Does moxibustion work for polycystic ovary?

Polycystic ovary is a common gynecological disease in women, mainly caused by endocrine disorders and metabolic abnormalities. Ovarian cysts can cause endocrine disorders, amenorrhea, vaginal dryness and other symptoms. To treat polycystic ovary, we must start from the root, promote blood circulation and dissipate cold. Only by expelling the cold in the body and allowing the circulation of qi and blood can we better improve the physical condition. So is moxibustion useful for the treatment of polycystic ovary?

Can polycystic ovary syndrome be treated with moxibustion?

Polycystic ovary is actually the result of qi stagnation and blood stasis. Moxibustion has the effects of dredging meridians, activating qi and blood circulation, and dispelling cold, which can restore the circulation of qi and blood in some parts of the body. Combined with some other auxiliary methods such as diet therapy and exercise, it has a very good effect on polycystic ovary syndrome.

How to use moxibustion for polycystic ovary syndrome

Acupoints for moxibustion of polycystic ovary syndrome: Dazhui, Mingmen, Shenshu, Zhongwan, Shenque, Guanyuan, Zusanli, Sanyinjiao, Taixi, and Fuliu. Moxibustion method:

Since moxibustion for polycystic ovary requires long-term persistence, for convenience reasons, mild moxibustion is not recommended and the use of a moxibustion box is recommended.

The waist, abdomen and Dazhui acupoint are mainly treated with a six-needle moxibustion box, which has high firepower and covers a large area. For other parts, you can use a single-eye moxibustion box or moxibustion cup. Moxibustion time

It is generally recommended to moxibustion each acupoint for about 15-30 minutes. When you start moxibustion on each acupoint, you should do 2-3 courses of treatment continuously. If the symptoms improve, you can do moxibustion every other day or every few days.

What should I pay attention to when using moxibustion for polycystic ovary syndrome?

(1) Generally, people who are fasting, overfull, extremely tired, or afraid of moxibustion should not undergo moxibustion.

(2) For patients with weak constitutions and frequent illnesses, the amount of moxibustion should not be too large to avoid dizziness.

Keep warm

When using a moxibustion box for moxibustion, you should also pay attention to keeping warm. In winter, it is best to do moxibustion in an air-conditioned room or cover yourself with a quilt to avoid catching a cold. If you are doing moxibustion while covered with a quilt, be careful not to catch fire.

3. Drink water in time

You will feel very thirsty during moxibustion, so you should drink enough water before and after moxibustion, preferably warm water. Patients with polycystic ovary should try to drink less sweet drinks.

Moxibustion combined with diet therapy and exercise has better effects

While doing moxibustion, combining diet therapy and exercise will have a better effect on polycystic ovary syndrome.

Diet therapy

Eat a diversified diet to maintain nutritional balance and avoid overnutrition. High-sugar and high-calorie foods should not be consumed in excess, because excessive calorie intake exceeding consumption will cause fat accumulation in the body and lead to obesity, which in turn will aggravate the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.

It is recommended to choose more foods with a low glycemic index, eat foods high in high-quality protein, and pay attention to the supplementation of high-fiber and high-vitamin foods. It is especially recommended that patients with polycystic ovary syndrome drink soy milk, which can increase estrogen and help balance hormone levels.

sports

Patients with polycystic ovary syndrome are usually obese, and obesity will aggravate the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome, so proper exercise and weight loss are very necessary. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome need to exercise actively and lose weight scientifically. This will not only enhance their physical fitness, but also improve sugar metabolism and reduce insulin resistance. The indirect benefit is to reduce the level and effect of androgen and improve endocrine.

It is recommended that patients with polycystic ovary syndrome choose some simple and easy-to-do exercises that are easy to stick to, such as skipping rope, jogging, cycling, swimming, etc.