Hot flushes are sudden, intense waves of heat that often affect the face, neck, and chest, commonly occurring during perimenopause and menopause, though they can also result from hormonal imbalances, stress, or certain medications. Symptoms may include flushed skin, rapid heartbeat, sweating followed by chills, and disruptive night sweats. Frequent hot flushes can significantly impact sleep, mood, concentration, and overall daily comfort, making them a challenging symptom to manage without targeted support.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), hot flushes are often caused by Yin deficiency, particularly of the Kidney and Liver systems. When Yin is depleted, internal Heat rises unchecked, leading to the sudden surges of warmth typical of hot flushes. Emotional stress, overwork, ageing, and lifestyle factors can all contribute to this imbalance.
Acupuncture clears internal Heat & balances hormones: Acupuncture helps reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flushes, calm the nervous system, and regulate hormone-related symptoms. By restoring Yin and clearing rising Heat, it supports more stable temperature regulation, improved sleep, and emotional wellbeing.
Herbal medicine nourishes Yin & anchors rising Heat: Herbal formulas help restore Yin, reduce internal Heat, and support natural hormonal balance. By addressing the root causes of hot flushes, these remedies ease irritability, fatigue, and anxiety while promoting long-term energetic and physiological harmony.
Lifestyle & mind-body guidance reduces Heat & restores balance: Targeted dietary advice, stress reduction techniques, and mind-body practices help lower internal Heat, support hormonal stability, and improve sleep quality. By creating a calmer, more balanced internal environment, these lifestyle adjustments ease hot flushes and enhance overall emotional and physical wellbeing.
Acupuncture reduces hot flush frequency: Clinical studies indicate that regular acupuncture sessions can significantly reduce both the severity and frequency of hot flushes.
Herbal medicine supports hormonal balance: Specific herbal formulas have been shown to regulate menstrual cycles and ease menopausal symptoms by nourishing Yin and stabilising internal Heat.
Mind-body interventions improve quality of life: Relaxation techniques, dietary adjustments, and stress management enhance sleep, mood, and overall wellbeing during hormonal changes.
TCM sees hot flushes as a manifestation of Yin deficiency and internal Heat rising, often linked to Kidney and Liver imbalances. Addressing the root energetic imbalance helps the body restore its natural equilibrium.
We use a personalised blend of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and tailored lifestyle guidance to reduce hot flushes, nourish Yin, and support hormonal balance, helping to restore temperature regulation, improve sleep, and enhance overall emotional wellbeing.
Many patients notice improvement within a few sessions, while persistent symptoms may require several weeks of ongoing care for optimal results.
Yes. Clinical studies show that acupuncture reduces frequency and severity, herbal medicine supports hormonal balance, and mind-body techniques enhance wellbeing during menopause.
Book a personalised consultation to review your health, hormonal history, and lifestyle. From there, we design a tailored treatment plan targeting both symptoms and root causes.
We offer a gentle, holistic approach combining acupuncture, herbal medicine, and lifestyle guidance. Our treatments address both root causes and symptoms, supporting long-term relief, improved sleep, and restored hormonal balance.
Qin’s Clinic is based on Harley Street in Central London, just a short walk from Oxford Circus and Bond Street stations. We welcome patients from Marylebone, Fitzrovia, Mayfair, and across Greater London.
