Can acupuncture reduce endometriosis or adenomyosis pain?

Yes—acupuncture can reduce pain for some people with endometriosis or adenomyosis, with studies suggesting small to moderate improvements in period pain and chronic pelvic pain. In our experience, it may be most helpful as part of a broader plan rather than a stand-alone solution.

It’s important to know acupuncture doesn’t treat the underlying disease or remove endometriosis lesions, so it shouldn’t be viewed as a cure. Instead, it may help by calming pain signaling and inflammation and by lowering stress-related pain amplification, which can translate into less cramping, pelvic heaviness, and fewer flare-ups. If you’re considering acupuncture but still having significant symptoms, our team can help evaluate what’s driving your pain and discuss options that address both symptom control and root causes.