Acupuncture Treatment During IVF

Initial Consultation

Acupuncture for IVF support usually starts with an initial preparation period of about 3 months. In this period your acupuncturist will discuss your diet, lifestyle, general wellbeing and address any concerns about the treatment you may have. In addition it is important to bring any results from your own western doctors such FSH levels, low AMH etc. Often the acupuncturist will take details of your menstrual cycle, length, regularity etc.

During IVF

During the periods whereby you will be 'down regulating' and 'stimulating' acupuncture can help to maintain the free flow of energy keeping you calm and energised. The aim is to support the body during this stressful time. In addition the aim of acupuncture is to optimise the 'Qi' of the body to ensure a healthy follicle growth and a good endometrial thickness aswell. This will help egg collection as well as maintaining a certain element of calmness during the whole procedure.

Post Egg Collection

This treatment takes place immediately after egg collection. This will aid post operative care and speed up the healing of the vital organs, helping to reduce internal swelling. The aim is to keep the 'Qi' energy flow vitalised to the area of concern, ensuring optimal conditions for implantation of the embryo.

Pre Embryo (Blastocyst) Transfer

This treatment is aimed at dilating the cervix and warming the womb to create the perfect conditions for egg transfer.

Post Embryo Transfer

This treatment occurs after the embryo has been transferred to the womb. The aim of this treatment is to relax and calm the patient and maintain an upwards holding energy pattern to ensure the embryo stays in the womb.

Implantation Treatment

This treatment occurs 4-7 days after the implantation and this falls inline with time when the embryo would naturally implant along the lining of the uterus. This treatment encourages the lining of the uterus to be as thick and as oxygenated as possible. At this time also the aim is to support and relax the patient during the whole waiting period.

Pregnancy support treatment

Additional treatments during the duration of the pregnancy can ensure a smoother ride. Issues such as morning sickness, anxiety, breech presentation and preparation for labour are just some of the areas covered by acupuncture.