There are two main types of arthritis: osteo (degenerative) and rheumatoid (inflammatory) arthritis.
Other common forms are: Ankylosing Spondylitis, Cervical Spondylitis and Fibromyalgia
Less common is: Psoratic arthritis

In Chinese medicine it is called Bi or painful obstruction syndrome.

By moving qi and blood, as well as removing pathogens (wind, cold, damp, heat), acupuncture is very effective in reducing pain, swelling, inflammation and therewith allowing more movement in the affected joints.

Acupuncture is used alongside with Western medicine.