Perimenopause & Menopause

Personalized, Evidence-Informed Care Through Every Stage of Midlife

Menopause is a natural transition, but uncomfortable symptoms can affect daily comfort, sleep, work, relationships, and overall well-being. Hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, fatigue, and brain fog are common during perimenopause and menopause.

At Spring Oriental Medicine, we provide personalized acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for patients in Chicago, Park Ridge, and surrounding communities. Our goal is to help manage menopausal symptoms, support healthy aging, and complement your medical care.

Understanding Menopause

Menopause is diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. The transition leading up to menopause, known as perimenopause, may bring changing hormone levels and a variety of symptoms.

Because every woman's experience is different, we tailor treatment to your symptoms, overall health, lifestyle, and treatment goals.

Common Symptoms

  • Hot flashes and night sweats
  • Poor sleep
  • Mood changes or irritability
  • Fatigue
  • Joint or muscle aches
  • Difficulty concentrating or “brain fog”
  • Vaginal dryness

Our Personalized Approach

Acupuncture may help reduce hot flashes and night sweats, improve sleep, promote relaxation, relieve joint and muscle discomfort, and support overall well-being.

Your first visit includes a comprehensive consultation and Traditional Chinese Medicine assessment. Depending on your needs, treatment may include acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and lifestyle recommendations.

Learn more about Women’s Health Acupuncture →

Chinese Herbal Medicine for Menopause

Chinese herbal medicine may be considered as part of an individualized approach to menopausal symptoms. Herbal formulas are selected based on your symptoms, overall health, medications, and individual TCM pattern.

What the Research Suggests

Research suggests that acupuncture may help reduce the frequency and severity of hot flashes, improve sleep quality, and enhance quality of life for some women during menopause. It may be used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan alongside conventional medical care.

Learn more on our Research & Evidence page →

Why Choose Spring Oriental Medicine?

Dr. Ali Zhang combines the perspectives of a physician (MD), licensed acupuncturist (L.Ac., DAOM), and biomedical researcher, with fellowship training in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), to provide individualized, evidence-informed care.

With training in both conventional medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, we provide compassionate care tailored to each patient's needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can acupuncture help with hot flashes?

Acupuncture may help reduce the frequency or severity of hot flashes for some women. Treatment is individualized based on your symptoms and overall health.

Can I receive acupuncture while taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

Yes. Acupuncture is intended to complement—not replace—your medical treatment. Continue following your healthcare provider's recommendations regarding HRT and other prescribed treatments.

How many treatments will I need?

The number of treatments depends on your symptoms, overall health, and treatment goals. Your treatment plan will be adjusted based on your progress.

Take the First Step Toward Feeling Like Yourself Again

If menopause symptoms are affecting your quality of life, we're here to help.

Schedule an Appointment to discuss your personalized treatment plan.

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