Suzanne Dykes Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Balanced Health
Member of The British Acupuncture Council
Acupuncture and women's health
Acupuncture can be extremely effective in treating a range of gynaecological conditions including PMT (pre-menstrual tension), irregular periods (oligomenorrhoea), painful periods (dysmenorrhoea), absent periods (amenorrhoea), heavy periods (menorrhagia) and menopausal symptoms.
A regular cycle is considered to be 28-32days with 3-7 days of menstrual bleeding, which is not too light or too heavy (blood loss - approximately 4-12 teaspoonfuls or 20-60ml).
There are many common causes which may affect the menstrual cycle, from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), too much exercise, chronic illness, eating disorders, hormonal imbalances, stress and lifestyle.
The aim of acupuncture is to restore the natural balance within the body and regulate your cycle.