How Can Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine Assist With Fertility?
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a safe and effective approach to strengthening the body and preparing it for pregnancy. Whether you are seeking alternative fertility methods or wish to supplement medical treatments like In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to support women’s reproductive health. Chinese herbal medicines can also address the underlying issues contributing to infertility, offering a holistic path to conception.
Not only is acupuncture a safe and effective option for those seeking to conceive naturally, but it can also support couples throughout the entire process of modern fertility technologies.
At Eastern Integrative Services, we provide comprehensive support for couples navigating the challenges of fertility. Understanding that stress is a significant factor, we offer care throughout the entire journey—before, during, and after pregnancy.
We are mindful of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) procedures and provide full support to our clients. The benefits of our care can range from reducing the side effects of medications to decreasing the risk of miscarriages, ultimately increasing the success rates of implantations and full-term pregnancies.
The Benefits of Acupuncture for Fertility Include:
- Increased blood flow to the uterus and therefore uterine wall thickness
- Increased endorphin production, which in turn has been shown to affect the release of GnRH
- Lower stress hormones responsible for infertility
- Impact on plasma levels of the fertility hormones: FSH, LH, E2, Progesterone
- Normalization of hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis
- Positive effect for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome present in 3 percent of adults and children
- Decreased side effects of ART medications