In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), menstruation isn’t just a monthly event — it’s a reflection of your body’s inner balance.
Changes in your period, such as irregular timing, painful cramps, or changes in flow, are signs that your qi and blood may not be moving harmoniously.
1. What Irregular Cycles Reveal
A smooth menstrual cycle depends on the proper function of the liver, spleen, and kidneys — three organs closely related to women’s health.
- Liver Qi Stagnation:
Stress or emotional tension can block qi flow, leading to delayed or irregular periods, breast tenderness, and mood swings. - Spleen Qi Deficiency:
A weak spleen may cause light or pale periods, fatigue, and poor appetite, as it struggles to produce enough blood. - Kidney Deficiency:
When kidney energy is low, cycles may become unstable, often with lower back soreness or tiredness.
Each pattern points to a different imbalance — that’s why TCM treatments are personalized, not one-size-fits-all.
2. The TCM Way to Regulate Menstruation
Rather than just adjusting hormones, TCM focuses on restoring balance.
Treatment may include:
- Herbal medicine to nourish and move blood,
- Acupuncture to regulate qi and ease cramps,
- Moxibustion to warm the uterus and dispel cold,
- Lifestyle advice on stress, diet, and sleep to support your natural rhythm.
When qi and blood flow freely, your period returns to its smooth, pain-free cycle.
3. Listen to Your Body
Your menstrual cycle is your body’s way of communicating.
If you often have irregular periods, fatigue, or cramps, it’s a signal that your body needs care and balance.
A TCM consultation with pulse and tongue diagnosis can help uncover the root cause — guiding your body back to harmony and restoring a healthy, natural rhythm.