Endometriosis

Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 people around the world and can show up differently for each person affected by it. The symptoms can range from bloating and discomfort, chronic pelvic pain, pain with menstruation (dysmenorrhea), pain or cramping with intercourse, discomfort or pain with urination and bowel movements, to challenges with fertility. The [...]

By |2022-03-23T22:22:53-07:00March 23rd, 2022|Pain, Women's Health|

Endometriosis and Acupuncture

Endometriosis is an issue for 5-15% of reproductive-age women and can result in chronic visceral pelvic pain and infertility. Acupuncture may be an effective treatment for pain relief associated with this condition and there is growing evidence suggesting the benefits of acupuncture in treating endometriosis. It is likely that endometriosis is caused by neuroplasticity (i.e., [...]

By |2021-03-07T17:24:32-08:00March 7th, 2021|Pain, Women's Health|

Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a common condition affecting 10%–15% of women between the ages of 24 and 40. It is caused by the endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, growing outside the uterus. Endometriosis may contribute to the following symptoms: Pain during menses Pain with intercourse Infertility The common treatment approach is to stop pain, regulate [...]

By |2020-03-01T16:10:06-08:00March 1st, 2020|Pain, Women's Health|
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