Acupuncture & IVF  Services

Acupuncture on Day of Embryo Transfer:

We offer acupuncture pre and post embryo transfer to assist you current IVF cycle.
We work closely with the your fertility clinic and quite familiar with the process. We have been tracking patient IVF outcomes for more than five years ad have idea of how it best helps you and improves your outcomes.

In 2001, there was a study conducted to determine the benefit of acupuncture to assist clinical pregnancy rates know as the “German Study.” This study showed that 42.5% of the patients who included acupuncture experienced clinical pregnancy, compared to 26.3% in the group that did not use acupuncture.

Increased uterine contractions at the time of embryo transfer have been associate with poor outcome. In general acupuncture treatments at the time of embryo transfer help to promote uterine blood flow, enhance positive implantation, prevent uterine contractions, reduce overall stress, promote relaxation and increase successful pregnancy. Fertility and Sterility, Vol.77, No.4, April 2002

During IVF cycle:

During your IVF cycle we provide a variety of evidence-based protocols and individualized treatments to assist your reproductive medicine treatment. We determine the best treatment protocol based on patient history and how well you are responding through the cycle. We often recommend between 4-12 treatments.

The fertility journey can often be a roller coaster while on the path to success. There is often increased stress and some anxious feelings that come while going through the various check points through and IVF cycle. Acupuncture is very beneficial to help reduce the effects of this stress on the body as well as to decrease any possible side effects of Western medications used through the IVF cycle.

After Embryo Transfer:

Although conception our fist goal, we look at fertility as the ability to carry a healthy pregnancy to full term. Our focus is to create an optimal environment for embryo development. We recommend following up with another treatment 5-7 days after embryo transfer to further assist implantation. When pregnancy occurs we often recommend acupuncture through the first trimester to prevent miscarriage. Research is confirming our clinical evidence that acupuncture can reduce miscarriage and ectopic pregnancies, and to increase the rate of live birth. From our experience when there is a history of fertility challenges this can increase the risk of complications. The focus of these treatments are to assist implantation and embryo development, increase energy, and prevent pregnancy complications.

Preparation for IVF cycle & Treatment for Infertility:

In general terms we like to see patients for three months prior to their IVF cycle as this is a full egg development cycle. However, if this is not possible, we still see good success with treatment while you are in the cycle, and we will often increase frequency of visits. Depending on the patient, treatment frequency can vary. We often recommend between 1-3 month in preparation for an upcoming IVF cycle.

Interested In Learning More About Our Acupuncture & IVF Services? 

Contact us to schedule you first appointment or free fertility consultation to see how we can help.

Added on 04/28/2011

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Acupuncture, Acupuncture & IVF, Fertility, Infertility, Reproductive Medicine, Women's Health by Tree Of Life Acupuncture Fertility Blog

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