Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Acupuncture

Acupuncture has proven to be an effective complementary treatment for many conditions, including:

• acute and chronic pain
• muscle spasms and spasticity
• nausea from chemotherapy or pregnancy
• tendonitis

Benefits of Acupuncture

Research has shown benefit from acupuncture in treating osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal pain and disorders, including:

• fibromyalgia
• headaches
• neurogenic bladder
• peripheral neuropathy
• plantar fasciitis
• postconcussive syndrome
• rheumatoid arthritis
• tennis elbow
• whiplash injuries

Make an Appointment

Call 412-692-4400 for an appointment with a certified medical acupuncturist from UPMC's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.