Acupuncture & Tui Na
I am an acupuncture & Tui Na therapist
I trained at Body Harmonics in Cheltenham.
I trained at Body Harmonics in Cheltenham.
Protocol for Auricular Acupuncture
Recommended for IVF
- Before Egg Retrieval: 2-3 sessions to regulate plasma levels of fertility hormones and maturing eggs
- After egg retrieval: 1 session on the afternoon of egg retrieval to relieve bloating, pain and potential side effects of ovarian stimulation.
- Before Sperm collection: 2 Sessions before sperm collection to raise sperm count and motility
- Morning of
Normal acupuncture needles, ear seeds (magnetic or herbal seeds on a small piece of adhesive tape) or ear tacks (very small needles on adhesive tape) are used to stimulate these pressure points. Normal acupuncture needles are removed after treatment, whereas ear seeds or ear tacks are removed after several days or weeks.
Auricular acupuncture treats specific points to reduce sympathetic nerve activity, balance hormone levels, stimulate ovulation, relax the uterus and optimize endometrial receptivity.
It can be used as a standalone treatment at any stage of an IVF cycle.
Recommended schedule for IVF cycle
Auricular acupuncture treats specific points to reduce sympathetic nerve activity, balance hormone levels, stimulate ovulation, relax the uterus and optimize endometrial receptivity.
It can be used as a standalone treatment at any stage of an IVF cycle.
Recommended schedule for IVF cycle
- Before egg retrieval: 2-3 sessions to regulate plasma levels of fertility hormones and maturating eggs.
- After egg retrieval: 1 session on the afternoon of egg retrieval to relive bloating, pain and potential side effects of ovarian stimulation.
- Before sperm collection: 2 sessions before sperm collection to raise sperm count and motility.
- Morning of embryo transfer: 1 session to relax the uterus, increase blood flow and to promote overall relaxation.
- Afternoon of embryo transfer: 1 session immediately after transfer to promote implantation and balance hormone levels.