ACUPUNCTURE & CHINESE MEDICINE PMS NYC
WHAT IS PMS?
Premenstrual syndrome refers to a cluster of physical and emotional symptoms occurring before the onset of the menstrual period.
The onset ranges from one day to two weeks before the period.
Ages 20-40 is mostly affected by this group
Medical science is still consider a bit of mystery with treatment.
Some theories and clinical trials suggest excess estrogen, progesterone deficiency, deficinect of vitamin B6, elevated prostaglandins, elevated prolactin levels, but all show inconclusive evidence
SYMPTOMS
Depression, sadness, crying
Irritability, aggressiveness, anger
Anxiety, insomnia, loss of concentration
Acne
Breast distention
Bloating
Change in bowel movements
Change in libido
Food cravings
Swelling in the face, legs, or hands
Symptoms vary in intensity from very mild to extremely serious. A woman suffering severe Pre-Menstrual Syndrome may injure a member of her family or some other person. Chinese medicine is a very effective form of treatment in helping you feel stabilize and prevent major hormone fluctuations.
HOW DOES ACUPUNCTURE & CHINESE MEDICINE HELP PMS?
Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine helps to regulate hormones naturally. We help balance regulate the imbalance hormones to improve the cycle and mood.
Both acupuncture and herbs, by themselves or in combination, give excellent results for PMS.
Increases the production of serotonin, endorphins, and dopamine the feel good chemicals to help regulate mood (sadness, anger, anxiety)
HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
Since everyone situation is different we will need a Chinese medicine evaluation before recommending a plan of care.
As with all menstrual issues, it will take a minimum of three menstrual cycles to regulate the symptoms completely. Some people may be able to see improvement on their first cycle.