Whether you’re a stay-at-home-mom who is constantly on-the-go, a working professional or an athlete training for a big game, a woman’s health needs are no different. In order to feel balanced and maintain a healthy life, you must be proactive, not reactive in taking care of yourself. Acupuncture offers an all natural and extremely effective way to do this.
Local acupuncture clinic, Modern Acupuncture, provides traditional and cosmetic acupuncture, which treat several conditions that many women face on a daily basis. Below are seven common health struggles among ladies that can be improved with acupuncture.
Infertility Challenges
Stress can cause spasms in the fallopian tubes and uterus, which can interfere with the implantation of a fertilized egg. Acupuncture counters the effects of stress and cortisol by releasing endorphins in the brain. This can increase fertility by reducing stress and increasing blood flow to the reproductive organs. As a result, blood flows better to the ovaries and uterus which can create a stronger chance for an egg to be nourished and carried to term.
Pregnancy symptoms
Whether it’s heartburn, swelling legs, or back pains, many people credit acupuncture for easing a long list of pregnancy symptoms. Studies have shown that traditional acupuncture applied to the wrist has the ability to reduce the nausea associated with morning sickness. Various acupuncture points correspond to deep-seated nerves, and when the needles are inserted the nerves are activated. This triggers the release of endorphins, which block pain signals and can help relieve lower pelvic and back pain for women during pregnancy.
Menstrual pain
Period pain affects up to 95 percent of menstruating women, and while some medications have been known to help treat pain, acupuncture is a natural treatment that provides short-term relief of excessive menstrual pain. The application of needles in specific areas increases blood flow to the uterus, and can help relax the muscles, reducing the frequency and severity of cramps and abdominal pain.
Weight loss and digestion
Stress has been known to be a major cause for weight gain. Acupuncture activates your “feel-good” neurotransmitters, which can reduce stress. Fat doesn’t just melt off your body, however, acupuncture can help reduce cravings and regulate hunger. Patients who seek weight loss of around 10 to 15 pounds should receive consistent traditional acupuncture for six to eight weeks along, paired with a healthy calorie intake and appropriate physical exercise routine. Additionally, acupuncture has been widely recognized as an effective treatment for many digestive ailments including nausea, vomiting, heartburn and stomach pain – symptoms that have the potential to serve as obstacles when trying to lose weight.
Cosmetic enhancements
Cosmetic acupuncture is considered an ancient beauty secret that naturally increases the moisture and vitality within the skin. Cosmetic acupuncture is a whole-body approach that addresses the outer appearance of aging, as well as the internal factors that contribute to the aging process. Benefits of cosmetic acupuncture include the reduction of under-eye bags, softening of deeper wrinkles, improved skin hydration and complexion, increased circulation, and more. A session of cosmetic acupuncture involves the insertion of hair-thin needles into specific points on the face and head to help tone weak muscles and relax tight muscles to restore a youthful glow.
Insomnia
Women have a higher chance of experiencing insomnia, regardless of age. Acupuncture helps improve your quality of sleep and addresses symptoms that are keeping you up at night. According to recent studies, acupuncture was found to be more effective compared to prescribed medications that are geared towards treating sleep disorders like insomnia. With acupuncture increasing nighttime melatonin production, patients found themselves falling asleep faster and becoming less aroused at night.
Emotional wellness
Acupuncture affects the dopaminergic system in the brain, which decreases the positive and negative reinforcements of addiction, therefore, reducing drug and medication use. Additionally, acupuncture slows the body’s production of stress hormones which could potentially decrease instances of depression and dependency on medication, as well as improve sleep, and enhance general health and well-being.
About Modern Acupuncture
Modern Acupuncture’s mission is to make your life better, demystify acupuncture and educate the public about the many benefits it has to offer. The practice is a natural, non-invasive method of treatment that has often been used in lieu of synthetic medications and surgical procedures. To find out more about Modern Acupuncture, and determine if it is right for you, visit www.modernacupuncture.com or a Valley location including North Scottsdale, Arcadia, Glendale or Mesa.
