Some girls will experience dysmenorrhea during menstruation, and dysmenorrhea makes many girls feel particularly uncomfortable. Girls with dysmenorrhea need to master some methods to relieve dysmenorrhea, so as to reduce physical discomfort. There are many ways to treat girls’ menstrual dysmenorrhea. Acupuncture is a traditional method of treating dysmenorrhea. Girls who have dysmenorrhea can try it.

1. Acupuncture treatment of dysmenorrhea

The occurrence of dysmenorrhea is closely related to the cyclic physiological changes of the Chong and Ren meridians and the uterus, and is also related to the liver and kidneys. If the Qi and blood of the Ren and Ren meridians are not harmonious before and after menstruation, and the veins are blocked, the Qi and blood in the uterus will not flow smoothly, causing "blockage and pain"; In addition, emotional imbalance, liver qi stagnation, and blood flow obstruction; cold and damp evils lodge in the uterus, causing qi and blood to flow sluggishly; weak qi and blood, and liver and kidney insufficiency can block the channels in the cells and cause dysmenorrhea due to lack of nourishment in the uterus.

Basic treatment

Acupoint selection: Mainly acupoints on the Ren meridian and Foot-Taiyin meridian. The main points can be Guanyuan, Zhongji, Sanyinjiao, Diji, and Shiqizhui. If the menstrual color is purplish red or contains blood clots, and the pain is relieved after the blood clots are removed, or if the swelling and pain are obvious, add Taichong; if there is abdominal pain and refuse to press, the pain is relieved after heat stimulation, and if the menstrual blood volume is small, add Taichong; if there is both abdominal pain and continuous abdominal pain, If you like rubbing and pressing, if the amount is small, listlessness, and fatigue, add Shenshu, Taixi, and Pishu.

Operation: For acupuncture at Guanyuan, it is advisable to use continuous twisting techniques to conduct the needle sensation downward; for patients with cold coagulation and blood stasis, apply moxibustion to acupuncture points on the lower abdomen after acupuncture. Treatment is performed 1 to 2 times a day during the attack period, once every other day during the intermittent period, and treatment begins 3 days before menstruation.

Acupuncture: For cases of cold-damp stagnation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, warm the meridians, dissipate cold, remove blood stasis and relieve pain, acupuncture and moxibustion are used together with purgative method; for patients with insufficient qi and blood, acupuncture and moxibustion are used together to replenish qi and nourish blood, regulate Chong and Ren. , complement method.

Note: Guanyuan belongs to the Ren meridian, which leads to the uterus and intersects with the three Yin meridians of the foot. Acupuncture promotes qi and blood circulation, removes blood stasis and relieves pain. Moxibustion warms the meridians and dispels cold, and regulates and nourishes Chong Ren; It can regulate the Qi of Chong and Ren; Sanyinjiao is the intersection point of the three Yin meridians of the foot, which regulates the spleen, liver, and kidneys; the ground root is the Qie point on the spleen meridian of Foot Taiyin, which runs through the lower abdomen. The Qie point can treat blood syndrome and can It regulates blood, regulates menstruation and relieves pain; the second and seventeenth vertebrae are empirically effective points for treating dysmenorrhea.

Empirical Prescription

Acupuncture at Yin points is also effective in treating dysmenorrhea. The time to use this method is 2 days before menstruation or 2 days before the onset of dysmenorrhea. The depth of acupuncture is 1 to 1.5 minutes. The needles are inserted 1 to 2 times a day. The needles are left in for 30 minutes each time. The acupuncture is performed every 5 minutes. The number of acupuncture treatments is until menstruation is pain-free. The acupuncture technique is mainly twisting, and the lifting and insertion should be gentle. For cold patients, add moxa sticks and moxibustion, and press the holes when removing the needle. If the patient has excessive heat, do not use moxibustion. When removing the needle, make the needle hole larger to allow a little bleeding.

Note: Zhiyin point has the functions of unblocking the meridians, regulating the lower Jiao, and adjusting the uterus. It is a special point for treating uterine diseases in women. The effect of acupuncture and moxibustion on dysmenorrhea is satisfactory, safe and reliable.

Acupuncture has a significant effect on primary dysmenorrhea. Treatment should start 3 to 5 days before menstruation and last until the end of menstruation. Continuous treatment for 2 to 3 menstrual cycles. Generally, it can be basically cured. For secondary dysmenorrhea, after acupuncture therapy is used to relieve symptoms, the primary lesion should be diagnosed in time and corresponding treatment should be given. During menstruation, mental stimulation and overexertion should be avoided, and cold or cold food should be avoided.

2. Methods to relieve dysmenorrhea

1. Avoid sweet and spicy foods and eat a light diet:

Dysmenorrhea is generally a normal phenomenon and will disappear suddenly after menstruation. Even though it seems that the relationship between dysmenorrhea and diet is subtle, the first choice is to eat light and avoid spicy food during menstruation. Diet control is very simple, just eat more fruits and vegetables.

2. Vitamin tablets:

If you have dysmenorrhea during menstruation, you can take an appropriate amount of vitamin tablets. The first choice is calcium-containing, low-dose vitamins. From another perspective, it is also possible to consume some vitamin-rich foods

3. Avoid coffee:

Caffeine has a refreshing effect, but during menstruation, especially when it is accompanied by dysmenorrhea. Never drink coffee, and it’s best to avoid milk tea and the like. This is done to avoid excessive secretion of estrogen in the body and reduce the hidden dangers of gynecological diseases.

4. Avoid cold water:

Do not touch cold water during menstrual cramps, not to mention cold air conditioners and the like. In the same way, don't eat raw or cold food.

5. Rest properly:

Rest more during dysmenorrhea. During the rest period, be sure to keep your body warm and avoid catching cold.

In the future, you can do heat exercises appropriately a few days before menstruation to reduce the chance of dysmenorrhea

6. Abdominal hot water bottle:

You can place a hot water bottle on the abdomen and use a blanket or the like. Cover with something light and thin to keep the belly warm

7. Painkillers:

If the pain is too much, even the gods can’t save you, so you can only ask a doctor to get some. Specialized painkillers usually provide significant relief within half an hour.