One of the most empowering approaches to support your menopause and improve symptoms is through holistic wellness. Rather than focusing solely on treating a specific symptom, holistic methods aim to address the root cause and bring harmony to both the physical and emotional aspects of this life stage.
Acupuncture offers a gentle yet effective way to support hormonal balance and ease symptoms like hot flushes and anxiety. As a Shiatsu Practitioner, I am not new to Traditional Chinese Medicine, but have only tried acupuncture once - last week! I found it really relaxing, and the insertion of needles is like the sensation of a little tug of a hair, if that. A heated lamp over the body creates a sensation like being in a gentle sauna, lovely! Herbs are also commonly recommended for menopause to support the naturally declining Yin. Yin is feminine and cooling, and when there is not enough Yin to cool the Yang, it results in "Empty Heat", that's hot flushes to you and me. Tongue diagnosis confirms what's going on inside the body and feels very factual - certainly not a woo-woo approach to medicine. Anyway, enough of my ramblings, over to the expert.
Introducing Yvette Masure.
As a practicing Acupuncturist for 30 years, now semi -retired, I know from firsthand experience that acupuncture an ancient and long tried and tested therapy, is one of the most natural and effective treatments, for the worst symptoms of menopause:
* Hot flushes .
* Irregular menses, or none.
* Erratic emotions including irritability, fear, grief, frustration and anger.
* General exhaustion.
Embracing Eastern Traditions and Breaking Western Silence
In the East menopause is looked at as a natural part of woman’s life cycle and is associated with the concept of Yin and Yang. The association between Yin and Yang is based within the Yin representing the cooling nourishing and receptive qualities, while Yang represents the active warming and outwardly focused qualities. During menopause there is a shift from a predominantly Yin state to a more balanced state of yin and yang.
It is also seen as time of rebirth and renewal in the East. It is seen as a right of passage, and women are often viewed as entering a spiritual awakening, a time of transformation; women are often regarded as wise elders and are honoured for their contributions to their communities. Traditions help to embrace the transformative journey of menopause with grace and confidence.
In the East, menopause is often seen as a time of empowerment and even celebration; in the West, silence and stigma. Women have tended to suffer without a voice until recently.
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an ancient therapy to rebalance and re-align the body systems organs and general dis-ease that we find as we grow older: and especially during the ‘change’ as menopause is sometimes known as.
So acupuncture involves a wrist pulse reading on both sides of the body, tongue diagnosis, and symptoms case paper. These relate to the Five Elements: Earth, Metal, Wood, Fire and Water and associated organs and meridian channels.
The acupuncturist from these diagnostics is able to find out what is energetically, full or empty, what is sharp or soft, what is overactive or underactive and rebalance these qualities holistically, through specific chosen acupuncture points on the body. A personalised treatment plan is created.
Between 2 to 9 needles can be used and are placed on acupuncture points on the organs Meridian system on areas of the body. It’s a very pleasant experience generally for most and the results are proven and recognised.
Many years ago the husband of a client visited me with a warm embrace and bunch of flowers. “You have saved my marriage” he exclaimed. “I cannot thank you enough.”
I said “thank my angels : the needles”
Additional note:
menopause exchange : Website ( linc) quarterly Newsletter is good advice and free.
By Yvette Masure Lic Ac .2024
Embracing menopause with holistic tools
We hope you’ve found all our tips and tools for menopause useful. This stage of life can be challenging, but with the right support and lifestyle choices, you can significantly reduce the severity of symptoms and embrace this stage of life with more confidence and improved health. By taking a holistic approach, you can feel empowered to live a healthier, more vibrant life during menopause and beyond.
Please reach out to us if we can support your menopause journey in anyway:
Nicky for Yoga & Breathwork: nicky@claygateyogaclinic.co.uk
Nicole for Hypnotherapy: hypnostones@gmail.com
Sally for Nutrition & Lifestyle: sally@rebalancebysally
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