Menstrual Health Solutions

Experience relief from painful, irregular, or problematic periods through customized acupuncture treatments that restore your natural menstrual rhythm.

Dysmenorrhea

Condition: Severe, frequent cramping and pain during menstruation that may radiate to the lower back and thighs. Often accompanied by nausea, headaches, dizziness, or digestive disturbances.

Treatment: Acupuncture increases blood circulation to the uterus and stimulates the release of endorphins, providing natural pain relief. Points along the Liver, Spleen, and Kidney meridians help regulate Qi and Blood flow, reducing stagnation that causes pain. Treatments before and during menstruation help relax the uterine muscles and decrease inflammation. Chinese herbs like Dang Gui (Angelica) and Yi Mu Cao (Motherwort) further improve circulation and reduce cramping. Most women experience significant pain reduction within 2-3 menstrual cycles of consistent treatment.

Irregular Cycles

Condition: Unpredictable menstrual cycles that vary significantly in length from month to month, making it difficult to anticipate menstruation and affecting fertility.

Treatment: Acupuncture increases blood circulation to the uterus and stimulates the release of endorphins, providing natural pain relief. Points along the Liver, Spleen, and Kidney meridians help regulate Qi and Blood flow, reducing stagnation that causes pain. Treatments before and during menstruation help relax the uterine muscles and decrease inflammation. Chinese herbal formulas further improve circulation and reduce cramping. Most women experience significant pain reduction within 2-3 menstrual cycles of consistent treatment.

Irregular Cycles

Condition: Unpredictable menstrual cycles that vary significantly in length from month to month, making it difficult to anticipate menstruation and affecting fertility.

Treatment: Acupuncture regulates the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Ovarian axis, normalizing hormone production and communication pathways. Treatment focuses on strengthening Kidney essence and harmonizing Liver Qi, which govern reproductive function in TCM. Points along the Conception and Governing Vessels help establish regular patterns by balancing Yin and Yang energies. Customized herbal formulas address underlying imbalances causing irregularity. With weekly treatments, most women notice improved cycle regularity within 3-4 months.

Amenorrhea (Absent Periods)

Condition: Absence of menstruation for three or more consecutive cycles in a woman who previously had regular periods, or primary absence of menstruation by age 16.

Treatment: Acupuncture stimulates blood flow to reproductive organs and regulates hormone signals between the brain and ovaries. Treatment focuses on nourishing Blood and Kidney essence while activating the Chong and Ren meridians that govern menstruation. Weekly treatments help restore the body's natural rhythm and prompt the return of menstruation. Specific herbal formulas support blood production and hormone balance. Depending on the cause and duration, most women see the return of menstruation within 3-6 months of consistent treatment.

Anovulatory Cycles

Condition: Menstrual cycles without ovulation, often appearing normal but lacking the release of an egg, leading to infertility despite regular periods.

Treatment: Acupuncture enhances follicular development and supports healthy ovulation by improving blood flow to the ovaries and regulating hormonal balance. Points along the Kidney, Spleen, and Liver meridians nourish reproductive essence and create an optimal environment for egg development. Treatment regulates the sympathetic nervous system, reducing stress hormones that can interrupt ovulation. Custom herbal formulas strengthen reproductive function and promote ovulation. Basal body temperature monitoring often shows restored ovulation within 3-4 cycles of treatment.

Menorrhagia (Heavy Bleeding)

Condition: Excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding that disrupts daily activities, often leading to anemia and fatigue.

Treatment: Acupuncture helps regulate the vascular system and strengthens the uterine lining to control excessive bleeding. Points along the Spleen and Kidney meridians help generate and contain Blood, while Liver points assist in smooth Qi flow. Treatment balances estrogen and progesterone levels that influence uterine lining thickness. TCM herbal formulas help stop abnormal bleeding while building Blood and preventing anemia. Most women notice significant reduction in flow volume within 2-3 cycles, with continued improvement over 4-6 months.

Frequenctly asked questions from my clients

  • Many patients experience noticeable pain reduction after 2-3 treatments, with significant improvement typically occurring within 2-3 menstrual cycles of consistent care.

  • Yes, temporary changes in cycle length, flow, or symptoms are common as your body rebalances, with most patients experiencing more regular, comfortable cycles within 3-4 months.

  • Acupuncture can complement hormonal birth control by reducing side effects and addressing underlying imbalances, though the full regulatory benefits may be partially masked.

  • For optimal results, treatments are typically scheduled weekly with additional sessions just before or during menstruation for pain, or mid-cycle for ovulation issues.