Acupuncture is performed by strategically inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate nerves, muscles, and connective tissue to rebalance the body’s natural energy flow. Typically used to treat pain, acupuncture is steadily becoming an option for overall wellness, relaxation, and stress management. In recent years, women who are struggling to conceive have even turned to acupuncture, which may offer several important benefits for female fertility.
How Does Acupuncture Help Female Infertility?
Those struggling to conceive experience a deep emotional response when a fertility treatment fails. Acupuncture is quickly becoming a modern, affordable option as the practice shows progress in balancing hormones and treating those with fertility concerns.
Women who are searching for a solution are using acupuncture treatments to improve sperm and egg quality. Studies on this subject have shown a 26% increase in conception rates for those struggling with female infertility.
To deliver a successful conception, acupuncture may contribute to increased fertility by doing the following:
- Reducing stress and anxiety
- Normalizing hormone production and endocrine systems
- Improving blood flow to the uterus
- Decreasing inflammation that may be causing infertility
- Regulating the menstrual cycle
- Increasing the chance of pregnancy for women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF)
Improved Egg & Embryo Quality
Healthy, high-quality eggs are the foundation of a successful pregnancy. Studies have shown that acupuncture may improve the egg and embryo quality in women experiencing infertility and energetic kidney deficiency. This improvement ultimately leads to an increase in successful pregnancies.
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Success
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is currently the most successful fertility treatment. It’s a lengthy process that removes eggs from the ovaries and fertilizes them with sperm. The eggs are then monitored and grown in a lab for 3-5 days. Once fertilized, they are placed into the uterus for gestation.
When used in conjunction with IVF, acupuncture has proven to be a complementary protocol for supporting positive pregnancy outcomes. After multiple acupuncture treatments, studies have shown the women experienced improved endometrial thickness, reduced stress, and overall satisfaction—particularly after a number of unsuccessful IVF treatments.
Finding Acupuncture Treatment for Fertility
There are specific times when fertility treatments are most effective. As a rule of thumb, the sooner you seek treatment, the better. The effectiveness of acupuncture increases with the number of times you’re able to receive treatment.
Eggs require roughly 90 days to develop. For fertility, experts recommend women seek acupuncture treatment:
- Right before ovulation
- One or two months prior to any fertility treatment
- During the first 12 weeks of pregnancy (to manage stress levels)
What Women Need to Know About Holistic Fertility Care
Fertility outcomes typically work best in conjunction with acupuncture protocols spanning a month or two before the anticipated treatment. At Crossroads Chiropractic, our experts recommend three acupuncture sessions over the course of your cycle, performed around the time of ovulation.
Acupuncture as a holistic fertility treatment is a developing concept, and it can be hard to measure results. However, with almost zero negative side effects, women are exploring the treatment at an impressive rate as results are becoming more promising. The stimulation from acupuncture appears to reduce stress and increase blood flow, presenting all types of positive results for fertility.
Holistic Fertility Care with Crossroads Chiropractic
At Crossroads Chiropractic, our doctors are trained in acupuncture. They go the extra mile to earn advanced certification in their field and even work with industry experts, like CNY Fertility.
If you have questions regarding the benefits of fertility acupuncture treatments, contact us today for answers and to schedule an appointment!
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