Acupuncture & Eastern Medicine for Menstrual Irregularities in Yarmouth, ME
Effective, whole-person support for painful, irregular, and hormonally imbalanced cycles.
If your period is painful, unpredictable, unusually heavy, or comes with symptoms that disrupt your daily life, you’re not alone. Many people search for answers when cycles feel off—whether that looks like painful periods, skipped cycles, PMS, or conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, or fibroids. At River’s Edge Acupuncture, we offer patient-centered acupuncture and Traditional Eastern Medicine to support cycle regularity, reduce pain, and help your body find a more stable rhythm.
How acupuncture and Chinese medicine support menstrual irregularities
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views the menstrual cycle as a vital sign of overall health, reflecting the balance of hormones, circulation, digestion, stress, and nervous system function. Rather than suppressing symptoms, acupuncture works to support the systems that regulate the cycle.
Acupuncture is commonly used to help with:
Painful periods (cramps)
Irregular cycles (early, late, or unpredictable periods)
Heavy or prolonged bleeding
Absent or infrequent periods (amenorrhea)
PMS or PMDD symptoms (mood changes, bloating, headaches, breast tenderness)
PCOS-related cycle irregularities
Endometriosis-related pain and inflammation
Fibroids, particularly when associated with heavy bleeding or discomfort
From a physiological perspective, acupuncture may help by:
Regulating the nervous system and stress response
Improving pelvic and uterine blood flow
Supporting communication between the brain and ovaries
Reducing inflammation and pain signaling
Supporting digestive and metabolic function
Care is tailored to where you are in your cycle and adjusted over time as patterns begin to shift.
What to expect at River’s Edge Acupuncture
At River’s Edge, menstrual care is thoughtful, unrushed, and individualized. Your initial visits are 90 minutes, allowing time to understand your full cycle history—not just your symptoms. Follow up sessions are 60-75 minutes which provides ample time for treatment and discussion of concerns, lifestyle & diet modifications and filling of custom herbal remedies.
Care may include:
Acupuncture treatments timed to your menstrual cycle
Gentle abdominal and channel palpation
Custom herbal medicine formulations
Nutrition and lifestyle guidance to support hormonal balance
Ongoing reassessment as your cycle changes
Education on the use of FAM (Fertility Awareness Method)
Some patients notice changes within the first one to three cycles, while others—especially with long-standing or complex conditions—benefit from a longer course of care. Progress often looks like less pain, more predictable timing, improved mood, and better energy throughout the month.
We’ll talk openly about what’s realistic for your body and create a plan that feels supportive, not overwhelming.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Many people seek acupuncture to reduce cramping and pelvic pain. Treatments often focus on improving circulation, calming the nervous system, and reducing pain signaling.
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Some people notice symptom relief within one cycle, while others see gradual changes over two to three cycles. Cycle regulation tends to be a cumulative process.
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Acupuncture is commonly used as supportive care for PCOS and endometriosis to help manage pain, cycle irregularity, and hormone-related symptoms. Care works alongside medical management when needed.
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Acupuncture may be helpful for managing symptoms associated with fibroids, such as heavy bleeding or pelvic discomfort. Treatment focuses on circulation, inflammation, and overall cycle support.
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Sometimes. Depending on your goals, treatments may be timed to certain phases of your cycle, though many people begin care at any point.
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Frequency depends on your symptoms and goals. Many people start with weekly or biweekly visits for several cycles, then adjust as improvements stabilize.
Take the Next Step
Schedule a Complimentary Discovery Call
Book here to ask more questions and meet your provider. This appointment is 30 minutes and offered via telehealth, but can be done in-person if desired.
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Book Your First Visit
Book here for your initial appointment. This visit is 90 minutes and includes an in-depth intake with a full treatment and plan for moving forward.
Serving Yarmouth, Greater Portland and the mid-coast Maine community
River’s Edge Acupuncture is located in Yarmouth, Maine, and serves patients from Brunswick, Freeport, Falmouth, Portland, and across the mid-coast and Southern Maine region.