Women who are pregnant often feel stressed or depressed over her pregnancy. Acupuncture can be used as an alternative to treat depression in women who are
pregnant.
One study found that
pregnant women who do
acupuncture more benefit than pregnant women who just get a fake treatment or regular massage.
As many as two/thirds of women who do acupuncture reported significant improvement from the reduction in symptoms compared with other treatments.
This study involving 150 pregnant women who experience depression, the study conducted by a team from Stanford University School of Medicine, California.
Researchers reveal the depression or stress that occurs during pregnancy can cause serious complications if not treated properly. While pregnant women should not take any medication for fear of an effect on her fetus. The results of this study have been reported in the journal Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Because there are concerns about side effects when taking drugs, it is important to look for other alternatives. Acupuncture treatment may be appropriate care during pregnancy.
About 14 percent of women experience depression or stress during pregnancy or after childbirth. It is estimated that the additional hormones during pregnancy plays a role in this condition, depression or stress arising from major changes experienced by the mother.
Treatment for depression during pregnancy is very important, so that women can maintain their lives and can take care of herself, her fetus and later.
Probably not every treatment is right for everyone, but acupuncture should be considered as an option for pregnant women who are depressed or stressed.