Art of Acupuncture Approach to Menopause Medicine
Navigating menopause can be challenging and we are here to help you manage this transition with ease and grace. Our approach combines traditional Chinese medicine practices with modern wellness coaching to address both physical and emotional symptoms of menopause. We focus on restoring balance in your body through acupuncture, herbal remedies, and personalized wellness plans. Our goal is to help you feel more energetic, reduce hot flashes, improve sleep, and enhance overall well-being. With compassionate care and a patient-centered approach, we support you through every stage of your menopause journey.
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× Menopausal Health Treatments Testimonials Holistic Menopausal Health Menopausal Health From The Experts Our Menopausal Health Experts & Practitioners Menopausal Health We Address What We Know: Additional Menopausal Health Resources Hang Out With Us!Menopause Medicine Treatments
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a powerful tool for easing the menopausal transition. Known as The Second Spring in Traditional Chinese Medicine, menopause can be a challenging shift for many women today. By targeting specific points on the body, acupuncture can help regulate hormones, reduce hot flashes, improve sleep quality, help relieve joint pain and brain fog. It also aids in balancing mood swings and reducing anxiety, which are common during menopause. Our skilled practitioners at Art of Acupuncture tailor each session to your unique needs, promoting overall well-being and vitality.
Bodywork
Bodywork therapies such as fire cupping, gua sha, and zero balancing are highly effective in relieving the physical discomforts of menopause. These menopause medicine treatments improve circulation, reduce muscle tension, and enhance relaxation, addressing issues like joint pain, stiffness, and mood changes. Our bodywork sessions are designed to support your body’s natural healing processes and provide relief from stress. Each session is personalized to ensure you leave feeling rejuvenated and balanced.
Herbal Formulas
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas offer a natural approach to managing menopausal symptoms. Customized herbal blends can help regulate hormonal imbalances, reduce hot flashes, and support emotional well-being. At Art of Acupuncture, our herbalists create personalized formulas tailored to your specific needs, ensuring the most effective treatment. These remedies are a safe and gentle way to navigate the changes brought on by menopause.
Nutrition
Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in managing menopause symptoms and maintaining overall health. Our nutrition coaching focuses on incorporating foods that support hormonal balance, boost energy, and improve mood. We provide personalized dietary plans that emphasize whole, nutrient-dense foods while avoiding common triggers of menopausal symptoms. By making mindful food choices, you can enhance your well-being and ease the transition through menopause.
Meditation
Meditation is a powerful practice for managing the emotional and physical stresses of menopause. Regular meditation can help reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and promote a sense of calm and well-being. At Art of Acupuncture, we offer guided meditation sessions tailored to help you connect with your body and mind. Incorporating meditation into your daily routine can significantly improve your quality of life during menopause.
Testimonials
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I am so thankful to have found this place! I’m about a month into treatments and it already feels like home. Emily really listens without judgement not only to what I say, but to what my body says. She is incredibly knowledgable and passionate about her practice and is a…
– Danielle Moore
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Been a client for about 6 months now to manage stress and perimenopausal symptoms Emily is awesome! My “hot flashies” are little to none. My body felt unwind immediate after the needles are inserted (during acupuncture treatment). Wish I knew about this place sooner!
– Jula Julie
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“Emily is amazing! I’ve been going here for 3 years now and she is super professional, and takes care of all of my specific needs! You can’t put a price on self care. 10/10”
– Berni Belanger
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“Health and wellness are so entwined in a safe compassionate space and Emily embraces and conveys those healing elements in each treatment. I’ve always left Art of Acupuncture feeling like a better version of my whole being. Deep gratitude for Emily and her expertise.”
– Robin Hinaman
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“Been a client for about 6 months now to manage stress and perimenopausal symptoms Emily is awesome! My “hot flashies” are little to none. My body felt unwind immediate after the needles are inserted (during acupuncture treatment). Wish I knew about this place sooner!”
– Julia – Riverview
Holistic Menopausal Health
Perimenopause
Perimenopause is the transitional phase leading up to menopause, marked by hormonal fluctuations and the onset of symptoms like irregular periods and hot flashes.
Menopause
Menopause is officially diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period, signifying the end of reproductive years and often accompanied by symptoms such as night sweats, mood changes, and vaginal dryness.
Postmenopause
Postmenopause begins after menopause and lasts for the rest of a woman’s life, with a focus on managing long-term health and well-being, addressing issues like bone density and cardiovascular health.
Menopausal Health From The Experts
“Our approach to treating perimenopausal and menopausal disturbances such as hot flashes, mood swings, insomnia and brain fog is individualized, holistic, and integrative. This incredible time of transition, known as “The Second Spring” in Chinese Medicine can be a challenging journey for many, and we are here for it! Utilizing acupuncture, custom herbal prescriptions, nutrition and meditation to balance Yin, Yang, Qi and Blood energies to promote hormonal balance and overall wellbeing.”
— Emily Armstrong, DOM, RH(AHG)
Our Menopausal Health Experts & Practitioners
Emily
DOM, AP, RH(AHG)
Specialties: Acute & Chronic Pain, Menopause, Internal Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Gua Sha, Meditation
Kecia
DOM, AP
Specialties: Pain Management, Trauma, Perimenopause, Addiction Recovery and Fibromyalgia
Menopausal Health We Address
PEMF mats (pulsed electromagnetic field therapy) deliver additional benefits for your session. These mats provide photon light, far-infrared heat therapy with PEMF on jade, tourmaline, and amethyst, helping with relaxation, detoxification, and energy restoration. PEMF mats are in every treatment room and are complimentary in all treatments, but we turn them off for pregnancy and people with pacemakers or other electronic devices implanted.
Kidney Yin Deficiency
Kidney Yin Deficiency is treated to restore balance and alleviate symptoms such as dryness, heat, and fatigue through personalized acupuncture and herbal remedies..
Hot Flashes
We provide acupuncture and herbal treatments to reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes, offering significant relief.
Night Sweats
Our holistic approach helps to manage night sweats by balancing hormones and improving overall body regulation through acupuncture and herbs.
Incontinence
Acupuncture and specific exercises are used to strengthen the pelvic floor and reduce incontinence symptoms during menopause.
Muscle Aches
Bodywork therapies and acupuncture are employed to relieve muscle aches and improve circulation, enhancing overall comfort.
Insomnia
We address insomnia by using acupuncture and herbal formulas to promote better sleep patterns and reduce night time disturbances.
Low Libido
Acupuncture and herbal treatments are tailored to boost libido and enhance sexual health naturally during menopause.
Mood Changes
Our treatments help stabilize mood swings and reduce anxiety and depression through acupuncture, herbal support, and wellness coaching.
Brain Fog
We focus on improving mental clarity and reducing brain fog with acupuncture, herbal medicine, and nutritional guidance.
Vaginal Dryness
Herbal remedies and dietary recommendations are provided to alleviate vaginal dryness and improve overall vaginal health.
Weight Gain
Personalized nutrition plans and acupuncture treatments are designed to support healthy weight management during menopause.
Dry Skin
We use herbal formulas and nutritional advice to hydrate the skin and improve its texture and appearance.
What We Know: Additional Menopausal Health Resources
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Our Office
2941 5th Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Hour of Operation
Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 6:30pm
Friday – Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm