Shiatsu massage treatment for premenstrual syndrome
Diagnosis of premenstrual syndrome
PMS is a western view of a common gynecological problem. Syndrome means a group of signs and symptoms that typically occur together but for which there is no satisfactory explanation or known cause. However, shiatsu massage and TCM not only recognize this cluster of symptoms as a particular pattern of energy imbalance called liver energy stagnation, but also define an etiology for it, namely emotional stress as well as a treatment based on the meridian theory.
From the point of view of Western medicine, the diagnosis of PMS is problematic. More than 150 symptoms have been isolated, but there is no agreement on these and no definitive tests to confirm the diagnosis. To further complicate the diagnosis, many of the symptoms are psychological. To rule out the possibility that the symptoms are psychological or psychiatric in nature, as well as to rule out the risk of misdiagnosis and mistreatment, the symptoms should be restricted to the second half or luteal phase of the cycle. Since there is no significant difference in hormone levels between women with and without PMS, PMS appears to be due not to a hormonal imbalance but to a reaction to normal hormonal changes during the cycle.
Symptoms
Psychological and behavioral symptoms
- depression and mood swings
- Crying or feeling down
- Fatigue or lethargy
- Tense or restless
- Irritability and aggressiveness
- Poor coordination and clumsiness.
- easily distracted
- Change of interest in sex.
- disturbed sleep patterns
- food cravings
- Emotional lability
physical symptoms
- Bloating and tenderness of breasts and nipples
- Feeling bloated or bloated
- Swollen face, abdomen, or fingers
- winning weight
- Headaches
- changes in appetite
- Skin changes or acne
- Diarrhea, constipation, or swinging between the two
- Pain or stiffness in the joints and muscles
- Aches and pains, particularly back pain
- stomach pain and cramps
- Aggravated migraine, epilepsy, rhinitis, hives, or asthma
As shiatsu massage relieves stress and harmonizes the body and emotions, it treats the energy stagnation of the liver and the gynecological problems that stem from it.
Shiatsu Massage Menopause Treatment
Shiatsu massage can help with unpleasant symptoms related to premature menopause (premature ovarian insufficiency or POF), perimenopause, or menopause. The main pattern of imbalance here is liver-blood-kidney yin deficiency. However, since there are several patterns of imbalance that give rise to menopausal symptoms, you may experience a number of different symptoms, such as hot flashes, sweating, sleep disturbances, increased risk of heart disease and stroke, osteoporosis, thinning of the skin, vaginal dryness, changes in intensity of orgasms and libido, painful intercourse, and having to empty your bladder more often.
Shiatsu massage practice is based on the Eastern medical principle that the mind and body are regulated by energy flowing along a network of meridians. According to this principle, the energy responsible for the functioning of the mind and body flows through these meridians and a person becomes ill once this natural flow of energy is disturbed. If this natural flow is restored, then the body’s natural healing power returns the person to good health.
These interruptions can be due to emotional factors, weather, lifestyle, or other causes, such as stress, the presence of impurities in the environment or in the body, and physical trauma. These disturbances follow well-known patterns and can be corrected during shiatsu massage by applying pressure along the meridians with an emphasis on the relevant pressure points. As there are patterns of imbalance associated with menopause, these patterns can be treated with shiatsu massage which will help relieve menopausal symptoms. Herbal therapy can also be combined with shiatsu massage treatment to enhance its effectiveness.
