Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine for PMS and PMDD near Shelburne and Burlington, VT
Has PMS or PMDD gotten much worse during perimenopause, or are you having problems for the first time?
The hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause can make symptoms in the days before your period much more intense than in the past. For some people, they might experience PMS, or the more severe PMDD, for the first time during midlife.
You don’t have to suffer for a week or two out of every month.
Anxiety, depression, irritability, anger, mood swings, brain fog, fatigue, and insomnia can have a huge negative impact on your life. For people with PMDD, these symptoms can be severe. Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture identify the patterns causing your symptoms and work to regulate them, so your body can navigate hormone changes in perimenopause. Schedule a phone call today to learn more and talk about whether this is the right approach for you.
PMS or PMDD in perimenopause can look like:
Significant or debilitating anxiety and/or depression
Anger and rage
Overwhelming sadness
Extreme and unpredictable mood swings
Difficulty working or socializing
Inability to sleep
Trouble concentrating
Benefits of Treating PMS and PMDD in Perimenopause With Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture
More Stable Mood The emotional impacts of PMS and PMDD in perimenopause can be severe. Treatments can greatly improve mood swings, anxiety, depression, and sadness so you feel more like yourself again.
Better Energy and Concentration If you struggle to focus or get things done in the week or two before your menstrual cycle, acupuncture and herbal medicine can help.
Improved Sleep Insomnia can happen before the menstrual cycle alone or because of the emotional and physical distress of PMS and PMDD. Treatments can help restore restful sleep, which helps regulate all your body systems.
No Longer Dreading Your Period When PMS or PMDD is severe and long-lasting, it can mean 25 to 50% of your life is spent managing it. It’s possible for your period to be much easier, so that it doesn’t impact your daily life in the same way.
What to Expect from Treatment
Your first step is to schedule a 15 minute phone call. During this call, we’ll see if you’re a good fit for the clinic.
If you are, you’ll have the opportunity to schedule your free Initial Exam and Assessment. At this visit, we’ll discuss your symptoms and goals, do some quick (and easy) physical assessments, and you’ll be given your personalized recommendations for a treatment program, including timeframe and estimated costs.
My approach to treatment includes:
Helping you feel better fast AND addressing the underlying patterns so you experience lasting benefits
Seeing you as a whole person, not just a body or a collection of parts
Discussing ways you can support yourself through simple sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle changes
Addressing your individual needs: your treatment program is customized for you
Collaborating with other healthcare practitioners when helpful