Around 30-40% of women experience Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) [1], causing mood swings, bloating, cramps, fatigue, and headaches that disrupt daily life.
Research shows that acupuncture [2], Chinese herbal medicine [3][4], and dietary guidance in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can make a real difference for women dealing with PMS.
TCM offers a safe, natural, and personalised approach to balance hormones, improve circulation, and support liver and spleen health, helping the body find its rhythm and bringing comfort, stability, and control.
Blocked liver qi disrupts energy flow, causing irritability, mood swings, bloating, and breast tenderness.
Prolonged qi stagnation leads to blood stasis, resulting in sharp abdominal pain and menstrual clots.
Weak kidney qi disrupts hormonal balance, causing fatigue, lower back pain, and irregular periods.
Weak spleen qi causes fluid retention, bloating, digestive issues, and fatigue, worsening PMS symptoms.
Excess dampness and phlegm cause bloating, heaviness, and lethargy, often related to spleen weakness.
Excess heat causes irritability, headaches, acne, and thirst, often from emotional or dietary factors.
A trusted TCM clinic in Singapore, we specialise in women’s fertility and reproductive health, offering personalised care.
Our treatments are grounded in evidence-based research, ensuring both effective and safe care for every patient.
Our team includes esteemed instructors from top TCM hospitals, bringing extensive expertise to each session.
All our practitioners are TCMPB-registered, providing regulated and reliable care with the highest standards of safety.
We bring together ancient TCM practices and modern advancements to offer effective treatments for menstrual cramps, ensuring your body heals naturally and comfortably.
By precisely inserting fine needles, acupuncture regulates Qi and Blood flow in the liver, spleen, and Ren meridians, supporting menstrual health. Key acupoints like SP6 (Sanyinjiao – inner calf), LR3 (Tai Chong – top of the foot), and RN4 (Guanyuan – lower abdomen) [5] are commonly used to treat PMS, helping to alleviate menstrual cramps and regulate cycles for enhanced wellness
Mild electrical pulses enhance acupuncture’s effects, particularly for pain, depression, and anxiety. They improve circulation, relieve cramping and discomfort, and accelerate the overall treatment process.
For those sensitive to needles, our painless acupuncture gun delivers gentle yet effective treatment, relieving PMS with minimal discomfort.
Stimulating targeted ear points with Cowherb Seed sends signals to the brain, releasing endorphins and neurotransmitters to ease PMS, provide pain relief, enhance relaxation, and promote natural healing for balanced well-being [7].
PMS often arises from liver and spleen(digestive) system imbalances, along with Qi and blood stagnation. Key herbs for PMS like Cyperus rotundus (Xiang Fu) and Leonurus heterophyllus (Yi Mu Cao) [8] help restore balance and promote smooth Qi flow. At Lao Niang TCM, we offer HSA-approved, powdered herbal formulas from Taiwan, ensuring both safety and ease for our clients.
Our TCM physicians customise herbal formulas for clients to brew as soups or teas, tailored to each woman’s unique needs. We use high-quality Taiwanese herbs, rich in active ingredients and rigorously tested for heavy metals, pesticides, preservatives, and sulphur—ensuring safety and effectiveness.
While Western medicine often addresses PMS by targeting symptoms (e.g., painkillers, hormonal treatments), TCM focuses on treating the root cause, such as Qi stagnation or Blood deficiency. It aims to restore balance in the body through acupuncture, herbal remedies, and lifestyle changes.
Acupuncture helps regulate Qi and Blood flow, easing cramps, reducing mood swings, and promoting hormonal balance. Many women experience reduced PMS symptoms such as bloating, irritability, and pain after a few sessions, although results vary.
Yes, TCM treatments for PMS often support reproductive health by balancing hormones, regulating menstrual cycles, and improving overall wellness. Herbs and acupuncture target the underlying imbalances that affect both PMS and fertility.
Results vary depending on the individual, but many women experience relief within 3-5 sessions. Long-term benefits often occur after consistent treatments, as TCM works to address the root causes of PMS over time.
Yes, TCM herbs are generally safe for long-term use when prescribed by a licensed practitioner. At Lao Niang TCM, all herbs are HSA-approved, rigorously tested for heavy metals and pesticides, and free from harmful additives like sulfur or preservatives.
TCM treatments are generally gentle and safe. Acupuncture may cause slight bruising or mild soreness, while herbal treatments are well-tolerated when prescribed by licensed practitioners. Our herbs are tested for safety and purity to avoid adverse reactions.
Traditional acupuncture is minimally painful, using fine needles. For those with low pain tolerance, Lao Niang TCM offers painless acupuncture using an acupuncture gun, which provides effective treatment with minimal discomfort.
