Pelvic pain has a prevalence of >25% in women and >15% in men, and up to 50% of cases are undiagnosed, demonstrating that there is a definite need for pelvic care awareness among health care practitioners. As holistic practitioners, acupuncturists offer a safe space for clients and are often the practitioners clients seek out when nothing else has worked. Thus, acupuncturists are presented with an opportunity to serve an underserved population.
Peter Swann, MD, FAAFP, FACOEM
Dr. Peter Swann is a board-certified family physician with a focus on patient health, wellness and prevention. He is also chief medical officer for ISOThrive, LLC (www.isothrive.com).