12/06/2025
So many times I see women seeking help to get pregnant after IVF/ICS has failed. But, research suggests that fertility increases when acupuncture is applied before and during IVF/ICS. Consider acupuncture as part of your IVF plan beginning 1-3 months before, on the day of controlled ovarian hyperstimulation, and on the day of egg retrieval. Here is some research...
Westergaard LG, Mao Q, Krogslund M, et al. Acupuncture on the day of embryo transfer significantly improves the reproductive outcome in infertile women: a prospective, randomized trial. Fertility & Sterility, 2006;85(5):1341-1346.
The Timing and Dose Effect of Acupuncture on Pregnancy Outcomes for Infertile Women Undergoing In Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - PubMed https://share.google/QefPfyCo5JoP61vsF
Correlation between acupuncture dose and pregnancy outcomes in women with polycystic o***y syndrome undergoing in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer: a systematic review - PubMed https://share.google/o7QupdrpwkkzrDxu5
Effect of Acupuncture on Endometrial Blood Flow in Women Undergoing in vitro Fertilization Embryo Transfer: A Single Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial - PubMed https://share.google/ZLeXymsiZadGnDu8b