Middle Path
Acupuncture &
Chinese Herbal
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Pregnancy

Labor & Pregnancy Testimonials

Here in the metro-Boston area, Ms. Bernazani has led the way in the treatment of pregnancy related-conditions with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine since 1998. The results of her work have raised awareness of the safety and effectiveness of the use of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in the treatment of pregnancy-related conditions, both in the public and among childbirth professionals, locally.

During every stage of pregnancy, related conditions can be treated safely, painlessly and effectively, often with acupuncture alone. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are great alternatives to treating and managing many of pregnancy-related conditions that cannot be treated with Western medicine.

Acupuncture has a proven normalizing and stabilizing effect on the body's central nervous system function and the condition of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis. As sterile needles are inserted into different acupuncture points, natural substances are released by the body, allowing for deep relaxation to occur. In this relaxed state, the condition of the CNS and the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis begin to normalize. As this occurs, hormone levels linked with central nervous system function also begin to normalize. Over time, with treatment and individual modifications, this normalized state of the CNS and its associated systems become stabilized.

Treatment with acupuncture keeps the body's internal pathways clear of congestion, allowing for improved circulation overall and in especially in the pelvic region. Pain and structural conditions that often arise during pregnancy can be safely, quickly and very effectively treated with Kiiko-style acupuncture. Additionally, Chinese herbal medicine can be safely used to treat a variety of pregnancy-related conditions including vomiting, fatigue and headaches.

Some General Guidelines

• Treatment once per month is suggested for the healthy mom to promote healthful development.
• Research results and clinical evidence show that the best time to turn a breech position with acupuncture is during weeks 32 - 34. It can also be effective up to week 36. In the following weeks, as the baby grows larger, the results are less successful.
• During weeks 34 - 38, treatment is suggested to prepare a woman for labor. The results of clinical evidence clearly show that women who come for treatment during this time give birth much more closely to their expected due date.
• Labor induction can take anywhere from one to four visits and can include the use of both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. To avoid a potential delay in labor, it is suggested that a woman come for general treatment once a week, during the last 4 weeks of pregnancy.

Conditions Treated

Migraine headaches, Cystitis, Mood swings, Nausea, Vomiting, Fatigue, Rhinitis, Hemorrhoids, Prevention of Miscarriage, Calf cramps, Carpal tunnel, Sciatica, Breech position, Labor induction, Post-partum depression.

Benefits of Treatment with Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine

• Treats pain conditions safely, naturally and very effectively
• Improves natural sleep patterns
• Safe and effective for turning breech position
• Safe and effective for labor induction

Schedule a Consultation

Call 339-221-3132 to make an appointment.

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