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Acupuncture for Menopause & Perimenopause | Acupunctury Santa Monica

Discover how acupuncture at Acupunctury in Santa Monica can ease hot flashes, insomnia, mood changes, and hormonal imbalance during perimenopause and menopause. Personalized, holistic care for whole-body balance.


Perimenopause and menopause can feel like your body is rewriting its own story - one moment you’re fine, and the next, you’re flushed, wired, or wide awake at 2 AM. These shifts are completely natural, but that doesn’t mean you have to struggle through them. At Acupunctury in Santa Monica, we use acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help your body adapt more gracefully - easing symptoms, calming the nervous system, and helping you feel like yourself again.

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Understanding What’s Happening

Perimenopause is the time leading up to your final period, when hormones like estrogen and progesterone fluctuate unpredictably. Menopause begins after 12 months without a period.

You may notice:

  • Hot flashes or night sweats

  • Trouble sleeping

  • Mood swings, anxiety, or irritability

  • Brain fog or fatigue

  • Changes in libido or energy

  • Vaginal dryness or skin changes

Every woman’s experience is different - and that’s exactly why your care should be individualized.


How Acupuncture Helps

Acupuncture is a gentle yet powerful way to support your body during this transition. By working with your nervous system, hormones, and circulation, it can help regulate temperature, balance mood, and restore deeper rest.


1. Eases Hot Flashes & Night Sweats

Clinical studies show acupuncture can reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes. Many women describe feeling cooler, calmer, and more balanced after a few sessions.


2. Improves Sleep Quality

Hormonal fluctuations often disrupt sleep. Acupuncture helps your body shift out of “fight-or-flight” mode so you can fall - and stay - asleep more easily.


3. Balances Mood & Emotional Well-Being

When estrogen drops, serotonin and cortisol can fluctuate too, leading to mood changes or anxiety. Acupuncture helps regulate these pathways and support a steadier, more grounded emotional state.


4. Supports Whole-Body Wellness

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, menopause is seen as a time when the body’s Yin energy declines - the cooling, nourishing counterpart to Yang. Treatments aim to restore balance, nourish Yin, and strengthen the Kidney and Liver systems that govern aging, hormones, and vitality.

The result: less chaos, more calm - inside and out.


What to Expect at Acupunctury

Your first session at Acupunctury begins with a thoughtful conversation about your health, lifestyle, and symptoms. We then create a personalized treatment plan that may include:

Most clients begin with weekly sessions for 4–6 weeks, then taper as symptoms improve. You’ll leave each treatment feeling deeply relaxed - many women say they finally get a good night’s sleep afterward.


Why Choose Acupunctury

  • Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, blended with modern, evidence-based care

  • A calm, nurturing environment designed to help you feel safe and supported

  • Individualized treatment plans that meet you where you are in your transition


At Acupunctury, you’re not just managing symptoms - you’re supporting your whole being through a natural life change.


Supporting Yourself Beyond Treatment

Acupuncture works best alongside mindful lifestyle choices. We often recommend:

  • Eating warm, nourishing foods (soups, cooked vegetables, whole grains)

  • Staying active with gentle movement - walking, Pilates, or yoga

  • Prioritizing rest and self-care rituals

  • Avoiding excess caffeine, alcohol, and processed sugar (which can trigger hot flashes)

Small changes can make a big difference in how you feel day to day.


The Takeaway

Menopause is not the end of vitality - it’s a transition into a new phase of balance and wisdom. With the right support, your body can move through it with grace, strength, and ease.


If you’re ready to explore natural support for perimenopause or menopause symptoms, we’d love to care for you.


Book your session at Acupunctury in Santa Monica and begin reconnecting with your body’s natural rhythm.



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🌐 Website: www.acupuncturyla.com

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📍 Address: 1150 Yale St, Suite 10, Santa Monica, CA 90403



Medical Disclaimer: The information provided here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Each individual is unique, and acupuncture treatments are always tailored to the person’s specific needs. If you are experiencing a health concern, please consult a licensed healthcare professional to determine the most appropriate course of care.




 
 
 
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