Our Approach
1. General Wellbeing Care
Treatment works to ease overall wellbeing during hormonal changes:
Traditional Acupuncture: In TCM theory, this is believed to regulate the flow of Liver Qi and nourish Kidney essence, concepts traditionally linked to hormonal balance and menstrual health.
Modern Acupuncture: Uses evidence-informed point selection, drawing on research into acupuncture’s effects on the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian (HPO) axis and the body’s stress response.
Tui Na Women’s Health Massage: Traditional Chinese abdominal massage using gentle rhythmic techniques, aimed at easing physical tension.
Lifestyle Guidance: General suggestions to help overall wellbeing.
2. Understanding Your Situation
We take time to understand what life stage or changes you’re navigating:
Symptom discussion: Understanding how hormonal changes are affecting your energy, mood or sleep.
Current care review: Understanding any medical management already in place, so our approach fits alongside it.
3. Ongoing Complementary Care
Helping your overall wellbeing over time:
Ongoing session guidance: A pace of sessions suited to your individual situation.
Not sure what your first visit involves? See our full [What to Expect] guide.
Common questions
Can acupuncture help with hormonal symptoms? Many patients find acupuncture a genuinely helpful part of navigating hormonal changes, supporting energy, mood and sleep alongside their medical care. While we can’t make specific claims about hormonal outcomes, general wellbeing and stress-support care like this is something many people find makes a real difference day to day.
What does “Medical Acupuncture” mean for hormonal health specifically? It draws on research into the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian (HPO) axis, the communication pathway between the brain and ovaries, and the body’s stress response. There’s also a growing body of research specifically into acupuncture for menopausal hot flushes, which is one of the more studied applications in this area.
Should I still see my GP or gynaecologist? Yes, please continue any care prescribed by your GP or specialist. We see this as complementary support, not a replacement.
