How can acupuncture
benefit fertility?
Acupuncture is increasingly becoming a go-to complementary treatment for couples looking to conceive, with approximately 1 in 4 couples turning to it. Acupuncture has shown promise in enhancing fertility and increasing the success rates of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF).
Acupuncture regulates female reproductive hormones
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Balances hormones essential for fertility.
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Enhances response to ovarian stimulation, whether by medication or natural methods.
Acupuncture improves blood flow and egg quality
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Boosts blood flow to the ovaries, thereby providing nutrients and oxygen essential for egg development.
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Leads to the production of higher quality eggs.
Acupuncture Improves sperm quality and quantity
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Enhancing sperm parameters, including concentration, vitality, and motility.
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Possibly helps in regulating testosterone levels essential for sperm production.
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Research has consistently shown promising indications for acupuncture in improving various sperm attributes
Acupuncture assists with embryo implantation
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Increases embryo implantation rates.
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Amplifies blood flow to the uterus and regulates immune functions.
Acupuncture mitigates anxiety and stress
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Reduces the emotional toll of infertility diagnoses.
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Lessens stress levels which can negatively impact fertility
Acupuncture and IVF
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It is recommended to undergo acupuncture throughout all stages of IVF, starting at least 2-3 months before your IVF cycle starts.