Chicago Fertility Acupuncture Therapy

Fertility acupuncture is centered on the regulation of energy pathways, sometimes called “meridians”, which flow throughout the body that are directly related to reproductive function that can stimulate the sympathetic nervous system to relieve stress and increase circulation. Acupuncture is known to increase blood flow to help enhance all functioning in the body including the thickening of the endometrial lining in the uterus to improve the odds of implantation.

In situations of heightened stress, the sympathetic nervous system can disrupt a crucial axis affecting reproductive health and restrict blood flow to the ovaries, both of which acupuncture has been demonstrated to inhibit these responses.

Acupuncture has been in continuous usage around the globe for over 3,000 years. This Traditional Chinese Medicinal (TCM) treatment can aid in a wide range of health concerns, including fertility support. By improving the quality of the energy flowing through the body’s meridians, acupuncturists can improve the overall health, hormone regulation, and function of the body, increasing chances of conceiving. At Pulling Down the Moon, part of our goal is to help women and men make healthy lifestyle changes to increase their chances of conceiving through treatments like acupuncture for fertility.

Acupuncture treatment for fertility is the use of traditional acupuncture techniques to activate acupuncture points that target the reproductive organs. The goal is to encourage the body to regulate fertility hormones and increase blood flow to the reproductive organs, which increases the chances of successfully conceiving.

For centuries Asian countries have turned to acupuncture therapy to relieve pain, but how does it work? Traditional Chinese medicine states that illness is the result of an unbalanced Qi. Acupuncture therapy helps restore that balance by bringing energy flow to the various meridians or pathways the Qui moves through.

Western medicine also supports the use of acupuncture for pain management. The reason why it works is less clear, though. Evidence suggests that inserting fine needles at specific acupoints stimulates the release of endorphins that act as the body’s natural painkiller. It is also possible the stimulation from the needles affects pain processing and increases blood flow to help you feel better.

The leading tool is acupuncture needles. They are usually stainless steel, very thin and flexible. They may vary in size, as well.

Other potential tools include:

• Pressure studs
• Magnets or magnetic wand
• Cups
• Heat lamp
• Ear seeds
• Electro-stimulation device
• Moxibustion
• Red Light Therapy

The modern acupuncturist may use many of these tools, some, or only practice with needles.

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The optimal time to start acupuncture varies based on individual circumstances. However, many experts recommend beginning acupuncture three to four months before attempting conception through IUI, IVF, or natural methods. This allows for potential improvements in egg quality, hormone regulation, and overall reproductive health. It's advisable to consult with a licensed acupuncturist who can provide personalized guidance based on your specific situation and fertility goals.