Stress and the menstrual cycle: understanding the link and restoring balance naturally

Stress is now part of everyday life… but its impact goes well beyond fatigue or mental load. It directly influences your hormonal balance and can disrupt your menstrual cycle. Irregular cycles, no ovulation, more intense premenstrual syndrome… If this applies to you, stress may well be one of the main causes. In this article, find …

Stress and fertility: an underestimated factor that can hold back your plans for a baby

When trying for a baby, attention is often focused on hormones, ovulation, ovarian reserve or the quality of the semen analysis. But one essential element is still too often overlooked:  chronic stress. Yet fertility does not depend only on the ovaries or the testes. It rests on a subtle balance between the hormonal system, the …

Bruxism in Aix-en-Provence: stress, jaw and neck pain, what can you do?

Do you often have a stiff neck?Migraines at the end of the day or when you wake up in the morning?The feeling that you clench your teeth without realising it? These symptoms are often linked.What do they have in common? Stress and the jaw. In Aix-en-Provence, more and more patients come in for chronic neck pain… …

Stress and acupuncture

Stress can show itself through many symptoms such as: It can become a chronic condition or may have appeared recently (coronavirus, lockdown). Chronic stress has repercussions on health, in particular an increased risk of high blood pressure, reduced immunity, diabetes…. How can you manage stress? There are several studies on stress and breathing. Gentle activities …

Acupuncture and Hyperhidrosis: Complementary Support

Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterised by excessive sweating. It can affect specific areas of the body, such as the hands, feet, underarms or face, or involve larger areas of the body. Excessive sweating can be uncomfortable and may affect everyday life, including social interactions, work, physical activity and situations involving stress or emotions. Acupuncture and …

The Large Intestine in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Digestion, Emotions and ENT

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Large Intestine is not only associated with digestion. It is traditionally linked to elimination, the ability to let go, and certain ENT-related symptoms within the framework of Chinese medicine. The Large Intestine is also paired with the Lung, forming a Yin-Yang relationship. This connection is taken into account during …

When should you have acupuncture to get pregnant?

You are planning a pregnancy and wondering when to start acupuncture to support fertility? Acupuncture may be offered as a complementary approach when you wish to become pregnant, whether you hope to conceive naturally or are going through assisted reproduction (ART). When a pregnancy is being considered, it can be worthwhile to start the support a …

Acupuncture during pregnancy: when to book a session?

Pregnancy is a time of many physical, hormonal and emotional changes. Over the months, some women may experience various discomforts: nausea, fatigue, digestive problems, difficulty sleeping, tension or pain. Acupuncture during pregnancy may be offered as a complementary approach to support some of these discomforts, always alongside medical and obstetric care. Why see an acupuncturist …

Acupuncture and period pain: a complementary approach

Period pain, also known as dysmenorrhoea, is common and can sometimes have a significant impact on daily life. Pain in the lower abdomen or lower back, fatigue, digestive problems or a feeling of tension may accompany the menstrual period. Acupuncture may be offered as a complementary approach to support menstrual pain and the various discomforts associated …

Acupuncture: what are the reasons to consult?

Are you wondering why have acupuncture, in which situations it may be worthwhile, or what acupuncture can support? Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture offers a holistic approach that considers the person as a whole. It can be used on its own or alongside medical care, depending on the reason for the visit and each person’s needs. …