Acupuncture for Menstrual Pain

Painful periods are common and are one of the leading causes of missed school or work among people who menstruate. The majority of people who menstruate experience bain before or during their periods, with 1 in 5 saying the pain is severe. Painful periods are a sign that something is off in your body.

Form a traditional medicine perspective, period pain may be caused by:

• Stagnation, indicating we need to help things to flow

• Cold in the body, so you need to be warmed

• Deficiency, so you need to be nourished

There is research showing that acupuncture can:

• Reduce peak and ongoing menstrual pain

• Reduce the need for analgesic medications

• Improve quality of life

• Provide lasting results

Your menstrual period doesn’t need to be painful. If you’re one of the many people who are struggling with pain, acupuncture may give you the relief you need. Schedule an appointment today! And, if you know someone who lives with menstrual pain, please let them know there is help out there.