Menopause

MENOPAUSE, ALTHOUGH OFTEN SYMPTOMATIC, IS NOT A DISEASE. IT IS NOT AN EVENT, BUT A TRANSITIONAL PROCESS.

A SUCCESSFUL TREATMENT FOR MENOPAUSE IS AS UNIQUE AS YOU ARE AND IT’S IMPORTANT TO FIND WHAT WORKS FOR YOU.

OUR GOAL IS TO SUPPORT YOU THROUGH THIS TRANSITION AND HELP EASE THE UNWANTED SYMPTOMS THAT OFTEN APPEAR DURING THIS TIME.

Through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine we diagnose all of the body’s subtle symptoms as the hormones naturally shift and wane. Using acupuncture and customized herbal medicine we then guide the body back to a place of dynamic homeostasis as it makes this transition.

Acupuncture and TCM herbal therapy help by:

  • Promoting blood vessel dilation, stimulating the release of endorphins, and regulating the hypothalamus - your body’s internal thermostat - to reduce hot flashes.

  • Increasing the production of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin that boost feelings of happiness.

  • Promoting neuronal growth and survival, and supporting cognitive function of the prefrontal cortex.

  • By increasing circulation to the ovaries and uterus and regulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian (HPO) axis - the feedback loop that governs the unfolding of the cycle.

Common symptoms of peri-menopause and menopause that we can treat:

  • Menstrual Irregularities such as heavy bleeding, shorter/longer cycles, etc.

  • Cognitive Dysfunction such as brain fog, poor concentration, forgetfulness, fatigue.

  • Mood changes such as anger & irritability, anxiety, depression.

  • Vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, intolerance to heat.

  • Other general symptoms that appear at this time such as insomnia, weight gain, fatigue, palpitations, urinary issues, and digestive issues

  • Pain syndromes

  • Dryness

  • Sensory dysregulation