Acupuncture and Women’s Health

A woman’s body goes through many cycles in the course of a lifetime. From the onset of puberty, to pregnancy and menopause, with many years of menstruation in between, a woman’s body is in a constant state of change. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine work to restore balance and overall vitality to women along any stage of their journey.

                  Menstruation

The ancient Chinese believed that the overall health of a woman can be judged by the regularity and harmony of her menstrual cycle. Achieving the correct rhythm, as well as a smooth menstrual flow, can prevent women from having to rely on artificial methods, to maintain healthy periods. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can also help with the symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome, which is a result of emotional and physical stagnation, that accumulates and builds during the time before menstruation.

          Fibroids and Endometriosis 

Women with either of these conditions often experience a sediment-like menstrual flow with dark, brown, clotted, blood which has been allowed to oxidize.  Both conditions respond very well to Chinese medicine. Given time and the proper treatment, the blood flow will improve, the sediment will clear and the body will overcome its immunologic protective mechanisms.  

        Pregnancy-Related Conditions
Pregnancy is a time of many adjustments and changes in a woman’s body and traditional Chinese medicine can help you move more easily through these changes. Some of the more common complaints that we treat are lower back pain, sciatica, morning sickness, colds/flus, hemorrhoids, constipation, rashes, pre-eclampsia, and turning breech babies. Chinese herbs and acupuncture can also be essential in the recovery of postpartum depression and exhaustion.

                   Menopause
Does anyone need to open a window? Unfortunately the natural transition of menopause is not smooth for many women and some may experience hot flashes, night sweats, depression, anxiety, insomnia, vaginal dryness, or osteoporosis. Used in conjunction with each other, Chinese herbs and acupuncture can successfully boost a woman’s yin-essences during this final stage of maturity.

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