PCOS
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can affect cycles, hormone levels, metabolism, and fertility. Acupuncture provides a natural way to regulate cycles, balance hormones, improve insulin sensitivity, and reduce stress.
How We Support PCOS
- Promote ovulation and regulate menstrual cycles
- Reduce testosterone levels and support hormone balance
- Improve digestion and blood sugar regulation
- Calm the nervous system to manage stress and mood
- Support fertility and prepare the body for conception if this is the goal
Appointments and Frequency
Weekly sessions are recommended for 8–12 weeks, with adjustments depending on individual response and needs.
Acupuncture is a supportive therapy that helps your body regulate itself. Here’s what the research suggests:
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Supports ovulation – Regular electroacupuncture can restore ovulation [1]
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Balances hormones – Reduces LH and testosterone, helping with acne and unwanted hair [2, 3]
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Regulates cycles – Improves menstrual regularity and ovarian function [4]
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Reduces inflammation – Particularly in the ovaries [4]
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Improves sleep and mood – By calming the sympathetic nervous system
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Enhances blood flow to the ovaries – Supporting healthy follicle development [5]

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Johansson, J., Redman, L., Veldhuis, J. D., Sazonova, A., & Stener-Victorin, E. (2013). Acupuncture for ovulation induction in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A randomized controlled trial. American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism, 304(9), E934–E943. https://doi.org/10.1152/ajpendo.00010.2013
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Jo, J., Lee, Y. J., Lee, H., & Choi, S. M. (2017). Acupuncture for polycystic ovarian syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine, 96(23), e7066. https://doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000007066
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Yu, J., Zhou, J., & Zhang, Y. (2020). Acupuncture combined with Chinese herbal medicine for infertility in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A meta-analysis. Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 52, 102486. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102486
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Chen, X., Yang, Y., Wang, L., & Zhang, R. (2023). Effectiveness of acupuncture in regulating menstruation and ovarian function in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A systematic review. Journal of Integrative Medicine, 21(2), 99–108. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joim.2023.01.004
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Stener-Victorin, E., Waldenström, U., Andersson, S. A., & Wikland, M. (1996). Reduction of blood flow impedance in the uterine arteries of infertile women with electro-acupuncture. Human Reproduction, 11(6), 1314–1317. https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordjournals.humrep.a019419