Does cupping help with dysmenorrhea?

Yes, dry cupping on lower back relieves blood stasis-type pain.

Does moxibustion help women's health?

Yes, especially excellent for cold-uterus, infertility, and menopause symptoms.

Is physical therapy combined for postpartum care?

Yes, hot packs, low-frequency therapy, and pelvic correction therapy are combined.

I hear you do herbal steam sitz treatment — what is it?

It is a method of applying steam from boiled herbal medicine to the lower abdomen and perineal area. We limit the temperature and the time.

Is it true that a cold lower abdomen makes pregnancy difficult?

The feeling of being 'cold' does not explain a cause. However, we look at the other conditions of those who have that feeling.

Is it all right to have moxibustion during a period?

If the volume is not heavy it is possible. On heavy days we adjust the site and intensity.

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Cupping & Physical Therapy

Yes. Cupping on the lower abdomen and lumbar area improves pelvic circulation and eases spasm of the uterine muscle, which is effective in reducing menstrual pain.

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