Sleep, pain, and anxiety
While there isn’t enough data to conclusively show that acupuncture treats insomnia, Tony Chon, MD, a general internal medicine specialist and expert in acupuncture at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, says he administers it to patients who have trouble falling or staying asleep due to pain or anxiety.
According to Chon, “The potential benefits outweigh the little dangers.” “From anecdotal evidence and clinical experience, acupuncture seems to be highly beneficial. After receiving acupuncture, many of my patients report feeling a sense of calm, which improves their ability to sleep for several days.