This holistic practice could increase women’s sex drive

This relatively common practice could help women experience higher sex drives, according to a new study. The study, published in the journal Sexual Medicine, claims that acupuncture can boost a woman’s libido and improve the lives of people with sexual dysfunction.

Over a period of more than three years (October 2018 to February 2022), the researchers studied 24 participants with similar characteristics; Although they were of different ages – between 28 and 45 – they were all involved in regular relationships and had some form of sexual dysfunction.

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The women underwent two or three acupuncture sessions per week, with needles inserted into various parts of the body including the crown, abdomen, over the ovaries, under the knees, ankles, feet and lower back.

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They completed a questionnaire before and after their treatments, rating a variety of factors related to sexual pleasure and functioning, such as sexual desire, arousal, lubrication, experiences of orgasm, and more.

After the treatment was done, all women reported better scores. When it comes to sexual desire, the benefits were even greater, with 23 out of 24 participants saying they experienced an improvement in arousal.

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While the study is far from definitive, it does show promise, especially when viewed as an adjunct to alleviate symptoms, not a cure. Sexual dysfunction is a complex issue that affects men and women because of their lifestyle choices and/or relationship dynamics.

Studies like these show how beneficial a holistic medical approach can be and how looking at the body holistically can improve different facets of people’s lives. While researchers may not fully understand why acupuncture has this effect on women, by stimulating their central nervous system, it appears to stimulate chemicals and produce beneficial results.