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Acupuncture for IVF

The evidence is clear: acupuncture can improve IVF success significantly. It can also help you better handle the emotional roller coaster and the side effects caused by the medications.

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At taproot, we have helped many couples through various stages of IVF, from preparation, retrieval rounds and embryo transfers.

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Our fertility protocol is most effective with a minimum of 3 months of treatment before your procedure, although we can jump in to help at any part of your journey.

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Before you start: setting the stage

The best time to start Acupuncture is 3 months prior to an IVF. During this time, regular acupuncture & herbs will allow your whole body to reach a healthier baseline to increase your chances. We will also offer lifestyle, supplements & nutrition insights.

Read : Acupuncture for fertility, how long does it take to work?

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Benefits of getting acupuncture & herbs weekly before IVF:

-regularized cycles

-improved uterine lining

-improved egg quality

-lowered stress level

-weight management

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Egg retrieval

Acupuncture prior to a retrieval cycle can help in the following ways:

-improve your egg quality

-improve your response in case of low ovarian reserve

-offset the side effects of the stimulant medications

-help with ovarian hyper-stimulation syndrome (OHSS)

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Embryo transfer

Studies have showed that getting acupuncture on the day of your transfer, directly before and directly after, can improve pregnancy rates by 65%. 

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However, the live birth rate is even better if you have been coming for a while before you started the IVF process.

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You will receive 2 treatments on the day of your transfer.. We recommend weekly sessions until the pregnancy test result and throughout. pregnancy too!

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