4 Reasons To Try Acupuncture

While acupuncture isn’t traditionally included in the treatment program for endometriosis, many people find it helpful for alleviating their symptoms. Some people even report getting relief when their medications didn’t make a difference. If you haven’t thought about trying acupuncture for your endometriosis, here are a few reasons to consider it.  Why You Should Try Acupuncture 1. It Can Reduce Your Pain It’s estimated that acupuncture increases the release of endorphins in the body. It can also affect your dopamine and serotonin levels. When study participants were asked to rate their pain level after undergoing acupuncture, many of them ranked their pain as being much less. They also said it improved their ability to carry out daily tasks.  2. It Can Reduce Inflammation Studies show that people with endometriosis have more inflammation in their bodies. This inflammation can be measured via their serum CA-125 levels. According to a recent study, though, people who did acupuncture regularly had lower levels of serum CA-125. Reduced inflammation can lead to less pain and a lower risk of developing conditions like heart disease that are associated with chronic inflammation.  3. It Can Reduce Your Estrogen Levels One characteristic of endometriosis is that you can...