Acupuncture for pelvic pain

Acupuncture is a safe form of pain management that traces its origins to techniques developed in China many centuries ago. Small pain free needles are inserted into specific points along special areas of the body called meridians. These areas are important for stimulating the body's natural pain-killing mechanisms.

Research shows that acupuncture increases the amount of beta-endorphins flowing through the body. The improved energy flow and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture stimulates the body's natural healing abilities and enhances physical and emotional well-being.

Newer studies have shown that acupuncture can also be helpful in the treatment of pelvic pain during pregnancy (pubic symphysis or pelvic girdle pain). The studies concluded that acupuncture used as an adjunct to standard treatment can offer a clinical advantage over standard treatment alone for the reduction of pain.

Suzanna J Blach BSc (Hons), LicAc, MBAcC is a leading specialist Acupuncturist at Optimum Fertility in Manchester and Cheshire offering integrated health care programmes for gynaecology, fertility, IVF and pregnancy.