In 2012, APRAH (Australian Health Practioner Regulation Authority) started to nationally register all Acupuncture and TCM practioners to ensure the highest possible professional and educational standards. At the same time, APRAH also imposed strict guidelines for any advertising claims for the treament of certain health conditions.
In keeping with these strict guidelines, according to The Acupuncture Evidence Project, evidence of effect at various levels have been shown for 117 conditions including:
Acute and chronic lower back pain
Allergic rhinitis (allergies, hayfever, sinus problems)
Digestive issues
Gynaecological disorders (eg. endomeetriosis, fertility, menstrual pain and irregularities, menopausal symptoms)
Headaches
Hormone imbalances
Insomnia
Neck pain
Sciatica
Shoulder pain
Stress / Anxiety
Tennis elbow