Colombo South Acupuncture Clinic was opened on January 29, 2016, at No: 35/1, 1/1, Jayasevana Mawatha, Kalubowila, Dehiwala.

Former acupuncture physician, Medicine Alternativa at Colombo South Government General Teaching Hospital, Kalubowila, Dr. Prabath Mudugama, would be treating a range of illnesses at the clinic. 
Acupuncture is a system of medicine which originated from China. The word acupuncture came to being in the late 17th century, combining the Latin word ‘acu’, meaning with a needle, with the English word ‘puncture’. As the name indicates, acupuncture involves inserting sharp, sterilized needles to the body, balancing the internal energy of the patient. 

As acupuncture helps to unblock and balance the energy circuits of the body, the patient can enjoy several side effects which include better sleeping, more energy, better blood circulation, deeper breathing, longevity and a youthful appearance. The treatment method is popular in many countries across Europe, the US, the UK, Canada and Australia. 

Acupuncture is used to treat several musculoskeletal and neurological disorders including arthritis, neuralgia, sciatica, stroke and sprains: eye, ear, nose and throat disorders such as sinusitis, sore throat, earache and poor eyesight: circulatory disorders such as high blood pressure and anaemia: chemotherapy/radiatory side effects: diabetes: dermatological disorders: weight control: addiction: gastrointestinal disorders: gynecological/ genitourinary disorders: immune disorders: emotional and psychological disorders and respiratory disorders.