schedule your session:
what is it?
Small-group, semi-private acupuncture sessions focusing on menstrual and hormonal health and wellbeing. Offered 4 consecutive weeks this fall at TAOU Studio in Carytown, RVA.
Dates:
— Friday 10/27 | 2:00 - 5:00pm
— Friday, 11/03 | 2:00 - 5:00pm
— Friday, 11/10 | 2:00 - 5:00pm
— Thursday, 11/16 | 2:00 - 5:00pm
who is it for?
The Menstrual Health Series at the Acupuncture Lounge is for people seeking care for physical, mental, and/or emotional pain, dis-ease, and dis-regulation related to their menstrual/hormonal health and wellbeing.
Please note:
If you are a returning client of The Acupuncture Lounge, we ask that you still select “Initial Appointment” when registering for your first session in this series as the intake is tailored toward learning more about your menstrual/hormonal health.
If you are pregnant or currently trying to conceive with IVF/IUI, the Acupuncture Lounge sessions with Elizabeth Fuqua L.Ac. are for you. Please follow this link for booking.
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Pelvic pain/cramping
Lower back pain/cramping
Abdominal discomfort and/or fullness
Irritability and mood swings
Headaches
Anxiety/Depression
Bloating
Water retention
Pelvic heaviness
Constipation or Diarrhea
Pain with urination or bowel movements during a menstrual period
Pain with Intercourse
Trouble sleeping
Tender breasts
Loss of breast fullness
Lumps in breast
Forgetfulness and trouble concentrating
Acne
Food cravings
Nausea
Vomiting
Fatigue or low energy
Weakness
Irregular periods
Missed periods
Very light periods or very heavy periods
Very short or very long periods
Bleeding between periods
Heavy clotting during period
Ovarian cysts on a pelvic ultrasound
History of ruptured ovarian cysts
Excess body hair, including the chest, stomach, and back
Weight gain, especially around the waist
Male-pattern baldness, thinning hair, or hair loss
Hot flashes
Night sweats
Dry skin
Vaginal dryness
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Primary or Secondary Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods)
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Uterine Fibroids
Endometriosis
Amenorrhea (Absent Periods)
Menorrhagia (Heavy and/or Prolonged Periods)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Perimenopause
Menopause
meet your acupuncturist
Kelly Sherman L.Ac., CHN graduated with her Masters of Acupuncture from The National University of Natural Medicine in 2016 while concurrently completing a Holistic Nutrition certification focusing on Eastern dietetics from the Wellspring School of Healing Arts - both in Portland, OR. She is continuously engaged in both theoretical and practical Classical Chinese Medicine continuing education and related esoteric studies.
If you have any question of whether or not the Menstrual Health Series is for you, please email Kelly at Kelly@waxandwanewellness.com.
frequently asked questions
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Small-group acupuncture means you will be treated the same room 3-4 other individuals. Providing treatments in this setting allows us keep prices low while providing a similar high-quality, restful experience to that of private acupuncture.
All treatments are performed on massage tables with optional heating elements for the back and feet. Treatments are face-up only, meaning in most cases needles will not be able to access your back.
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Treatments are customized based on the needs of the individual. Our acupuncturist will review your health history prior to your first appointment, and ask clarifying follow up questions when you arrive for your treatment.
In return appointments, you will have a brief check-in with the acupuncturist to track progress and discuss any new issues.Once you have arrived and checked in, you will be guided to one of four tables in the studio which have the option to be heated for optimal comfort. When the session begins, hair-thin needles are placed in the arms, legs, face, head, and abdomen depending on the condition being treated.
The needles are then left to rest for 30-35 minutes, during which time many people experience a deep feeling of relaxation or even take a short nap. When the needles are removed, you are encouraged to get up slowly and are then free to go about your day.
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We recommend wearing loose-fitting, comfortable clothing to your appointment. The acupuncturist will typically place needles from the knees down and elbows down, so it is preferable that the clothing can be pulled up past the knees and elbows.
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Our current location is in TAOU Studio which is located on the second floor of a building that does not have an elevator. If you are unable to safely navigate stairs and would still like to receive treatment, please contact us and we will arrange for an accommodation.
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At this time, we are unable to treat minors under the age of 18. Acupuncture is generally considered safe for most people, however, we recommend speaking with your primary care physician if you have any questions as to whether or not you should receive acupuncture.
If you are pregnant or currently trying to conceive with IVF/IUI, the Acupuncture Lounge sessions with Elizabeth Fuqua L.Ac. are for you. Please follow this link for booking.