Acupuncture for Women's Health
As women, we cycle through a series of life stages as we mature. From the onset of puberty, through the childbearing years, and to perimenopause/menopause, Chinese Medicine can help women transition gracefully through each of our life stages. Focusing on illness prevention and encouraging wellness as well as treating a presenting condition is one of the unique aspects of Chinese Medicine. Treatments aim to improve health by restoring balance and preventing future illness. Empowering women to feel in control of their health and well-being is priority at Red Lotus Acupuncture.
Commonly treated women's health conditions include:
- Gynecological
- Amenorrhea (Absent Periods)
- Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods)
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Irregular, Heavy, Long or Short Periods
- Hormonal Migraines
- Breast Lumps
- Fibrocystic Breasts
- Fibroids
- Ovarian Cysts
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Endometriosis
- Infertility
- Premature Ovarian Failure (POF)
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- High FSH Levels
- Frequent Miscarriage
- Leukorrhea (Vaginal Discharge)
- Peri/Menopausal
- Anxiety
- Hot Flashes
- Dry Skin
- Irritability
- Vaginal Dryness
- Night Sweats
- Insomnia
- Hair Loss/Thinning
- Gastrointestinal
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Colitis
- Crohn's Disease
- Heartburn
- Reflux
- Hemorrhoids
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Bloating/Abdominal Distention
- Musculoskeletal/Neurological
- Fibromyalgia
- Arthritis
- Plantar Fascitis
- Chronic Fatigue
- Headaches and Migraines
- Neuropathies
- Dizziness
- Mental/Emotional
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Respiratory
- Colds and Flues
- Sinusitis
- Allergies
- Post-Nasal Drip
- Genitourinary
- Urinary tract infections (UTI)
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Incontinence
- Vulvodynia
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Pregnancy
- Sciatica/Low Back Pain
- Morning Sickness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Reflux
- Edema
- Pelvic Pain
- Constipation
- Hemorrhoids
- Carpal Tunnel
- Breech
- Delayed Labor
- Postpartum
- Uterine Bleeding
- Perineal Pain/Healing
- Hair Loss
- Night Sweats
- Low Energy
- Insufficient Lactation
- Blocked Milk Ducts
- Mastitis
- Postpartum Depression (PPD)
- Incontinence
- Postpartum Pains
- C-Section Recovery