Perimenpause can last up to eight years. It is when your ovarian function is changed by age, leading to uneven fluctuations in oestrogen. There are dozens of symptoms of the fluctuating hormones associated with perimenopause, from mild niggles that you may not even realise are related, to full-on hot flushes, uncontrollable mood swings, rage, insomnia, weight gain and low libido.
Perimenopause reflexology works by regulating the hormones and glandular functions of the body. It can help to ease and stabilise both physical systems and emotional dysregulation. By working on the endocrine system, specifically the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, it can help to restore balance to the hormonal system.
This in turn can alleviate perimenopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, as well as anxiety. By calming the central nervous system, sleep disturbances, anxiety and stress levels can also be reduced.
While menopausal symptoms may continue for a prolonged period, reducing the impact of stress will help to manage the associated symptoms, allowing you to live life feeling more in control of your changing body.
Reflexology is gentle and non-intrusive, and can be used safely as a complement to Hormone Replacement Therapy, supplements, and other alternative remedies.
