Assisted Reproduction Support (IVF/ICSI)
As with natural conception, women’s chances of conceiving are increased with the use of acupuncture if they are undergoing ART, whether it be IUI, IVF, or ICSI. Acupuncture studies have been clinically shown to:
- Regulate and stabilise hormone levels
- Help build more follicles
- Increase uterine blood flow to the uterus and arteries
- Thicken the endometrial lining
- Reduce the risk of miscarriage
- Strengthen the immune system
- Reduce stress and help with relaxation
- Improve quality of sleep
The British Acupuncture Council’s briefing paper on Female fertility & IVF states that studies show: “Acupuncture has a positive impact on the birth rate of sub fertile women undergoing IVF/ICSI”.
Studies also indicate that acupuncture treatment can reduce stress and/or anxiety and helps women’s ability to cope with the IVF process.
For more information on the evidence to support Acupuncture and IVF go to: www.acupuncture.org.uk