When To Consider Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Infertility
As media coverage of acupuncture’s role in the treatment of infertility increases, certain questions repeatedly arise from prospective patients.
Read More…What is Oriental Medicine and how does it help with infertility?
Oriental Medicine has developed over thousands of years to include acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, tui-na (soft tissue mobilization), and qigong (meditative breathing and movement). [..]
Read More…of my fallopian tubes are blocked, can acupuncture help?
In this case, ART (assisted reproduction technology), rather than acupuncture, would be recommended. [..]
Read More…What types of infertility respond best to Oriental Medicine?
Relatively minor complications such as slightly low sperm counts, irregular ovulation, mild endometriosis, and vague hormonal imbalances tend to respond best. [..]
Read More…My doctor doesn’t want me to take herbs during my IVF cycle, will the acupuncture alone be effective?
While no treatment is 100% guaranteed, acupuncture without Chinese herbs can still be quite effective. [..]
Read More…Should my partner be undergoing acupuncture and herbal treatment as well?
In Oriental medicine theory, both partners should address their health in order to achieve the best outcome. [..]
Read More…How long does acupuncture treatment last?
A typical acupuncture visit will last anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes depending on complexity [..]
Read More…I do not like needles. Is acupuncture painful?
This is an important question concerning those undergoing IVF, as the fear of needles will sooner or later have to be addressed. [..]
Read More…My doctor diagnosed me with unexplained infertility. Can acupuncture help?
Although no detectable abnormality is apparent, Chinese medicine often can detect a possible cause. [..]
Read More…How do I know if my acupuncture physician (A.P.) is qualified?
In order to practice acupuncture in the state of Florida, an A.P. Must be licensed by the Florida Department of Health and board certified by the NCCAOM [..]
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