Campion Chiropractic

In the course of a woman’s lifecycle, she experiences transitions that are characterized by a shifting and readjustment of the hormones associated with reproduction. During menopause, a woman’s ovaries gradually make less of the hormones estrogen, progesterone, and later testosterone. Menopause is the transition that signals the end of menstruation, and with it, reproduction.

A woman has reached menopause when she has not had a period for 12 months in a row. The average age of menopause for a woman in the USA is 51, but menopause can occur earlier or later. Menopause may be premature (occurring prior to age 40) or artificial due to such circumstances as radiation exposure, chemotherapeutic drugs, or surgery. Early onset of menopause may also be initiated due to smoking, poor nutrition or a co-existing medical condition.

Menopause symptoms may include irregular periods, decreased fertility, vaginal and urinary changes, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, night sweats, emotional and cognitive changes, and changes in appearance. Some women experience very few or no symptoms, while others experience multiple physical and emotional symptoms. The extent and severity varies significantly among women.

Facts About Menopause

Menopause is only one several stages in a womens reproductive life. There are actually four main stages*, known as:

• Premenopuase refers to the time from a woman's last regualr menstrual period. This is refered to as the "normal" reproductive stage for a woman
• Perimenopause refers to the transitional stage of 2 to 10 years before a woman stops experiencing her menstrual period.
• Menopause refers to time in which the ovaries produce less estrogen and progesterone and stop producing eggs.
• Postmenopause refers to the time after menopause has occured.

_{* Data adapted from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.}

Menopause Brochure

For more information on menopause, please click the image to the left to download the menopause brochure in PDF format.  This brochure details the facts about menopause, its connection with the nervous system, and available treatments. 

If you are struggling with menopause or other mood disorders, please contact us today to discuss treatment options.