Extreme emotional and physical demands are placed on a woman during pregnancy and childbirth. Acupuncture is ideal at this time as it is a safe and drug free way of managing many of the symptoms faced by women during pregnancy. Traditional therapies, such as acupuncture, work well with obstetrics to provide optimal healthcare for women during their pregnancy and to assist in the healthy development of the baby.
Acupuncture is helpful in treating the following:
Pregnancy/antenatal:
- induction of labour
- morning sickness
- breech presentation
- sciatica and backpain
- inflammation of the pubic symphysis
- carpal tunnel syndrome
- fluid retention
- anxiety and stress
- insomnia
- headaches
- post-natal recovery and restoration. In most ancient cultures, the period after birth is a time to replenish the body’s vitality. Diet, life style activities, Chinese herbs and acupuncture all work towards the restoration of strength and resilience for life ahead.
- breast feeding: enhancing milk supply, mastitis.
- post-natal depression treatment of Caesarian scars.