Perimenopause & Menopause

Advanced acupuncture and integrative Chinese medicine for perimenopause, menopause and hormonal health.

The changes associated with perimenopause and menopause can affect far more than your menstrual cycle. Disrupted sleep, anxiety, hot flushes, fatigue and brain fog can have a significant impact on how you feel and function each day.

At Elsternwick Acupuncture, we bring over two decades of clinical experience in women’s health to providing comprehensive, individualised menopause care. Our Integrative Doctors of Chinese Medicine combine advanced Chinese medicine with a strong understanding of hormonal health, modern medical science and the complexities of midlife hormonal change.

We look beyond individual symptoms to understand your overall health, identify your priorities and develop a considered treatment plan to support you through perimenopause, menopause and beyond.

Perimenopause & Menopause Concerns

Women seek our care for a range of symptoms and health concerns, including:

    ●    Hot flushes and night sweats

    ●    Disrupted sleep and early waking

    ●    Anxiety, irritability and changes in mood

    ●    Fatigue, brain fog and difficulty concentrating

    ●    Irregular or changing menstrual cycles

    ●    Headaches, muscle and joint discomfort

    ●    Changes in overall wellbeing during midlife

We recognise that every woman’s experience is different, and that symptoms may have multiple contributing factors requiring careful consideration.

Our Approach to Perimenopause & Menopause Care

Comprehensive assessment. Individualised treatment. Integrative care.

Our approach begins with a detailed review of your symptoms, menstrual and medical history, relevant investigations, sleep, lifestyle and any existing treatments.

Drawing on advanced Chinese medicine and contemporary knowledge of women’s hormonal health, we develop a personalised treatment plan that may incorporate acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and targeted nutritional and lifestyle recommendations, where appropriate.

We recognise the important role of conventional menopause care and work alongside GPs and specialists. Our approach can complement menopause hormone therapy (MHT) and form part of a broader care plan for women who cannot take MHT or are exploring non-hormonal options.

Our focus is on helping you better understand your symptoms, navigate your treatment options and take meaningful steps towards improving your health and quality of life.

Menopause deserves the same standard of comprehensive support as every other stage of a woman’s life. At Elsternwick Acupuncture, that is the standard of care we aim to provide.