Natural Relief for Uterine Fibroids: How Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Support Healing
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that occur within the uterus. While “uterine fibroid” sounds like a scary diagnosis, they are actually super common! Many women will develop them at some point by the age of fifty.
Just because they are common and non-cancerous, however, does not mean that they are totally harmless. While some women can have uterine fibroids and never have any accompanying symptoms, others may experience:
heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding,
urinary urgency (or the feeling that you have to urinate frequently),
pelvic pain or pressure, especially during intercourse,
back pain,
and bleeding between periods.
Not to mention, uterine fibroids can also negatively impact your fertility. If you’re trying to conceive, it’s definitely important to address the presence of uterine fibroids in order to maximize your chances of becoming – and staying – pregnant.
Fortunately, acupuncture can help manage fibroids and their associated symptoms.
Acupuncture can aid in slowing or even stopping the growth of uterine fibroids by restoring balance to your hormones and promoting circulation to your pelvic region. It can also help the body in assisting the natural breakdown of existing fibroids, supporting your system’s ability to rebalance and heal from within. Symptoms including pain, such as painful periods, general pelvic pain, or pain with intercourse can be addressed through acupuncture as well, as acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins, which are our bodies’ natural pain relievers.
There are also Chinese herbal formulas that can help bring balance to your hormones and promote circulation, which can be used in tandem with acupuncture for the most relief.
If you or someone you know in the Union County or Monroe area is struggling with uterine fibroids, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine at Nourishing Life Acupuncture can help. We specialize in women’s health and hormone balance, supporting your body’s ability to heal naturally. Call us at 704-275-3856 or book a fifteen minute consultation online to start your healing journey today.