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Acupuncture Treatment for PMS Symptoms at Central Earth Healing, Cupping & Massage
A Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic in Aiea, HI
Women’s health primarily refers to the issues related to the menstrual cycle (including menopause), infertility, and issues during pregnancy/postpartum
In Chinese medicine, the menstrual cycle is an important indicator of general and reproductive health. It gives a great deal of information about the status of various physiological processes in the body. Regulating the menstrual cycle using acupuncture and Chinese medicine is often at the center of treatment for many chronic health conditions and for treating fertility issues. A healthy menstrual cycle is a sign of overall health.
Acupuncture works on many levels, including regulating the nervous system, which in turn regulates numerous physiological processes. Some of the effects acupuncture has in this way include reducing pain and inflammation, improving circulation, and reducing stress and anxiety. In the case of women’s health, acupuncture has been shown to regulate uterine and ovarian blood flow via its effect on the ovarian sympathetic nerves.
ACUPUNCTURE FOR MENSTRUAL CRAMPS
Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for painful menstrual periods which are caused by uterine contractions. It is fairly common, with up to 20 percent of women suffering from menstrual pain which may interfere with daily activities. One 2018 study showed that acupuncture led to a “significant reduction” in a number of variables tested in 60 women with primary dysmenorrhea.
he group that received acupuncture treatments over the course of 90 days reported improvement in “pain, menstrual cramps, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, faint, mood changes, tiredness, nausea, and vomiting” compared to the group that did not receive acupuncture. Another 2018 systematic review found that manual acupuncture and electroacupuncture reduced menstrual pain better than nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Essentially, acupuncture helps reduce pain via it’s effect on the nervous system.
ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT FOR PMS SYMPTOMS AVAILABLE AT OAHU ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC IN HONOLULU, HI
Oftentimes, stress underlies many health conditions. Research has shown that there is a link between reproductive health and stress via endogenous opioid peptides. Acupuncture stimulates the release of neurotransmitters which can then influence the menstrual cycle, ovulation, and fertility. It also helps lower stress hormones which may have positive effects on the menstrual cycle, PMS symptoms, and fertility.
Because of it’s role in regulating the nervous system to influence physiological processes, acupuncture and Chinese medicine can also help with other menstrual cycle symptoms such as:
Amenorrhea (lack of menstrual cycle)
Menorrhagia (heavy and prolonged menstrual bleeding)
Polymenorrhea (frequent menstruation or short cycles)
Oligomenorrhea (infrequent or light menstrual cycles)
Metrorrhagia (non-menstrual bleeding often in between cycles)
Acupuncture can relieve these symptoms by increasing progesterone levels. It increases chemicals (like beta-endorphin) that increase progesterone. Regular acupuncture sessions can support progesterone production.
OVERVIEW OF THE MENSTRUAL CYCLE
The menstrual cycle is composed of four phases:
Menstrual phase or bleeding phase
Follicular phase
Ovulation
Luteal Phase
Hormones Involved in Menstruation:
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Estrogen
Progesterone
Call OAHU Acupuncture Clinic at 808-582-8660 to Schedule an Appointment. We look forward to seeing you in our Honolulu clinic soon.
Meet our Oahu Acupuncture Clinic's Newest Acupuncturist, Dr. Sharon
Dr. Sharon is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in Hawaii who recently moved to Oahu, Hawaii in 2023 after practicing in Boston for 5 years.
She specializes in Women’s Health, Mental/Emotional Health, Pain Management, Injury Recovery and Fertility.
She received her Masters in Oriental Medicine at the New England School of Acupuncture in Boston and also completed graduate courses at Tufts University in their Pain, Research, Education and Policy program.
Dr. Sharon’s primary focus is Women’s Health, helping women with period regulation, fertility support (TTC, IVF, IUI), pregnancy and postpartum support, perimenopausal and menopausal support. The female body goes through so many phases of change and it can feel overwhelming. Dr. Sharon’s hope is to help women be better equipped to face these changes and feel more comfortable in their bodies.
During her free time, Dr. Sharon enjoys cooking with friends, hiking, and chilling on the beach. She also serves at her church, Leeward Community Church and mentors at Waiau Elementary School through Common Grace. She’s completely fallen in awe of the Aloha spirit here in Hawaii and is excited for life on island.
Meet our Oahu Acupuncturist, Dr. Annie (Han) Yang 杨
"Traditional Chinese Medicine is rooted in its power to transform our health and wellness. Treatments offered at Oahu Acupuncture Clinic are personalized to each individual."
Dr. Annie (Han) Yang 杨
Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine (DACM)
Dr. Annie Yang is a Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine (DACM). She is also a Licensed Acupuncturist in both China and Hawaii. Dr. Yang Specializes in Pain Management, Female Irregular Menstruation, Digestion Issues, & Stress Relief.
Dr. Annie Yang studied Internal Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine for 6 years at
Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
She has over 15 years of clinical experience in Acupuncture.
Restore balance and harmony to your body and mind, please contact OAHU ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC in Aiea, HI at 808-582-8660 to learn more about our Acupuncture and other Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatments.
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