Infertility with Mind-Body acupuncture technique can improve In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) outcomes. Now in Beverly Hills, Glendale, Los Angeles and Corona Ca

What is Infertility? Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system that impairs one of the body's most basic functions of making baby.

Conception It is a complicated process that depends upon many factors:

• The production of healthy sperm by the man and healthy eggs by the woman
• Unblocked fallopian tubes that allow the sperm to reach the egg The sperm's ability to reach the egg
• A good quality embryo

Symptom and Sign Unable to achieve pregnancy after a year of unprotected intercourse

Benefit of Acupuncture Treatment

• Enhance general health
• Reduce stress, control anxiety, enhance sleep and increase energy level
• Balance endocrine system
• For female:
  • Regulate menstrual cycle
  • Improve blood flow in pelvic cavity
  • Increase the chance of pregnancy for women undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF)
• For male:
  • Invigorate sperm
  • Enhance a man's sperm count and motility

Good candidates for Acupuncture and Herbal medicine

People who have a functional, rather than structural reason for infertility.

Infertility due to hormonal problems, immune disorders, amenorrhoea, irregular menstruation, stress and age related factors all fall into the category of functional infertility.

When is Acupuncture NOT the appropriate therapy?

Infertility involving structural modifications, such as fallopian tube damage or severe endometriosis. Therefore, a complete medical evaluation is recommended to understand the exact nature of the problem before decided using acupuncture treatment.

Treatment Plan

• Once a week for at least three consecutive cycles (twelve weeks)
• Treatments will begin with a comprehensive consultation in which you will discuss details of your menstrual cycle, medical history, lifestyle, nutrition and exercise habits
• Treatment will usually include acupuncture, customized herbal therapy, stress reduction and a reasonable diet

Diet (During Treatment)

• During regulating menstruation period, it is important not to eat food that are cold( Sushi, uncooked vegetables, salad, tomatoes, watermelon, cucumbers, watermelon, strawberries, tofu, crabs, bananas, pear, soy milk, kivi, ice cream, cold beverage) or sour(all citrus) in nature. They create stagnation and cause pain
• During the ovulatory phase, do not eat any cold nature food that cold the body
• Eat more nut and seeds
• Avoid overly spicy and pungent food
• Decrease processed food and increase organic food
• Avoid alcohol, coffee and cigarette smoking