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University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing
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Research Studies in Reducing Menopausal Symptoms |
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Menopause is the end of menstruation and signals the end of fertility. In most women, it begins between the ages of 40 and 58 and occurs when a woman’s ovaries stop producing the hormone estrogen. Women who have been treated for breast cancer or have had their ovaries removed also experience menopausal symptoms. Symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, loss of concentration, and mood swings. Other changes include weight gain, heart palpitations, joint pain, headache, and skin and eye changes. While some women use hormone replacement therapy to reduce menopausal symptoms, other women are unable to or choose not to use hormones and are searching for alternative methods to alleviate their symptoms. These alternatives include acupuncture and meditation. Through separate studies at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, researchers are examining the effectiveness of acupuncture and meditation in reducing menopausal symptoms—primarily hot flashes and night sweats. To contact someone for more information on these studies or to find out if you are eligible to participate, call 412-624-4597 or click here. |
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Menopausal Studies University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing 440 Victoria Building 3500 Victoria Street Pittsburgh, PA 15261
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