Women’s Health
There are many health concerns that a woman might face in her lifetime.
- During adolescence, there can be concerns relating to acne, weight changes, contraception, and menstrual abnormalities.
- During the reproductive age, there can be concerns like endometriosis or ovulation dysfunction, as well as issues related to pregnancy, labor, post-labor, and breastfeeding.
- During midlife, a woman can become concerned about menopause and aging issues like hot flashes and osteoporosis.
Any of these can be debilitating or strongly reduce a woman’s life quality. It’s important to have health care professionals, like the practitioners at Chinese Medicine Lady, who are not only experienced in woman’s health issues but also strong advocates for youthfulness, beauty and vitality.
Our Holistic Approach to Women’s Health
When it comes to top concerns regarding a woman’s health, many people think breast cancer is the number one killer but this is far from the truth.
Heart disease and stroke are actually the number one health risk for women. Fortunately for many, having a balanced and healthy lifestyle can help reduce some of these concerns and this is the primary work we do at Chinese Medicine Lady.
The problem with cardiovascular disease (CVD) is that women are more likely than men to be under-diagnosed and under-managed.
Risk factors for CVD include high cholesterol and triglycerides, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, diabetes, being overweight or obese, lack of physical activity, drinking alcohol, having metabolic syndrome, and sleep apnea.
When it does come to cancer, the ten most common cancers in American women are:
- breast cancer
- lung cancer
- colon and rectal cancers
- endometrial cancer
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
- melanoma (skin cancer)
- ovarian cancer
- thyroid cancer
- pancreatic cancer, and
- leukemia.
Age is the most common risk factor for cancer. About 77% of all cancers occur in people who are 55 years old or older. Therefore a woman will need regular checkups to detect early signs of cancer as a woman ages.
Type 2 diabetes is on the rise mainly due to poor dietary habits.
About 9.2 million women in the United States have diabetes. With a good lifestyle, better eating habits, and reduced stress, a woman can live a long and healthy life with diabetes. Chinese medicine can be very helpful in managing, if not completely reversing, the disease.
Other problems that may arise include autoimmune diseases, blood disorders, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, pregnancy, breastfeeding, mental health, domestic violence, urological and kidney health, digestive health, respiratory health, oral health, and skin and hair health.
At Chinese Medicine Lady we help our patients with a comprehensive program of safe, natural and effective therapies including acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional therapy, mind body exercise, and others.
At the same time, we provide clear and up-to-date guidance in lifestyle, exercise, and stress management. We make recommendations to accommodate your individual needs, aiming to ease symptoms, improve quality of life, and protect against degenerative disease.
Our Customized Therapies for Women’s Health
Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatment is used in a variety of women’s health concerns. It can be used to ease hot flashes, boost sex drive, improve vaginal tone, and reduce menstrual discomfort and pains. Acupuncture treatments help to stimulate the body to heal naturally on its own. Acupuncture is a safe, effective therapy with little to no side effects.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese Herbal medicine is usually customized to fit a woman’s unique condition and needs. It not only can be used to ease hot flashes and other signs and symptoms of menopause, but also to boost sex drive, improve vaginal tone and dryness, relieve PMS, and help prevent urinary incontinence. These natural herbs are customized for each and every patient.
Learn more about Chinese herbal medicine.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is an effective therapy for a variety of women’s health concerns. PMS, PCOS, Endometriosis, Fibroids, and Infertility are some of the common female health issues moxibustion is effective in treating. It is also effective in treating peri-menopausal and post-menopausal conditions.
Nutritional Consultations
Each and every patient receives nutritional guidance that is tailored to their condition. We provide a dedicated nutritional consultation and custom eating plan that can be easily followed throughout the week.
Mind Body Exercise
Tai chi and qi gong are low-impact exercises that can be tailored to address many different conditions. They can be made quite vigorous to address weight conditions or a weakened circulation. As well, the circular movements inherent to these forms of exercise have been studied for their ability to stave off arthritis and other pain conditions like fibromyalgia. Learn more about tai chi and chi gong.
CONSULTATION
Call to make an appointment for a Consultation and let us help you set up a program for you to be proactive in maintaining your health the CHINESE MEDICINE WAY! (818) 280-9133
“I am a true believer that some people come into your life at the right time. Lydia, Stephanie & Bruce are heaven sent. Very knowledgeable, caring, and skilled in the sacred healing of Chinese Herbs and medicine. I could not have prayed for a better practitioner here in Los Angeles (and even better The Valley). . .”
“The way she took care of me is one of a kind, Lydia is a gifted healer. I left her clinic feeling stronger and pain-free. The following morning, I honestly don’t have the pelvic pain and discomfort anymore. I was able to move without cringing or grimacing. I cannot thank Linda and Bruce for their remarkable service! . . .”