Women’s Health

with acupuncture, herbal medicine and massage

 

“Communities and countries and ultimately the world are only as strong as the health of their women.” Michelle Obama

 

Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are based heavily on the principles of balance, harmony and the comprehensive functions of mental, emotional and physical health.

For this reason, your first appointment begins with an extensive health history and evaluation of your current health, including:

diet | sleep patterns | physical signs or symptoms | menstrual cycles | energy levels

medications | surgeries | mental and emotional states

By taking a look at each aspect of the body and addressing the root cause of the issue or condition, treatment can successfully bring balance and harmony to the body and enhance health. Chinese medicine is highly effective in treating issues of menstruation, fertility, conception, menopause and much more.

Treatment is available for symptoms of conditions such as fibroids, cysts, endometriosis, fibrocystic breasts, vulvodynia, hormonal imbalances, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and premature ovarian failure (POF).

Just as a pleasant and consistent sleep cycle is important for the body to thrive, these qualities are equally important for the body’s cycles of ovulation and menstruation. Chinese medicine excels at regulating and optimizing the natural cycles of the body and works wonderfully for treating :

 

premenstrual issues including:

  • bloating

  • pain

  • spotting

  • acne

  • fatigue

  • emotional issues

  • disturbances in digestion or sleep

  • low back pain

  • headaches

 

menstrual issues including:

  • amenorrhea (lack of periods)

  • anovulation (lack of ovulation)

  • irregular menstrual cycles

  • dysmenorrhea (painful periods)

  • heavy periods

Many women have successfully used acupuncture and herbal medicine to enhance fertility and as a complementary modality for In vitro fertilisation (IVF), intrauterine insemination (IUI) and other Western medical infertility treatments.

Pregnancy issues such as:

 

  • morning sickness

  • headaches

  • low back pain

  • constipation

  • preeclampsia

  • gestational diabetes

 

  • depression

  • overactive bladder

  • spotting

  • prevention of miscarriage, breech presentation, and delayed labor

 

… along with postpartum issues such as postpartum depression, mastitis and problems with milk production can also be successfully treated with acupuncture and herbal medicine.

Adapting to the physical and hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause does not have to be unmanageable. Acupuncture and herbal medicine excel at clearing heat from the body, while nourishing fluids and calming the mind to promote a restful night's sleep. This makes it ideal for treating perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia irritability and vaginal dryness.

We would love to hear from you. If you have any questions, please call or email Circle Acupuncture & Wellness Clinic to find out how we can help you feel your best so you can be your best!