Integrative and Complementary Therapies in Women’s Health

Beyond conventional treatment protocols, many women turn to integrative care for relief and balance. Integrative and complementary therapies in women’s health encompass practices like acupuncture, herbal medicine, yoga, and mind-body interventions that support hormonal balance, stress management, and chronic pain relief. These approaches are increasingly incorporated alongside pharmacologic treatments to address conditions such as endometriosis, menopause symptoms, and fertility challenges. Research highlights the potential of these therapies in reducing medication burden, improving sleep, and enhancing overall well-being. Clinical settings now more commonly offer integrative services, reflecting growing demand for holistic care. Safety, evidence base, and regulatory oversight remain essential considerations as these therapies expand. Integrative and complementary therapies in women’s health reflect a movement toward treating the whole individual—physically, mentally, and emotionally—within gynecologic and reproductive medicine.