The benefits of acupuncture

- By Inge Rombouts - Acupuncture and menopause consultant

Acupuncture is increasingly used as natural support for a wide range of complaints. This age-old treatment helps the body find its balance again and supports both physical and emotional processes. Especially for women at different stages of life, acupuncture can offer significant added value.

Hormonal balance and menstrual cycle

One important benefit of acupuncture is that it can help regulate the menstrual cycle. With an irregular cycle, pain, or hormonal fluctuations, it supports the body in finding balance again. This often leads not only to fewer complaints, but also to more stability and energy.

Support with a wish to conceive and fertility

Acupuncture is known for its stress-reducing effect, which plays an important role when trying to conceive. Less stress means a more favourable environment for the body to become pregnant.

That is why acupuncture is often used to support fertility treatments. It helps prepare the body and can be a valuable addition to medical treatments.

Relief during pregnancy

During pregnancy, acupuncture can relieve many common discomforts, such as nausea, heartburn, constipation, insomnia, headaches, anxiety, and pelvic pain.

It offers a gentle and natural way to improve comfort during this period.

Preparation for childbirth

Acupuncture also has benefits in the run-up to childbirth. It helps the body prepare and can provide an extra boost when the due date has passed.

In some cases, acupuncture can also help a baby turn from breech to head-down position.

Recovery after childbirth

After childbirth, acupuncture supports the recovery process. It helps rebuild energy and contributes to better physical and emotional balance.

It can also be valuable support for breastfeeding issues, such as mastitis or reduced milk production.

Sleep, energy, and emotional balance

Hormonal fluctuations after childbirth (and also in other stages of life) can affect energy and emotions. Acupuncture can help restore this balance.

It is also often used for sleep problems and fatigue, because it helps the nervous system relax.

Support during menopause

During menopause, acupuncture can bring relief for symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats.

Important to know: you do not have to “just learn to live with symptoms”. With the right support, this phase can be much more comfortable.

Guidance from a menopause consultant can provide extra insight and support.

Natural and medication-free approach

One of the biggest benefits of acupuncture is that it is a natural, medication-free treatment. It supports the body in a gentle way and can be perfectly combined with other treatments.

- By Inge Rombouts - Acupuncture and menopause consultant