Condition

Increase Fertility

Acupuncture may improve fertility by:

  • regulating hormones: Acupuncture has been shown to regulate the levels of hormones such as follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and oestradiol, which are important for ovulation and fertility.1
  • improving blood flow: Acupuncture may improve blood flow to the reproductive organs, including the uterus and ovaries, which can help to improve their function.2
  • reducing stress: Stress can have a negative impact on fertility by affecting hormone levels and interfering with ovulation. Acupuncture has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety levels, which may help to improve fertility.3
  • improving sperm quality: Acupuncture has been shown to improve the quality of sperm, including sperm count, motility, and morphology, in men with infertility.4

It is important to note that acupuncture should be used as a complementary treatment and not as a replacement for conventional medical care. It is always recommended to consult with a licensed acupuncturist to determine if acupuncture is appropriate for your specific fertility issues and to develop an appropriate treatment plan.

Study & Research References: 

  1. Regulating hormones: • Stener-Victorin, E., Waldenström, U., Andersson, S. A., & Wikland, M. (1996). Reduction of blood flow impedance in the uterine arteries of infertile women with electro-acupuncture. Human Reproduction, 11(6), 1314-1317.
  2. Improving blood flow: • Ho, M., Huang, L. C., Chang, Y. Y., Chen, H. Y., Chang, W. C., Yang, T. C., & Tsai, H. D. (2009). Electroacupuncture reduces uterine artery blood flow impedance in infertile women. Taiwan Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 48(2), 148-151.
  3. Reducing stress: • Balk, J., Catov, J., Horn, B., Gecsi, K., & Wakim, A. (2010). The relationship between perceived stress, acupuncture, and pregnancy rates among IVF patients: A pilot study. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 16(3), 154-157
  4. Improving sperm quality: • Pei, J., Strehler, E., Noss, U., Abt, M., Piomboni, P., Baccetti, B., & Sterzik, K. (2005). Quantitative evaluation of spermatozoa ultrastructure after acupuncture treatment for idiopathic male infertility. Fertility and Sterility, 84(1), 141-147.

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