The Treatment of infertility with acupuncture and Chinese
medicine dates back 2,000 years. These ancient, time-tested techniques improve
fertility rates and support a woman’s whole body, unlocking unlimited potential
for health, healing and childbearing.
A landmark study published by the medical journal Fertility & Sterility (1) found that
acupuncture dramatically improves the chances of becoming pregnant when used in
conjunction with other assisted reproductive techniques. Researchers from Weill
Cornell Medical Center (2) in New York reviewed studies and concluded that
acupuncture helps to:
- Increase blood flow to the uterus, which improves the chances of an ovum implanting on the uterine wall
- Reduce anxiety, stress, and the hormones that are secreted during stressful sitations that can significantly decrease fertility
- Normalize hormone and endocrine systems that regulate ovulation, especially in woman with polycyctsic ovarian syndrome
- Positively affect the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, which plays a key role in fertility
- Regulate menstrual cycle
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can raise the fertility
potential for a woman by affecting the quality, quantity, balance and flow of
Qi and blood. When Qi (also called Life Energy) and blood are circulating
freely throughout the body, every cell, tissue and organ is properly nourished
and functioning well. When this occurs, a woman’s health and fertility are
increased.
According to the theories of acupuncture and Chinese
medicine, infertility is caused by an imbalance of Qi and blood affecting one
or more of the Organ Systems. (Please
keep in mind that the Organs described below reflect Eastern medical theories
and philosophies)
Kidney Organ System –
The release of an ovum is controlled by the Kidneys. The Kidneys also
create a substance called Jing Qi, which
is required in order to have a healthy body, mind, and pregnancy. If an
imbalance exists within the Kidneys, Jing
Qi may be inadequate in supply and infertility may be a result. Chinese herbal
medicine, along with acupuncture, can nourish and support Jing Qi and overall Kidney health.
Spleen Organ System –
An adequate supply of blood is required by a woman’s body to sustain a
normal menstrual cycle, a growing fetus, and a healthy pregnancy. A disharmony
within the Spleen can result in an inadequate supply and imbalance of blood. Acupuncture
and Chinese herbs can build and nourish blood, in order to promote a healthy
flow of blood to the uterus.
Liver Organ System – In
order to conceive and have a healthy pregnancy, it is important to have a free
flow of Qi and blood throughout the body. The Liver is in charge of facilitating
the smooth flow of Qi and blood. When it is out of balance, areas of the body
will not receive the required supply of Qi and blood. This imbalance can lead
to depression, anxiety, stress, and increase infertility.
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine provide a safe, effective,
drug-free, and natural approach to treating infertility and enjoying a healthy
pregnancy. Here are a few reasons to try acupuncture and Chinese Medicine:
- An acupuncturist does not treat just symptoms and signs, but instead activates the body’s natural healing potential by treating the root causes that have lead to the problem or disease.
- Acupuncture and Chinese medicine are completely natural. No drugs are ever used. In the Western treatment of infertility, undesired side effects and accumulated toxicity from invasive procedures and drug therapies may occur.
- Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can be used to strengthen, support, and balance overall health and well being, so other fertility procedures are more effective.
- The practice of acupuncture and Chinese medicine is over 3,000 years old, and has helped millions of people become well and stay healthy.
- It works!
Also consider
acupuncture during your pregnancy and birth. According to the World Health
Organization, acupuncture has been found useful for relieving labor pain, nausea,
vomiting, and significantly reducing the duration of labor. There is also
strong evidence that it can helop with a breech birth. (6, 7)
If you would like to book an appointment with Richard Zhang
for a consult and/or initial Acupuncture appointment, please feel free to call
the office today! 604-850-2511
If you have any questions or concerns don’t hesitate to contact
your family doctor prior to booking your Acupuncture appointment.
1. Paulus W. et. Al., Influence of
Acupuncture on the pregnancy rate in patients who undergo assisted reproduction
therapy. Fertility and Sterility, volume
77, April 2002, 721-724.
2. 5 Ways Acupuncture Can Boost
Fertility. Prevention.com, 2002.
3. Human Reproduction Journal, Volume
11, Number 6, 1996.
4. Fertility and Sterility, volume 78
December 2002, 1149-1153
5. Pins & Needles. Could Acupuncture
help promote pregnancy? ABCNews.com, April 16, 2002.
6. Acupuncture: Review and analysis of
reports on controlled clinical trials, World Health Organization, Geneva, 2002.
7. A manual of acupuncture, page 326.
Peter Deadman & Mazin Al-Khafaji
Information from 2008 Acupuncture Media Works – 866-696-7577
– www.acupuncturemediaworks.com
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