Acupuncture for IVF – Your Top Questions Answered
Acupuncture has been used for decades to support IVF treatments. Here are our most commonly asked questions: 1. Do I really need acupuncture if I am doing IVF? The reason many Reproductive Endocrinologists recommend acupuncture for IVF is they want their patients to succeed in becoming pregnant. Acupuncture is an adjunct therapy that optimizes the […]
Endometriosis – Can Acupuncture Help?
Living with endometriosis can be extremely painful and cause symptoms such as bloating, gastric distress and infertility. Endometriosis results from 3 main imbalances in the body: hormone imbalance immune dysfunction inflammation In order to address endometriosis fully, we must address each of these imbalances. Traditional Chinese Medicine is a great tool since it can support […]
5 Ways Acupuncture Can Help You With IVF
For some people wanting to have a baby, IVF may be the only option. Reproductive Endocrinologists know that acupuncture improves IVF outcomes. Here’s why they refer patients to acupuncturists, like Lokahi Acupuncture, who specialize in fertility medicine: 1. Acupuncture increases blood flow to the ovaries Correct placement of the acupuncture needles has been shown to […]
5 Tips for Trying to Conceive Naturally
We often hear the phrase “I never thought it could be this hard.” Trying to conceive naturally can be a challenge, but you can give yourself the best possible chance with a few tips. Here are our 5 top tips for trying to conceive naturally. Know your cycle We are taught in school that ovulation […]