{"id":8669,"date":"2018-03-27T12:23:09","date_gmt":"2018-03-27T16:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/physiotherapieuniverselle.com\/en\/?p=8669"},"modified":"2019-01-14T15:09:26","modified_gmt":"2019-01-14T20:09:26","slug":"menopause-benefits-acupuncture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/physiotherapieuniverselle.com\/en\/blogue\/menopause-benefits-acupuncture","title":{"rendered":"Menopause: the benefits of acupuncture"},"content":{"rendered":"

Menopause is a period of significant change for women\u2019s bodies. A forced passage into the fifties, menopause can last between two to five years, and up to ten years in some cases. This life stage can generate its share of discomfort and upheaval, both physical as well as psychological.\u00a0Acupuncture treatments can\u00a0help ease\u00a0menopause symptoms.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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What are the symptoms of menopause?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

In North America, the average age for menopause onset is 51 years<\/strong>. Pre-menopause is the period when menstrual cycles begin to shorten and become more irregular. On average, this occurs between 39 and 51 years of age.<\/p>\n

The main clinical symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disorders, fatigue, weight gain, migraines, bloating, vaginal dryness, and mood changes, with symptom intensity varying significantly from person to person. Between 20% and 30% of Canadian women will experience moderate to severe symptoms.<\/p>\n

In some cases, these symptoms may pose real problems. Getting through the work day can become a major challenge when hot flashes, accompanied by abundant perspiration, occur every twenty minutes. They can make women wake up during the night and even require them to change their sleep clothes.<\/p>\n

That said, it is worth remembering that this stage in women\u2019s lives is temporary<\/strong>, and there are a variety of ways to support and help you.<\/p>\n

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Menopause: solutions to improve quality of life<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s possible to get through menopause without too much inconvenience by making a few minor changes to lifestyle habits:<\/p>\n