FAQ: What is infertility acupuncture and how does it work?

Sick of trying everything under the sun to help you conceive? Infertility is not a rare occurrence. In fact, 12 percent of women between the ages of 15 to 44 have difficulty conceiving. Infertility also affects men. Almost 9 percent of men between the age of 25 to 44 years have sought out professional help for infertility, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. New advances in chiropractic care may help couples conceive, it might be as easy as a prick of a needle thanks to infertility acupuncture.

What is infertility acupuncture?

Infertility acupuncture is a form of chiropractic care that can help treat some causes of infertility. There is a limit to what conditions infertility acupuncture can improve. To improve these conditions chiropractic professionals strategically placed needles along the abdominopelvic area. These needles are ultra-thin, sterile needles, and are used to relieve pressure and increase blood flow.

How effective is infertility acupuncture?

Infertility acupuncture increases blood flow to the endometrium, the mucous lining in the uterus which helps protect embryos as they grow in the womb. After an egg is successfully fertilized, it will attach itself to the endometrium where the embryo will grow. If an endometrium is too thin or thick, fertilized eggs cannot implant themselves. By having adequate blood flow to the endometrium, it increases the chances of an embryo of being able to grow and be carried to term.

Can infertility acupuncture improve IVF results?

Most doctors ask patients to undergo at least 12 weeks of acupuncture to help with fertility. During the first 12 weeks is when the risk is greatest for expecting mothers to miscarry. Studies have recommended that expecting mothers undergo infertility treatments to improve results with acupuncture.  After successful insemination, needles will not be placed on the abdominopelvic area. A licensed acupuncturist will know what exact acupuncture points should be avoided.

Who often undergoes infertility acupuncture?

Women suffering from numerous miscarriages, PCOS, irregular menstruation and unexplained infertility often undergo infertility acupuncture. Infertility acupuncture can also be used on males who suffer from sperm-DNA-fragmentation.

Is infertility acupuncture right for me?

Acupuncture can be intimidating, but knowing that you’re in the hands of a professional should help subside your fears. Infertility acupuncture is one method to help you increase your chances of being able to conceive. Interested in booking an appointment? Call us today!