At our Preston Chinese Medicine clinic, we are dedicated to providing holistic and personalised acupuncture and herbal medicine to support individuals on their fertility journey and promote overall reproductive well-being. We see a range of patients for fertility and reproductive health conditions, such as:
Period pain
Infertility
IVF Support
Endometriosis
PCOS
Irregular periods
Initial Consultation: Your first acupuncture session will begin with a thorough consultation with the acupuncturist. During this consultation, you’ll discuss your medical history, fertility concerns, lifestyle factors, and any previous fertility treatments or procedures you may have undergone. This information helps the acupuncturist understand your individual needs and develop a personalised treatment plan.
Assessment and Diagnosis: The acupuncturist will conduct a TCM assessment, which may include pulse diagnosis, tongue examination, and palpation of acupuncture points. This assessment helps identify any imbalances that may be contributing to infertility.
Treatment Plan: Based on the information gathered during the consultation and assessment, the acupuncturist will create a customised treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. This plan may include a series of acupuncture sessions, Chinese herbal medicine, dietary recommendations, lifestyle modifications, and stress management techniques.
Acupuncture Sessions: Acupuncture sessions typically involve the insertion of thin, sterile needles into specific acupuncture points on the body. These points are carefully selected based on their ability to regulate reproductive hormones, improve blood flow to the reproductive organs, and support overall fertility. The needles are left in place for approximately 20-30 minutes while you relax comfortably.
Frequency of Sessions: The frequency of acupuncture sessions may vary depending on individual factors such as the underlying cause of infertility, the stage of the menstrual cycle, and any concurrent fertility treatments such as IVF. Some individuals may benefit from weekly acupuncture sessions leading up to IVF retrieval and transfer procedures, while others may require more frequent treatment.
IVF Support: Acupuncture can be particularly beneficial as a supportive therapy during IVF cycles. Many individuals choose to undergo acupuncture before and after IVF procedures such as egg retrieval and embryo transfer. Acupuncture may help reduce stress, improve ovarian response to fertility medications, optimise uterine receptivity for embryo implantation, and enhance overall IVF success rates.
Follow-Up and Monitoring: Throughout the course of treatment, the acupuncturist will closely monitor your progress and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan. Regular follow-up appointments allow for ongoing evaluation of your response to acupuncture and refinement of treatment strategies as needed.
Overall, acupuncture for infertility and IVF support offers a safe, natural, and integrative approach to enhancing fertility and supporting reproductive health. By addressing imbalances within the body and promoting optimal wellness, acupuncture can play a valuable role in your journey toward conception and pregnancy.
If you are struggling with infertility, irregular menstrual cycles, or other reproductive health concerns, TCM may offer a holistic and personalised approach to support your fertility journey. If you have any questions, please call or email us at our Preston acupuncture clinic.
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