Menopause Acupuncture: A Natural Approach to Support Your Journey
Menopause is a significant life transition that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It brings about a multitude of physical and emotional changes due to shifting hormone levels. Many women seek natural and holistic solutions to manage the symptoms and challenges associated with menopause, and acupuncture can be a valuable ally during this stage of life.
Understanding Menopause
Menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 and it literally means “pausing of the menses,” as it signifies the cessation of menstruation. It defines the broader changes occurring within the ovaries, indicating a decline in their functionality. During this time, the body experiences a change in Oestrogen, Progesterone and Testosterone production, leading to various symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, vaginal dryness, and more. Frozen shoulders can also pop up around this time and can be related to your menopause journey.
How is perimenopause and menopuase diagnosed?
Menopause is typically diagnosed when a person has not experienced menstruation for 12 consecutive months. Prior to reaching this milestone, irregular periods coupled with symptoms indicative of a sex hormone imbalance suggest perimenopause. While there are no definitive blood tests for diagnosing menopause or perimenopause, elevated levels of Follicular Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinising Hormone (LH) can imply a transition into menopause.
How Menopause Acupuncture Can Help
1. Alleviating Hot Flashes and Night Sweats: Menopause acupuncture can help regulate the body’s temperature and reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes and night sweats. By stimulating specific acupoints, it balances the body’s internal temperature control.
2. Mood Stabilization: Menopause can often be accompanied by mood swings and emotional changes. Acupuncture promotes the release of endorphins, which can help stabilise mood and reduce anxiety and irritability.
3. Hormone Balance: menopause acupuncture can assist in rebalancing hormone levels during menopause. It supports the endocrine system, helping to ease hormonal fluctuations.
4. Improved Sleep: Many menopausal women struggle with sleep disturbances. Acupuncture can address underlying issues contributing to insomnia, allowing for more restful nights.
5. Relieving Vaginal Dryness: Acupuncture can help increase blood flow to the pelvic area, which can alleviate symptoms of vaginal dryness and discomfort.
6. Bone Health: Menopausal women are at risk for decreased bone density. Acupuncture may help improve calcium absorption and bone health, reducing the risk of osteoporosis.
7. Frozen Shoulder: This is very common around this time in your life and it’s important to get it treated earlier rather than later. We use gentle acupuncture and warming moxibustion techniques to get the blood flowing again. Clients often leave with small “take away sticker pins” to help improve range-of-motion and blood flow between treatments.
A Holistic Approach to Menopause
Acupuncture is a holistic approach that considers the individual’s overall well-being. We tailor treatment plans to address specific symptoms and concerns, focusing on the body’s natural ability to heal and rebalance itself. We work in conjunction with your doctor too and believe in the best of East and West when it comes to your health.
Consult with an Acupuncture Practitioner
If you are experiencing the challenges of menopause and seeking natural and supportive options, consider consulting with us. Our practitioners have over 18 years of experience, and they can create a personalised treatment plan to help you navigate this transformative period with more comfort and ease.
Don’t let menopause define your quality of life. Embrace the power of acupuncture and Chinese herbs to support your journey towards wellness and balance during this remarkable phase of life.