Fertility

If you're finding it difficult getting pregnant, we may be able to help.

Acupuncture has be used for literally thousands of years in China to boost fertility. There are records of gynecological treatment from the Shang dynasty (1500 BC- 1000 BC). Modern research is showing it really does have an effect. 'Acupuncture may help increase IVF success rates by 65%' -The Guardian February 2008.

Acupuncture treatment can be beneficial for:
Women
• unexplained infertilityfertility acupunc pregnant
• IVF, ICSI, IUI, GIFT
• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
• endometriosis
• ovulation issues
• menstrual cycle irregularities
• lack of periods
• miscarriage prevention
• we can also support you through your pregnancy

Men
• improves the quality of sperm. Improves sperm count, motility and morphology

For Women and Men
• Stress reduction. Most people people find that acupuncture is relaxing and helps you deal with stress, which in turn helps with your fertility.

Lifestyle
Although acupuncture is central to our treatment, we will combine this with lifestyle and dietary advice. Moxibustion and cupping may also be used alongside acupuncture treatment.

Timing
Plan ahead. The ideal time to begin acupuncture is three months before conception or an IVF cycle. This will ensure that your egg and sperm health is the best it can be, as both egg and sperm have a 90 day cycle. Do not worry though if you have missed this. There is good evidence to show that acupuncture later in the process will still improve your chances.

Support through pregnancy
We can offer support through your pregnancy. Treatment in pregnancy may be especially helpful if you have concerns about miscarriage, have morning sickness, or other problems during pregnancy. Some women have treatment so as to stay in their best state of health during pregnancy.