Endometriosis

Endometriosis Nowra Acupuncture Clinic

At his Nowra acupuncture clinic, Fraser Cobham frequently supports women who have been diagnosed with endometriosis or experience severe menstrual-related pelvic pain. Following a thorough assessment, acupuncture, herbal medicine and nutritional recommendations are provided with the aim of helping women experience cycles with reduced pain, inflammation, and improved quality of life.

How can Chinese medicine help

Decreased or minimal pelvic pain
Reduced inflammation
Supporting a regular cycle
Calming the nervous system to ease symptoms of stress
Supporting overall health and wellbeing

Integrative Chinese medicine approach

Combining the principles of Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM) with evidence-based research, each treatment plan incorporates a personalised combination of acupuncture, herbal medicine, and dietary and lifestyle advice.

A minimum of four weekly acupuncture treatments is generally recommended for most women, with the frequency of treatment specific to the severity and presentation of endometriosis-related symptoms. During acute flare-ups, acupuncture may be recommended more regularly to help reduce pain and inflammation.

Once treatments move towards maintenance, ongoing once per month treatments can be beneficial for supporting quality of life throughout the menstrual cycle and hormonal transition phases, including ovulation and menstruation.

Before your consultation

After booking your initial Chinese Medicine consultation, you will be provided with a comprehensive online pre-intake health form, which is completed prior to your appointment. This pre-intake form covers all aspects of your health, including current symptoms, menstrual history, past medical history, surgeries, medications, supplements, and any relevant information related to your endometriosis symptoms. Fraser will review your health form prior to the consultation to gain a broad understanding of your unique needs and to establish the foundation of your endometriosis treatment plan.

Your treatment

During your initial consultation, Fraser will ask additional clarifying questions to gain a deeper understanding of your cycle health. Specific diagnostic techniques such as abdominal palpation, tongue diagnosis, and pulse assessment, may be used to refine your Chinese Medicine diagnosis. Based on the recommendations provided, you will receive acupuncture and/or a herbal formula, and lifestyle/nutritional advice.

At the conclusion of your initial treatment, Fraser will schedule a follow-up consultation and provide instructions if you have been prescribed a herbal formula or supplement. These follow-up appointments are essential for evaluating your progress, and if needed, to make any necessary adjustments to your endometriosis treatment and treatment plan.

Disclaimer – Each individual’s treatment and/or results may vary from patient to patient based upon the circumstances of the patient’s specific situation. A result is not promised and/or guaranteed from the act of receiving a treatment.