IVF Acupuncture Melbourne

Fertility Acupuncture Melbourne is expert at IVF support and IVF preparation both before and after embryo transfer and can assist you with all of your IVF needs.

Based on the premise that acupuncture has been used by the Chinese for centuries to assist in the regulation of the female reproductive system a study was conducted in 2008 [1] to see if acupuncture would increase the chances of conception with IVF.

They concluded that IVF with acupuncture improved the conception success rate by 65%, the likelihood of an ongoing pregnancy by 87% and the chances of a live birth by 91%. These odds are compared to the use of IVF on its own.

Preparing for IVF with Acupuncture

To prepare your body for conception it is ideal to start fertility acupuncture several months before IVF treatment to give it the maximum opportunity to be successful. The aim is to ensure that your menstrual cycle is regular and increases blood supply to the uterus and ovaries and enabling your body to produce mature eggs.

Acupuncture and the IVF Embryo Transfer

Acupuncture treatments both before and after the embryo transfer are ideal to provide the best possible opportunity for the transfer to be successful and lead to a full term pregnancy.

Acupuncture at any time during the IVF Cycle

Acupuncture at any time during the IVF process has two primary benefits. It will help you to feel relaxed, stay calm and feel more balanced during this stressful period of your life and this will help immeasurably during your conception and pregnancy.

In addition acupuncture can assist you to counter any side effects that you may encounter with the IVF medications. Things like moodiness, fatigue, abdominal swelling and discomfort can all be alleviated through the application of acupuncture techniques.

****We will work with you and your doctor co-ordinating acupuncture treatments during IVF cycles.

Contact us about IVF Acupuncture:

If you are trying to conceive and would like to learn more about our acupuncture fertility treatments that complement IVF cycles contact our experienced and qualified practitioners at Fertility Acupuncture Melbourne. Chat to us about your concerns in relation to becoming pregnant in a private, confidential and relaxed environment.

Remember that when you contact us at Fertility Acupuncture Melbourne you are talking to experts on pregnancy fertility.

References:

1. Effects of acupuncture on rates of pregnancy and live birth among women undergoing in vitro fertilisation: systematic review and meta-analysis. – Manheimer E, Zhang G, Udoff L, et al. BMJ 2008; Feb 7