Discover How Acupuncture Can Help Alleviate PMDD Symptoms.
- moonbrookmedicine
- May 16
- 2 min read
By Dr. Dalite Sancic, DACM, L.Ac., MS
At Moon Brook Medicine, we understand that Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) can significantly impact your quality of life.
PMDD is a severe type of PMS that includes:
Severe Emotional and Behavioral Symptoms: May include intense mood swings, irritability, depression, anxiety, and mood disturbances that can interfere with daily activities and relationships.
Physical Symptoms: May include fatigue, sleep disturbances, changes in appetite, headaches, joint or muscle pain, and bloating.
The mood swings, pain, and emotional turmoil of PMDD can make daily activities and relationships challenging.
If you’re struggling with PMDD, we’re here to help you find relief.
How Acupuncture Can Help:
Acupuncture has been shown to effectively reduce the severity of PMDD symptoms. Here’s how:
1. Balancing Hormones: Acupuncture can help regulate hormone levels, reducing the fluctuations that contribute to PMDD symptoms, including mood swings, irritability, and anxiety.
2. Reducing Stress: Stress is a major trigger for PMDD symptoms. Acupuncture promotes relaxation and helps reduce stress hormones in the body. Regular treatments can enhance your overall sense of well-being and help you cope with emotional challenges more effectively.
3. Boosting Endorphins: Acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers.
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15135942/. This can help alleviate headaches, muscle pain, and other physical symptoms, making the menstrual cycle more manageable.
The Research on Acupuncture and PMDD - A 2014 study found the following:
“Acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments for premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder showed a 50% or better reduction of symptoms compared to the initial state.”
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Supporting this, in a separate study, researchers found that acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine reduced anxiety in PMDD patients by 58.9%, and reduced depression in the same patients by 52.0%.
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Don’t let PMDD control your life. Let us help you find relief and restore balance naturally.
If you or someone you know needs help dealing with PPMD, call, email, or book online today. Please share this information with someone you know who might benefit from it. As always, we appreciate your referrals.
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