Acupuncture for menopause offers several benefits for managing menopause symptoms by balancing hormones, reducing stress, and improving overall well-being, including:
Acupuncture reduces the frequency and intensity of vasomotor symptoms by influencing the hypothalamus, the brain’s thermostat that becomes more sensitive during menopause.
Studies show many women experience relief after a series of treatments.
By promoting the release of endorphins and calming the nervous system, acupuncture may help ease anxiety, depression, and emotional instability.
It supports the parasympathetic nervous system, encouraging relaxation and better emotional regulation.
Acupuncture can help regulate sleep cycles by addressing imbalances in yin and yang energy and calming overactive mental states.
Improved sleep quality is one of the most commonly reported benefits.
It encourages the body’s natural production and regulation of estrogen and progesterone, reducing the impact of fluctuating levels.
Many menopausal women report aches, joint pain, or general body stiffness. Acupuncture can reduce inflammation and improve circulation.
Acupuncture may help improve circulation to the pelvic region and balance hormones, which can support sexual health and lubrication.
Some protocols target metabolism and digestive function, helping the body adjust to hormonal changes that can lead to weight gain.
How Many Sessions?
Relief often begins after 1-4 sessions, but a full course, 6-8 sessions, is recommended, depending on symptom severity and goals.
Women should consider seeking acupuncture treatment for menopause at the first signs of perimenopause—not just after symptoms become severe. As soon as you notice irregular periods, mood swings, sleep disturbances, or hot flashes. Why: Early intervention can help stabilize hormones and reduce the severity of symptoms as menopause progresses.
If you’re experiencing full menopause (no periods for 12+ months) with symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, or vaginal dryness. Why: Acupuncture can still provide significant relief and support overall health and vitality.
Chinese Herbal Medicine is also helpful for the treatment of menopause and it’s symptoms, and we carry 5 different formulas for whatever differential diagnosis you have.
Functional Medicine is also quite helpful for menopause and perimenopause. We use the HUMAP urine test to assess your hormonal levels, along with their various hormone breakdown products, that provide guidance towards developing a customized treatment for you.
Acupuncture stimulates your body to better function and heal itself. It helps balance your autonomic nervous system by turning off your body’s ‘fight or flight’ mode and turning on its ‘rest, digest, and heal’ mode.
Local effects include increased circulation to promote healing. Systemic effects include the release of endorphins – naturally occurring pain-killing substances within your body that promote relaxation and healing.
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