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For a long time, I had been suffering from menopausal symptoms. The doctor prescribed hormones, which I used for a period of time. When things improved after a while, I decided in consultation with the doctor to try it without medication. Unfortunately, the symptoms returned, and at that moment I searched online for the possibilities of acupuncture for menopausal symptoms. This was not the first time; years earlier, I had also visited an acupuncturist. Back then, I was struggling with severe burnout symptoms and greatly benefited from the acupuncture treatments in my recovery process. The decision to consult an acupuncturist again was quickly made. Through Google, I found Gertjan.

A Fighter
Mood swings, heat in my body, waking up very early... those were the most dominant symptoms. It is literally a transition for me; this phase in my life truly feels like a transformation.
For the first 4 to 5 weeks, I visited Gertjan once a week. I quickly noticed that the constant warmth in my body decreased, and my temperature dropped. Very pleasant! My other symptoms also decreased.
Menopause resulted in a process of clarity, healing, acceptance, and consciously pausing to ask 'What am I actually feeling right now?'. 'Normally, I'm quite a fighter, I can really dig in and persevere when things get tough, but now I'm learning more and more that I can let things go. That brings peace, everything will be fine again.'

Maintenance
Even tensions that I didn't know I had could be released. For example, Gertjan pointed out tension in my chest area. I wasn't even aware that it was tight there! In addition to acupuncture, Gertjan used various massage techniques. I no longer visit Gertjan every week, but I still schedule regular maintenance treatments with him.

Don't Give Up Too Easily
What I want to convey to people about acupuncture? Just lie down and experience it! You don't have to believe in it, but feel what it does to you. Also, don't give up too quickly. If you encounter a blockage during a treatment, it can feel quite uncomfortable. But often, that is actually a good sign because once you get through it, you will feel much better.

Acupuncturist: Gertjan Koornneef

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