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Post-Miscarriage Care: An Oriental Medicine Approach (유산 후 한의학적 치료)


Why "Post-Miscarriage Care" is Essential?

Recovering from a miscarriage is not just about healing physically—it is also the beginning of preparing for a future pregnancy. In Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM), post-miscarriage care is considered just as important as postpartum recovery, if not more, due to the increased likelihood of subsequent pregnancies.


In Donguibogam(동의보감), miscarriage is referred to as "Bansan (반산, 半産)," meaning a pregnancy that is cut short before natural delivery. It is metaphorically compared to stepping on a nut before it ripens and naturally opens—emphasizing that miscarriage is more physically damaging to a woman than a full-term birth.


Moreover, the risk of recurrent miscarriage increases with each subsequent loss, making immediate and active treatment after the first miscarriage crucial to prevent future pregnancy complications.




💡 The Impact of Miscarriage on Women's Health

Even if medical tests show no immediate abnormalities, a miscarriage can cause functional damage to the reproductive system. Without proper treatment, these issues can affect future pregnancies.


✔️ Uterine Damage

  • A miscarriage, whether natural or surgical, can injure the uterine lining, reducing implantation success in future pregnancies.


✔️ Blood Stasis & Poor Circulation

  • If retained blood (stasis) and waste remain inside the uterus, it can lead to inflammation, circulation disorders, and future pregnancy difficulties.

  • Treatment should focus on clearing out stagnant blood and detoxifying the uterus to restore proper function.


✔️ Decreased Uterine Function & Increased Risk of Recurrent Miscarriage

  • The more miscarriages a woman experiences, the weaker her uterus becomes, increasing the likelihood of repeated pregnancy loss.

  • Without early intervention, the condition can develop into habitual miscarriage.


✔️ Post-Abortion Recovery (Induced Miscarriage)

  • Surgical or medical abortion involves forced pregnancy termination, causing greater physical and emotional stress than natural miscarriage.

  • It often results in severe uterine damage, requiring focused treatment to restore the endometrium and expel blood stagnation.





🌿 Traditional Eastern Asian Medicine (TEAM) Treatment for Post-Miscarriage Recovery

Post-miscarriage recovery should be tailored to the woman’s body condition and carried out in phases to ensure complete healing.


Phase 1: Immediate Post-Miscarriage Treatment (0-10 Days)

✔️ Primary Goal: Expelling stagnant blood and detoxifying the uterus

✔️ Methods Used:

  • Herbal medicine to clear blood stasis and promote circulation

  • Acupuncture and moxibustion therapy to support uterine contractions and healing


📌 Study Reference: Efficacy of the Kampo Medicine Xiang-gui-jao-ai-tang in the Treatment of Threatened Abortion in Early Pregnancy (Am J Chin Med, 2006, 34(5):731-4Q)

  • Findings indicate that herbal formulas help prevent miscarriage and support uterine recovery.


Phase 2: Restoring Uterine Function (1-3 Months Post-Miscarriage)

✔️ Primary Goal: Strengthening the uterus and replenishing Qi and blood

✔️ Methods Used:

  • Herbal prescriptions with uterine-nourishing and Qi-replenishing ingredients

  • Moxibustion and warm abdominal therapy to promote blood flow

📌 Study Reference: The Journal of Oriental Obstetrics & Gynecology (2006, Vol.18, No.2: 203-212)

  • Research supports herbal treatment for post-miscarriage recovery, highlighting improved uterine function and reduced miscarriage recurrence rates.


Phase 3: Preparing for Future Pregnancy (3-6 Months Post-Miscarriage)

✔️ Primary Goal: Enhancing fertility and optimizing the reproductive system

✔️ Methods Used:

  • Herbal medicine to improve ovarian function, regulate hormones, and strengthen the uterine lining

  • Acupuncture therapy to enhance blood circulation to the reproductive organs


💡 This phase is critical for preventing further miscarriages and ensuring a strong foundation for conception.





📖 Scientific Research Supporting Oriental Medicine in Miscarriage Recovery


1️⃣ Herbal Medicine for Uterine Recovery After Miscarriage – The Journal of Oriental Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2006📌 Found that herbal treatments effectively support endometrial regeneration and fertility restoration.


2️⃣ Effects of Herbal Formulas on Preventing Recurrent Miscarriage – American Journal of Chinese Medicine (2006, 34(5): 731-4Q)📌 Demonstrated reduced miscarriage rates and enhanced pregnancy outcomes in women treated with traditional formulas.


3️⃣ Acupuncture for Uterine Healing and Reproductive Function – Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (eCAM)📌 Showed that acupuncture improves uterine blood circulation, promoting recovery and future implantation success.





💖 Final Thoughts: Take Control of Your Reproductive Health


✔️ A miscarriage is not just an isolated event—it has long-term consequences for uterine health and future fertility.

✔️ Proper post-miscarriage treatment can prevent recurrent pregnancy loss and enhance the likelihood of a successful future pregnancy.

✔️ Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM) has a long history of effectively treating post-miscarriage recovery, supported by scientific research.


💡 If you have experienced a miscarriage, do not hesitate to seek professional care. Taking action now can help you conceive and carry a healthy pregnancy in the future.


📍 At Life Giving Acupuncture & Herb Clinic (생명주는한의원), we offer personalized treatment plans for post-miscarriage recovery.


👉 Contact Us:  https://www.lifegivingacupuncture.com/contact-1-1  or (Clinic) 949.364.4885

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