As has been described throughout this website, Naturopathic Medicine and Chinese Medicine are an effective treatment for a myriad of conditions, correcting imbalances and harmonies within your body. The same results hold true for conditions of hormonal changes such as pregnancy and menopause and hormone imbalances such as menstrual irregularities, PMS, and infertility.

Pregnancy Symptoms Treatment

Acupuncture treatment during pregnancy benefits both Baby and Mother. Regular balancing treatments throughout a patient’s pregnancy enhance the health of the Mother, prevent complications and positively influence the development of the baby.
It has also been used to relieve morning sickness and even severe nausea caused by pregnancy as well as relieves fatigue, migraines and bleeding in the first trimester. In the second trimester, it can alleviate heartburn, hemorrhoids and stress. In the last trimester, it is helpful for back pain and can be employed to turn the breech baby.
Some treatments could cause a slight increase in fetal movements and no treatment, unless intended to start labor, should significantly increase uterine activity.

Infertility Treatment

Acupuncture as an alternative way of treating fertility problems is becoming more and more popular and being recognized as a valid form of treatment for infertility by the Western medical professionals. A patient’s or couple’s treatment program will be different based on whether the issue is a functional problem, such as irregular ovulation, or a structural problem, like a blockage in the sperm ducts. After a proper evaluation process and review of existing medical records, Dr. Klearman will recommend acupuncture treatments in conjunction with some other forms natural medicines including herbs, vitamins and diet to improve the likelihood of pregnancy.

PMS and Menopause Relief

Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture can also be used to relieve PMS and menopause symptoms such as irritability and stress, weight gain, hot flashes or night sweats, irregular periods, loss of libido, fatigue, dizziness, memory lapses, incontinence, bloating, changes in odor, irregular heartbeat, depression, anxiety, breast pain, headaches, joint pain, and more. Dr. Klearman will devise an individualized program for each patient. She may use acupuncture, Chinese or Western herbs, nutrients, and dietary recommendations, all which can contribute towards hormone balance. If necessary, Dr. Klearman may recommend the use of bio-identical hormones. If you are pregnant, having fertility problems or are experiencing any hormone related issues, contact Dr. Klearman to take the first step in living a healthier life and ultimately alleviate your hormone and fertility issues.