Acupuncture

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Hi all

I'm just wondering about acupuncture and its benefits for POP.

Firstly, do you see an acupuncturist who specialises in women's issues? Do the acupuncturists tend to know what proplapse is?

Secondly, are you getting acupuncture specifically for POP or for other related issues (eg. inflammation, female cycles, etc)?

Thirdly, does the acupuncturist always prescribe Chinese herbs as accompanying remedy?

I saw a therapist who is trained in chirpractory, acupuncture and kinesiologist. Firstly he was male and not Chinese, but he wasn't really up on prolapse at all and while I received some acupuncture for inflammation and irregular cycles, he did not seem to specifically give me treatment for POP. I have noticed some improvement from the treatment and herbs I've received but I'm wondering whether to seek another acupuncturist who is more familiar with this issue.

Problem is, I'm not sure how to find such a practitioner and that's a reason for all the questions!

Cheers
fc12

Where do you live? I am in brisbane, Australia. We have a natural therapies website that has a lot of recognized and registered therapists listed. Do you have something similar where you are? You could call any natural therapy or Chinese medicine colleges in your area and they may be able to recommend therapsists. Just a thought...!
Good luck

For your replies. Your info on the other thread was really helpful. I'm in Melbourne! Having recently moved from Sydney. So, very close indeed. I will check in with the natural health colleges down here. I'm very familiar with them in Sydney but unsure which ones are good in Melbourne. Once I've worked that out, I'll see if they refer you to particular practitioners. Other than that, I'll try and do some research into acupuncturists who might specialise in women's health. I'm definitely thinking a female practitioner would help although I've heard that Asian women rarely experience prolapse, likewise African women. Interesting.....

I'll definitely keep persevering with the acupuncture avenue as the acupuncture I've had in the past for other things has worked very, very well.

Cheers
fc12

I started seeing a male natural Dr. a few mos. ago, specifically for pop. He works with mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional issues. I'm being patient. This guy is thorough, and I have a good feeling with him. Of course, I must do my part with herbs, etc., which sometimes I'm not so great at. I keep on keepin' on. I would recommend him to you if you were in San Diego. Good luck. Dreamer8

Yes you're right, asian women rarely experience POP but that is usually as rest of their lifesyle and the way they treat their bodies as opposed to us westerners... but they will know about it and they will treat it effectively and convincingly. I've had relief after just 3 weeks now and while I'm not sure exactly how it could have worked so fast, I have to say it must be dong something, if only neurologically. I think a male therapist would be okay. I am seeing a male osteo who has done a lot of research on POP etc and he is very helpful in understanding the body and how it can be fixed....he has a great understanding and appreciation of our pelvic organs.
Anyway, no matter what yo decide, male or female, Chinese or western...if they have a thorough understanding of POP and perhaps Chinese medicine background/education you will feel confident and comfortable when firing your questions.
Good luck in finding someone. :)