Period pain
Cramps that make it hard to work, study or sleep are one of the most common reasons women come to Jelly. Sessions often combine acupuncture or moxibustion with advice on warmth, food and rest around your cycle.
What research says: Studies on acupuncture for period pain are mixed and mostly small, so results vary from person to person.
See a doctor first: See a doctor if the pain is new or getting worse, you bleed very heavily, bleed between periods, or have pain with fever. These can point to endometriosis, fibroids or infection.
Irregular periods and PMS
Late or unpredictable cycles, bloating, mood swings and breast tenderness before a period. Jelly looks at your whole pattern (sleep, stress, digestion, warmth) as well as the cycle itself.
What research says: Evidence for TCM here is limited. Many women pair it with changes to food, sleep and daily routine.
See a doctor first: See a doctor if you've missed three or more periods, could be pregnant, or have sudden weight change, excess hair growth or acne.
PMOS (previously known as PCOS)
Treatments available include acupuncture, moxibustion and personalised herbal tea, with advice on food, sleep and daily routine. After a consultation and pulse check, Jelly suggests what may suit you.
What research says: Everyone's body is different, so we don't promise any particular outcome.
See a doctor first: PMOS is diagnosed by a doctor. Tell Jelly about any medicine you take, such as metformin, the pill or hormone treatment.
Endometriosis
Women with endometriosis sometimes add TCM for pain and day-to-day comfort.
What research says: Some small studies suggest acupuncture may ease endometriosis pain, but the evidence is low-certainty.
See a doctor first: Diagnosis and treatment stay with your gynaecologist. See them for worsening pain or pain during sex or bowel movements.
Perimenopause and menopause
Hot flushes, night sweats, poor sleep, mood changes and aching joints. Many women come to Jelly for sleep and general comfort during this time.
What research says: Studies haven't shown acupuncture works better than a placebo for hot flushes specifically, though some show quality-of-life benefits.
See a doctor first: See a doctor for any bleeding after menopause. Tell Jelly about HRT, blood-pressure medicine or a history of breast cancer.
Cycle and body care
Some women want to feel more settled in their cycle, sleep and energy as they think about the next stage of life. Jelly looks at your whole picture and suggests gentle care that suits you.
What research says: Everyone's body is different, so we don't promise any particular outcome.
See a doctor first: For questions about your reproductive health, please see a gynaecologist. Tell Jelly about any medicine or treatment you're on.
