Alternative
Treatment Options For Endometriosis
Most
women who suffer from endometriosis assume conventional treatment (e.g. prescription
painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs, surgery, hormone therapy, oral
contraceptive) is the best course of action. The problem with such treatments
is that they often come with unwanted side effects. Undergoing hormone therapy,
for instance, may lead to infertility, while painkillers only mask the problem
without treating its underlying cause.
Traditional
Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a more direct approach to treating endometriosis.
TCM may include the use of herbal medicine, cupping, acupuncture, aromatherapy,
naturopathy, and lifestyle changes, all of which are designed to restore the
body and mind back to its healthy state. To better understand TCM and its role
in the treatment of endometriosis, you must first look at the body's energy force.
Known as Qi, our body has an energy force that flows between the organs in
paths called meridians. When a blockage occurs, Qi becomes stagnant and unable
to provide 'life' to the organs; thus, increasing the risk of disease and
illness. The good news is that you can restore the body's flow of Qi through
the use of TCM.
Women
with endometriosis often experience blood stagnation due to kidney malfunction.
Our kidneys are responsible for a number of different functions, such as
reproduction, blood production, hair health/growth, and more. If the kidneys
don't receive adequate energy, the individual's blood will grow stagnant.
So,
how can Traditional Chinese Medicine help? While there are dozens of different
types of TCM available, nearly all of them focus on one basic principle: to
restore the flow of Qi. Endometriosis is characterized by blood stagnation and
poor kidney function, both of which are typically the result of Qi blockages
via meridians within the body. Whether it's acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping,
or a combination of the three, women with endometriosis should look into TCM.
It's a safe and effective way to treat a variety of conditions while improving
the body's health.
Give
me a call today to learn how you can get on track to better health.
New York Sports Acupuncture
888.375.5444
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