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Is acupuncture effective for the disabled?

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Yes: Acupuncture can be helpful for virtually all physical and mental problems

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 1/14/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Yes.That is one of reasons it is being used so much within military medical treatment facilities and veterans affairs medical centers. It is helpful for many types of injuries and medical conditions.

Answered 1/14/2013

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