Acupuncture for Fertility during IUI/IVF

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can be used to assist couples going through Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) such as IUI and IVF.

The primary modality used in TCM to treat infertility and/or to enhance fertility is acupuncture. Chinese diet therapy and massage are also integrated into the treatment plan to ensure greater success.

A widely published German study found that using acupuncture with IVF achieved a 42% clinical pregnancy rate compared to only 26% in the control group that did not receive acupuncture.

When acupuncture and Chinese nutrition are used in conjunction with IVF, clinical experience suggests the pregnancy rate can be raised to at least 60%.

For couples going through IUI or IVF procedures, acupuncture and TCM may help:

• Improve the function of the ovaries to produce better quality eggs
• Regulate the hormones to produce a larger number of follicles
• Increase the blood flow to the uterus and increase the thickness of the uterine lining
• Relax the patient and decrease stress/anxiety
• Prevent uterine contraction
• Lessen the side effects of medications used in IVF
• Strengthen the patient's immune system
• Improve male semen to create better quality and quantity of embryos
• Decrease the chance of miscarriage

For more information please visit: www.tcmchicago.com, or call 847.301.7305 to set up an initial consultation & treatment!