Stroke is an acute brain injury that usually presents with rapidly developing neurological dysfunction and causes many associated pathological events. Acupuncture has beneficial effects on improving dependency, global neurological deficiency and some specific neurological impairments for people with stoke in convalescent stage.  Acupuncture may improve activities of daily living and a number of aspects of neurological function.

Anxiety and depression remain two of the most common mental disorders worldwide and both are increasing in prevalence.  These conditions can be difficult to treat and have high relapse rates and medication side-effects.  There is evidence that acupuncture may be an effective treatment modality.  Acupuncture can cause the nervous system to produce painkilling chemicals, jump start the body's natural ability to heal itself, or stimulate the part of the brain that controls emotions, including anxiety.  All of these results can help people feel more balanced, lessen cravings, sleep better and treat a variety of illnesses with fewer side effects.  Acupuncture is particularly helpful for people who want to limit or stop drug use - prescription or otherwise.  Our patients treated with acupuncture often see results after one session, and the results improve with continued treatment.