How Acupuncture Helps PCOS

Having PCOS is a stressful thing. There are so many symptoms that go along with that diagnosis and it can be a very scary thing to have to deal with on a daily basis. Some symptoms include, hirsutism (excessive hair growth on the face and neck, among other places), acne, weight gain, trouble losing weight, insulin resistance, mood swings, menstrual irregularities, infertility, thinning of the scalp hair, depression and ovarian cysts. Many of these symptoms, if not all of them, can be controlled by alternative means, such as acupuncture, herbal supplements, aromatherapy, and reflexology.

Acupuncture is one of the most commonly used alternative therapies. Acupuncture can help many different symptoms and conditions. It was originally practiced in China, more than three thousand years ago. Acupuncture operates on the understanding that the body has pathways, or meridians, along the body. It is in these pathways that qi (pronounced chee) flows freely, unless there is a blockage. You would know you had a blockage if you have a condition, disease or even just a symptom, such as pain. Each meridian is connected to a certain internal organ or organ system. In order to unblock the qi and get the body balanced, special small needles are inserted in specific places in the body. This is painless and even relaxing for many. The needles are what opens up the blockages and allows the qi to freely flow throughout the body's meridians, restoring the body's balance and stopping the symptoms.

For women with PCOS, the biggest benefit is regulating the menstrual cycles. Acupuncture can also help with weight loss, headaches and mood swings. Many other conditions also benefit from acupuncture as well. Infertility has been known to be a big reason that people seek help from acupuncture. Many find that when they are going through conventional medicine treatments for infertility, that it is extremely beneficial to add in some Chinese medicine as well, such as acupuncture. The two work hand in hand in treating not only the symptom but also any other issues attached to that symptom.