How to Treat Infertility Through Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient Eastern healing technique that helps the body help itself. Needles approximately equal in diameter to a guitar string are used to puncture the skin in various places, known as energy pathways. Acupuncture theory contends that blockages in these pathways cause illness, and that health is restored by using needles to clear these blockages. It is said to be possible to treat infertility through acupuncture, as well as many other ailments including constipation, neuralgia, back pain, dizziness and depression.

Things You'll Need

• Computer with Internet access for contacting acupuncturists

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Instructions

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  Understand how acupuncture helps. Acupuncture can treat infertility by improving blood circulation in the pelvic cavity and boosting ovarian function. Brush up on the basis of acupuncture by browsing the Acupuncture Web site (see Resources below).

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  Know what to expect. Fertility experts use acupuncture as just one part of an overall plan to improve health and wellness, so you may be required to make certain lifestyle changes to accomplish your goals. With health comes fertility.

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  Learn about acupuncture's role in regulating hormonal imbalances. For some women, infertility is the result of hormonal imbalances. This situation may be remedied with acupuncture. It may be helpful to rent or buy the DVD "East Meets West: Acupuncture and Herbs for the Treatment of Infertility with World-Renowned Fertility Specialist Dr. Mike Berkley, L.Ac., DA(RI)," available on Amazon (see Resources below).

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  Understand where the needles will be placed. Acupuncture points for infertility are usually located on the lower back, lower abdomen and legs.

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  Seek the assistance of an expert. Find an acupuncturist with experience in fertility issued by visiting the Acufinder Web site (see Resources below).

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  Meet with your chosen acupuncturist and give him or her as much information as possible--how long you have been trying to conceive as well as a full description of your medical history.

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  Follow your acupuncturist's treatment schedule to completion. Be sure to ask questions prior to any session--get your money's worth and peace of mind by being vocal.