Acupuncture in the Treatment of Infertility

Trying to conceive naturally? we can help! We have couples successfully conceived naturally with following conditions: Unexplained infertility, secondary infertility, multiple miscarriages, abnormal period, poor egg quality and irregular ovulation, PCOS, endometriosis, uterus fibroids, late 30s and early 40s, high FSH, high prolactin,Diminished Ovarian reserve ,Luteal phase deficiency, low sperm count abnormal sperm morphology, etc.

>>What does infertility treatment include?
>>How does TCM help infertility?
>>What is the procedure of the treatment?
>>Who will be appropriate candidates for acupuncture and herbal medicine?
>>It takes two
>>How does acupuncture support IVF?
>>What changes do I expect during IVF?
>>How many acupuncture treatments do I need during the IVF?

If you do have difficulty getting pregnant, acupuncture and herbal medicine is a great alternative. Chinese Medicine has been used to treat infertility for more than 2000 years, and proven to be effective and safe. Dr. Gu believes that women should always try the simplest, safest, and the most natural, effective approach first, and if possible avoid complicated and often stressful and expensive intrusive medical procedures. As a Traditional Chinese Medical Doctor with extensive and successful experience in treating infertility, Dr. Gu understands a great deal about his patients’ desires, aspirations, and frustrations. He answers many of the questions and concerns asked by his patients as follows:

What does infertility treatment include?

TCM for infertility includes acupuncture, Chinese herbs, diet, exercise and life style approach.

How does TCM help infertility?

Acupuncture stimulates the flow of intrinsic energy in the body, enhances the blood circulation to the pelvic region and benefits vital organ function, improve general health. Clinical studies have shown acupuncture to regulate homorne levels which can balance gonadatropin releasing hormone (GnRH) by the hypothalamus, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) by the pituitary gland, and the estrogen, progesterone levels from the ovaries. Chinese herbal formulas tonify (restore) reproductive energy and nourish the deeper vital essence to help the body produce a healthy ovum,balance homornes, sustain pregnacy. In addition, proper exercise, correct diet and a healthy life style all promote the flow of specific meridians and remove existing inner psychological frustration restoring your reproductive health, which helps you not only to conceive, but also to deliver a healthy, full term baby.

What is the procedure of the treatment?

The initial phase of treatment involves regulating the menstrual cycle by clearing the congestion in the pelvic cavity, and nourishing the deeper vitality, treat underlying conditons( Homorne imbalance, PCOS, Endometriosis,Fibroids etc). This phase typically takes 3 to 8 months or more depending on the nature of complaint, age,trauma, toxin from medication, genetic influences, lifetime habits and illnesses. Within this phase, most women will become fertile and open for conception. You will also benefit from regularity of periods, bright red blood flow without clots, minimal or no menstrual cramping and breast tenderness, better emotional balance, enriching sleep, warm hands and feet, healthy libido and much more energy. Once conception occurs, second phase treatment increases the probability of a full term pregnancy and decreases the possibility of miscarriage.

Who will be appropriate candidates for acupuncture and herbal medicine?

Women with unexplained infertility or hormonal imbalances, such as menstrual irregularities, PMS, high FSH level, anovulation, difficult implantation, and frequent miscarriage, endormetriosis, fibroids, PCOS, male with sperm problems would be encouraged to seek relief from Acupuncture and Chinese medicine. The most frequent cause of unexplained infertility or hormonal imbalance is energy stagnation, which affects blood flow in the pelvic area. Many years of emotional stress, depression, frustration, overwork, and improper diet and lifestyle often play a major role in energy congestion.

It takes two

In the last 50 years, researchers have found that sperm counts, as well as sperm quality are on the decline, so increased awareness of treatment options comes at a crucial time. Furthermore, sperm quality (e.g., morphology and DNA integrity) has been correlated with more than simply fertilization rates, but with factors such as development of the fertilized egg, implantation, and--perhaps most importantly--the development of the embryo itself. These findings indicate that the health of a man’s sperm not only impacts the chances of pregnancy, but directly affects the health of a potential child. So occurrences like miscarriage could have more to do with sperm quality than we imagined, and treatments that focus solely on the woman may indeed miss the mark.

A new study reported in the latest issue of Fertility & Sterility showed that acupuncture significantly improved both sperm count and quality in men with infertility of unknown cause. Previous studies support these findings, reporting improvements in motility (forward movement), morphology (shape), and overall higher rates of successful pregnancies.

For some couples, medical procedures could be unnecessary, saving them tens of thousands of dollars, the stress of the rather intense treatment schedules, and the side effects of heavy-duty hormone therapies. Natural fertility sprouts from a healthy sperm, healthy egg, and good soil in which to implant and develop. None of these should be neglected. When these factors are optimized, as can be achieved through Chinese medicine, artificial techniques are less frequently required, and when they are, success rates are greatly improved. Working together, modern science and ancient medicine can provide powerful treatments for starting families that loving couples deserve.

What changes do I expect during IVF?

Your hormones (eg:FSH) levels may be normalized, and the uterine lining increased in thickness. Since acupuncture enhances the circulation of blood and energy throughout the body, you will have more energy; better sleep patterns and emotional balance. It is not uncommon for patients to feel more in control and experience a greater sense of peace. Pregnancy becomes easier to achieve and postpartum recuperation happens faster. Dr. Peter Gu mainly focus on improving the quality of the eggs, helping implatation, and sustain pregnancy. It is great integration of Ancient and Western medicine.

How many acupuncture treatments do I need during the IVF?

This will depend on each individual, the age, general health, gynaecological conditions. Dr. Peter Gu will assess your condition, and give you advice on your treatment plan.

Having many years experience in the treatment of women’s health issues, Dr. Gu fully recognizes the relationship between a variety of stressful emotions and infertility. he truly believes that negative emotions play a major role in causing hormonal imbalances and this related problems associated with female reproduction, including anovulation, menstrual irregularities, PMS, and endometriosis . Indeed, one of the main focuses of his treatment of infertility is to balance mind and body, help his patients reclaim their lives and spirits, and lead them to improve their overall health and well-being.
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Dr. Gu’s goal is to offer new hope through natural, holistic fertility treatment and gynecological care, bringing experience and compassion to your quest to conceive - helping your dream become a reality.