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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

Balances hormones essential for fertility.
Enhances response to ovarian stimulation, whether by medication or natural methods.

Acupuncture improves blood flow and egg quality

Boosts blood flow to the ovaries, thereby providing nutrients and oxygen essential for egg development.
Leads to the production of higher quality eggs.

Acupuncture Improves sperm quality and quantity

Enhancing sperm parameters, including concentration, vitality, and motility.
Possibly helps in regulating testosterone levels essential for sperm production.
Research has consistently shown promising indications for acupuncture in improving various sperm attributes

Acupuncture assists with embryo implantation

Increases embryo implantation rates.
Amplifies blood flow to the uterus and regulates immune functions.

Acupuncture mitigates anxiety and stress

Reduces the emotional toll of infertility diagnoses.
Lessens stress levels which can negatively impact fertility

Acupuncture and IVF

It is recommended to undergo acupuncture throughout all stages of IVF, starting at least 2-3 months before your IVF cycle starts.

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