IVF support

Acupuncture has been used as a successful adjunct to IVF and IUI procedures in fertility clinics around the world to increase pregnancy outcomes. It is now understood that not only does acupuncture benefit the outcomes of IVF,  it also has the ability to reduce treatment-induced stress levels associated with fertility treatments and medications.

Recent studies and clinical trials have found acupuncture significantly improves the chances of conception in women undergoing IVF treatments. These mechanisms by which acupuncture is thought to be effective, include:

• Balancing hormones via regulation of hypothalamic-pituitary–ovarian axis
• Improving blood flow and circulation to the uterus and ovaries
• Reducing the effects of stress and anxiety which are known to impact health

The number of acupuncture treatments is influential in these studies. The effectiveness of acupuncture is dose dependant, therefore a series of treatments is usually required for beneficial effects.

We recommend receiving acupuncture weekly in 8-10 weeks leading up to your egg collection or transfer to increase IVF success rates. If however, you are currently undergoing preparation for IVF we can work with where you are at in your cycle. IVF support pre and post-transfer involves treating patients the day before or day of embryo transfer followed by a second treatment the day after transfer.

Dr Frances Tobeck provides expert care for women with Endometriosis, Fertility, IVF preparation, and hormonal health conditions.

Contact us today or make an appointment so we can create a comprehensive plan to assist you on your fertility journey. Frances also works in the Melbourne Clinic | Acupuncture in St Kilda – please email or text to request a booking. Mondays only.