments you will need after meeting with you. Hope it inspires you to try acupuncture! Read more on our website: www.HealingWithZen.com

**Tatyana Yakovleva** Acupuncturist Brooklyn, NY · Accepted Answer

Tatyana Yakovleva Acupuncturist Brooklyn, NY

Yes, it does

**Dr. Alexandre Yves Hillairet** Acupuncturist Ventura, CA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Alexandre Yves Hillairet Acupuncturist Ventura, CA

Arthritis is inflammation of the joints and bones. Acupuncture can help reduce the inflammation and the pain caused by the condition.

Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM.

**Ms. Ellen D. Leonard** Acupuncturist Grants Pass, OR · Accepted Answer

Ms. Ellen D. Leonard Acupuncturist Grants Pass, OR

Yes, it can help with arthritis. You might also try eliminating gluten from your diet as it is one of the biggest inflammatory foods out there.

**Daisy Dong** Acupuncturist Denver, CO · Accepted Answer

Daisy Dong Acupuncturist Denver, CO

Yes, many research studies have proved the result. You can go to NIH website to read some.

**Andrea Cillo** Acupuncturist Bay Shore, New York · Accepted Answer

Andrea Cillo Acupuncturist Bay Shore, New York

Yes. Acupuncture can be very effective in treating the causes and symptoms of arthritis.

**Mr. Anthony James Lorenzo** Acupuncturist · Accepted Answer

Mr. Anthony James Lorenzo Acupuncturist

Usually, yes.

**Bonnie B. McLean** Acupuncturist Gulf Breeze, FL · Accepted Answer

Bonnie B. McLean Acupuncturist Gulf Breeze, FL

Yes, acupuncture can help decrease the discomfort of arthritis. Along with dietary changes and sometimes supplements and Chinese herbs, Chinese Medicine works very nicely for arthritis.

**Ms. Qin Milla Mu** Acupuncturist San Jose, CA · Accepted Answer

Ms. Qin Milla Mu Acupuncturist San Jose, CA

Yes, it does, actually it does well!

**Ramona Whan** Acupuncturist Wildomar, CA · Accepted Answer

Ramona Whan Acupuncturist Wildomar, CA

Acupuncture is wonderful for pain management. I think you would find it incredibly beneficial..

**Jeff Rippey** Acupuncturist Saint Joseph, MO · Accepted Answer

Generally, yes, acupuncture can be an effective treatment for arthritis - particularly from the perspective of pain management. If this is rheumatoid arthritis and the patient is already experiencing joint deformation, it's unlikely acupuncture is going to undo the damage already done, but it can still help to manage pain/discomfort.

Please make sure you're seeing a board certified and state licensed acupuncturist. If you're not in CA, you can use the "Find a Practitioner" look up at NCCAOM.org to find local practitioners.

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