A Gentle Path to a More Comfortable Cycle
I once had a patient tell me that her menstrual cramps were a 8-9/10 on the pain scale. She added “I almost went home from work”. If you've ever experienced monthly menstrual cramps that disrupt your life, we want you to know that you are not alone. Painful periods, or dysmenorrhea, are a common and often debilitating reality for many women, but they shouldn’t be. While medication can help, we believe in exploring options that address the root cause of your discomfort. At Foundations Naturopathic Health, we offer acupuncture as a safe and natural way to help you find lasting relief.
How We Can Help You Feel Better
Our approach is to work with your body's natural wisdom, rather than simply masking your symptoms. The science behind how acupuncture can ease period pain is truly inspiring:
Calming the Uterus: When your period starts, hormone-like substances called prostaglandins can cause the uterus to contract, leading to cramps and pain. Acupuncture can help to gently regulate these signals, which may reduce the intensity and duration of your discomfort.
Releasing Your Body's Natural Painkillers: The feeling of deep relaxation during an acupuncture session is no accident. The needles stimulate your nervous system to release endorphins—your body's very own powerful, natural pain relievers. This helps to ease the cramping and discomfort, leaving you with a sense of peace.
Restoring Healthy Flow: In our view, pain often arises when there is a lack of proper flow. Acupuncture is a wonderful way to improve circulation to your abdomen and pelvic area. This helps to relax the uterine muscles and reduce the cramping sensation, restoring a more harmonious flow to your cycle.
Soothing Inflammation: Acupuncture has been shown to have a calming effect on inflammation throughout the body. By reducing this underlying inflammatory state, we can help to lower pain signals and provide lasting relief from symptoms like headaches and bloating that often accompany a difficult period.
Your Personalized Treatment Plan
We will begin by sitting down with you to understand your unique menstrual cycle, your health history, and what you'd like to achieve. Together, we'll create a personalized treatment plan. The benefits of acupuncture are cumulative, which means they build with each session. Many women find that a series of regular treatments—especially in the days leading up to and during their period—can significantly reduce their pain and their reliance on medication.
We are here to support you in achieving a more comfortable, pain-free cycle. At Foundations Naturopathic Health, we are committed to providing you with gentle, effective, and natural care.