Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine for Painful or Irregular Periods
Your menstrual cycle is one of your body’s best health indicators. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), pain, irregularity, mood changes, or fatigue aren’t just things to tolerate—they’re signs that your body needs balance and support.
At OC Well Studio in Newport Beach, we help women at every stage of life—from first periods to perimenopause—find relief and rhythm again through acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.
How TCM Views Menstrual Health
In TCM, menstrual issues stem from imbalances in the flow of Qi (energy) and Blood, especially in the Liver and Spleen systems.
When Qi or Blood stagnate, cramps, clots, and bloating often appear.
When there’s deficiency, cycles can become light, irregular, or absent.
Acupuncture improves circulation, relaxes the nervous system, and helps your hormones regulate naturally, while herbal medicine supports your body’s healing from within.
What to Expect
Frequency: Weekly acupuncture sessions for the first 4–6 weeks are common, especially for chronic or severe symptoms.
Timeline: Most women notice subtle improvements—like less pain or smoother moods—within a few treatments. More lasting cycle regulation usually takes about three months (three cycles).
Herbal Medicine: Custom formulas, taken daily, are adjusted as your body changes.
Once cycles stabilize, visits often space out to every 2–4 weeks for maintenance or seasonal tune-ups.
Home Care Tips
Between visits, these TCM-inspired habits can help keep your cycle balanced:
Keep your abdomen warm: Use a heating pad during cramps; avoid exposing your belly to cold or damp.
Eat nourishing foods: Warm, cooked meals—like soups, stews, and root vegetables—support Blood and Qi.
Move gently: Walking, yoga, or light stretching keeps energy flowing.
Manage stress: Emotional tension stagnates Liver Qi. Try breathwork, journaling, or mindful breaks to reset.
Support Through Every Phase
Teens: Regulate painful or irregular cycles as hormones adjust.
Fertility years: Ease PMS, balance hormones, and support conception naturally.
Perimenopause and beyond: Reduce hot flashes, mood swings, and irregular bleeding.
Each life stage brings its own challenges, and Chinese Medicine adapts to meet your body’s changing needs.
Ready to Feel More in Sync?
If your periods are painful, unpredictable, or draining, acupuncture and herbal medicine can help your body find its natural rhythm again.
At OC Well Studio, our experienced practitioners create individualized treatment plans designed to restore balance and relieve symptoms—so you can feel your best every month.
Book your appointment today and take the first step toward a smoother, more harmonious cycle.