Women's Hormonal Health

A teenager or woman's health journey is intricately intertwined with her hormonal health, from the onset of menstruation to the profound changes of perimenopause and menopause.

These hormonal transitions can bring about a range of physical and emotional challenges, impacting overall well-being.

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Chinese Medicine & Hormones

Acupuncture has been used to improve women’s hormonal health for over 2000 years. It stands as a holistic and effective solution, offering women a pathway to hormonal balance and symptom relief.

Acupuncture, a part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is a therapeutic practice involving the insertion of fine needles (or pins) into specific points on the body. It seeks to harmonise the body's vital energy, known as Qi, with the goal of promoting health and alleviating various conditions. Within the realm of women's health, Acupuncture has gained recognition for its ability to address issues related to menstrual cycles, perimenopause, and menopause.

How does Acupuncture help Hormonal Health?

Acupuncture is thought to rebalance hormones is by decreasing your body’s stress response to allow the body and its hormones to rebalance and keep working as it should. It gets you out of ‘fight or flight mode’ and back into ‘rest, relax and regulate’ hormone mode instead.

Acupuncture can also improve blood flow to the ovaries and uterus. This allows your hormonal system to work more efficiently & to minimise imbalances such as pain or irregular cycles.

Also see more on how we work with teenage menstrual health, peri/menopause as well as pregnancy & postpartum.

Acupuncture for Hormonal Health

Menstrual Health: Irregular periods, severe cramps, and imbalanced hormones can disrupt a teenager or woman's life. Acupuncture offers a natural approach to regulating menstrual cycles, reducing pain, and addressing hormonal imbalances. By focusing on key points, Acupuncture helps restore harmony to the reproductive system. See more on how we help Period Pain & Endometriosis.

Hormonal Imbalances: Beyond specific life stages, women may experience hormonal imbalances at various times in their lives. Acupuncture can help address these imbalances by promoting overall hormonal health, reducing stress, and improving the body's ability to adapt to hormonal changes at any time. We work with irregular cycles, PCOS & Poly Cystic Ovaries. We also work with PMS and PMDD which research has shown the combination of Acupuncture & Herbs to improve symptoms by at least 50%

Perimenopause: The transition to menopause, known as perimenopause, can be marked by troublesome symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and irregular periods. Acupuncture can help ease these symptoms by regulating hormone levels, improving sleep or insomnia, lessening anxiety and enhancing emotional well-being. See more on how we help Peri-Menopause.

Menopause Relief: Menopause brings profound changes, including the cessation of menstruation and shifts in hormonal balance.
Acupuncture provides effective relief from common menopausal symptoms like insomnia and mood swings. Combined with herbal medicine for hot flushes, our treatments aim to restore hormonal equilibrium and alleviate discomfort as fast as possible. See more on how we help Menopause.

Whether you're seeking relief from menstrual discomfort, addressing hormonal imbalances, or looking to ease the transition through perimenopause and menopause, Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine can be a powerful healing tool.

Why work with us?


At Embrace Acupuncture, we take your whole health into consideration and try to find out why your hormonal imbalances are occurring.
We then create a comprehensive treatment plan that prioritises your health goals. With each session, we use relaxing Acupuncture to work on your symptoms and their root cause and prescribe herbs as needed.

 

Hormonal Health FAQ’s

  • We see periods as your body’s natural report card. If your periods are out of whack, it means there’s underlying imbalances in your body that are likely causing this.

    In Chinese Med, we see the body as a whole. So while healing hormonal imbalances is our greatest priority - assisting you to sleep well, have more energy, better digestion and be less stressed is also important to us.

    We love Chinese Medicine for its whole-body healing approach.

  • Warm Welcome: Begin your session with a comprehensive discussion led by our skilled Chinese Medicine Practitioner. Dive into your health history, goals, and specific hormonal concerns in a supportive environment. This conversation sets the stage for understanding the unique aspects of your hormonal health journey.

    Hormonal Assessment: Building on the warm welcome, your practitioner conducts a thorough assessment of your hormonal balance. This involves exploring potential imbalances, understanding menstrual cycles, and addressing symptoms such as irregular periods, PMS, or menopausal discomfort. The aim is to create a holistic view of your hormonal health.

    Tailored Hormonal Treatment Plan: Based on the assessment, your Chinese Medicine Practitioner crafts a personalised treatment plan focusing on balancing and supporting your hormonal well-being. This may involve targeting specific Acupuncture points known for their influence on hormonal regulation. The tailored plan is designed to address the root causes of hormonal issues rather than just managing symptoms.

    Acupuncture for Hormonal Balance: Experience the gentle insertion of ultra-thin needles into strategic Acupuncture points known to influence hormonal balance. This part of the session is aimed at promoting the free flow of energy (Qi) throughout the body, addressing blockages or disruptions that may contribute to hormonal imbalances. Many individuals find relief from symptoms such as mood swings, fatigue, or hormonal-related discomfort through this holistic approach.

    Diet and Lifestyle Guidance: Complementing Acupuncture, your practitioner may provide guidance on nutrition and lifestyle adjustments to further support hormonal balance. This holistic approach acknowledges the interconnectedness of various factors in influencing hormonal health.

    Relaxation and Integration: After the Acupuncture needles are in place, take a moment to relax and allow the treatment to take effect. This period of tranquility is essential for the body to integrate the balancing effects of the session.

    Continued Hormonal Support: Recognising that addressing hormonal health is a gradual process, your Chinese Medicine Practitioner will outline a plan for ongoing sessions. Regular Acupuncture sessions are recommended to maintain and build upon the progress made, ensuring sustained support for your hormonal well-being.

    By combining the ancient wisdom of Acupuncture with a personalised approach, we aim to guide you towards a balanced and harmonious state of hormonal & general health.

  • Basically any time!

    If you’re in pain or have symptoms on the day we see you, we can use points to calm those down for immediate relief.

    If you can come well before your symptoms arise, then we have the opportunity to get to work on the underlying causes to prevent & minimise your symptoms.

  • Here’s even more FAQ’s answered

See even more on how we support hormonal health.


Book an appointment with us to experience the transformative effects of Acupuncture and discover a natural path to hormonal health and symptom relief!