A growing number of fertility patients are undergoing acupuncture to increase their odds of conceiving.
Acupuncture for fertility can be a very safe and effective way to increase and support both men and women.
For men, if you are looking to super charge your sperm, reduce stress and address the underlying issue that is contributing to your sub optimal sperm parameters; acupuncture, herbal medicine, lifestyle adjustments and nutrients are your answer. This non-invasive method that can help improve sperm quality and recent studies have shown that acupuncture can effectively:
- Increase sperm production
- Increase the percentage of healthy sperm
- Improve sperm movement (motility)
- Improve the levels of hormones responsible for fertility
- Increase the rate of pregnancy when used in conjunction with ART studies
For women, utilizing acupuncture to enhance fertility is much more well known.
Acupuncture helps regulate female hormones by promoting a balanced endocrine system that allows for a more efficient ovulation and fertilization. It also increases blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, which improves the chances of conception, and can improve egg quality. Herbal medicine and acupuncture have also proven to be extremely effective in correcting underlying hormonal imbalances such as PCOS, endometriosis, irregular cycles, poor ovarian reserves, and many more.
Acupuncture and IVF
IVF treatments can be expensive; many women go through the procedure multiple times in their efforts to become pregnant. Acupuncture supports IVF and enhances the likelihood of success by increasing blood flow to the ovaries to nourish the developing follicles therefore creating better egg quality and stronger embryos. Acupuncture relaxes the body and mediates the stress response (elevated stress hormones can have a physiological effect on hormone production and balance). With improved circulation, acupuncture can also help to thicken uterine lining, which is crucial for implantation. It also helps to diminish the side effects of pharmaceuticals associated with ART. Good health, both physically and mentally, is essential to success with IVF treatment. For questions, please contact Beth Dorsey at 831.475.1055.