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By Brian body parts, mental health, physical health, pre-op, Therapy, wellbeing , , , , , , , ,

IVF Acupuncture: What the Research Really Says

At Physio Fusion, we understand that IVF can be a physically demanding and emotionally exhausting process. For couples facing repeated disappointments, the search for something—anything—that might improve their odds is deeply personal. This is where acupuncture may play a powerful, evidence-informed role.

What the Science Says

Clinical research suggests acupuncture may support fertility outcomes when used alongside IVF. A well-known meta-analysis published in the BMJ found that acupuncture performed on the day of embryo transfer increased pregnancy rates compared to no acupuncture at all (Manheimer et al., 2008).

Another study in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine concluded that acupuncture may enhance endometrial receptivity, helping create a more welcoming environment for embryo implantation (Qian et al., 2017).

While no treatment can guarantee pregnancy, acupuncture has shown promising outcomes in enhancing IVF success rates in carefully controlled studies.

Why Consider Acupuncture?

Here are some ways acupuncture may help support IVF:

  • Improve blood flow to the uterus

  • Support hormonal balance (FSH, LH, estrogen)

  • Reduce stress and anxiety, especially during the 2-week wait

  • Regulate menstrual cycles and ovulation

  • Support embryo implantation on transfer day

Our Patient-Centered Approach

At Physio Fusion, your care begins with a detailed consultation covering your full IVF history, menstrual cycle, lab results, and lifestyle. We design a personalised acupuncture treatment plan to align with key stages of your fertility journey:

  • 1–3 months of preparation before IVF

  • Treatment before and after embryo transfer

  • Weekly support during early pregnancy

  • Ongoing sessions through each trimester

Our acupuncturist also has a background in midwifery, offering a rare combination of reproductive insight and gentle, experienced care. Although the full cycle of care is important, you could start acupuncture treatment at any stage of your fertility treatment journey. We recommend you discuss this with your fertility specialist and ensure they are supportive of this.

Fertility Is a Team Effort

Fertility isn’t just a woman’s journey. Healthy sperm is just as important as healthy eggs. That’s why we provide evidence-based lifestyle guidance for men to optimise their sperm quality—something that takes around 74 days to improve.

Simple changes in sleep, diet, screen exposure, and supplements can make a real difference.

Let’s Walk This Path Together

Whether you’ve tried IVF once or multiple times, you deserve support that considers your whole body, your emotions, and your goals.

Our mission is to help you feel more in control of your journey, one step at a time.

📞 Call us today to book your initial IVF acupuncture consultation.
🌐 Learn more at Physiotherapy & Acupuncture – Your first step to recovery

Evidence-backed care. Compassion-led support.

 

By Physio Team Appointments & Fees, body parts, ergonomics, Exercises, good posture, Home exercises, Injury, Lockdown, lockdown wellbeing, mental health, muscles, online consultations, pain, physical health, Physio, posture, rehabilitation, Therapy, wellbeing, WFH, Working from home , , , , , , , , , ,

How to stay Healthy and Sane during Lockdown

 

The restrictions and change brought by the outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in a great deal of control being taken from our hands; this has been anxiety provoking for many of us. Nevertheless, it’s important to re-evaluate, acknowledge and place focus upon the matters that we DO have control over so that we can gain our personal power back!

 

Lockdown Productivity Tips

 

 

Check in with yourself: how is your body and mind feeling. Embrace your emotions and give yourself permission to feel the way toy do.

:large_blue_diamond: Stay connected: Social connection is inevitably limited at the moment but catching up with people via text or facetime will help prevent feelings of isolation.

:large_blue_diamond: Maintain some form of routine: Maintaining a routine helps provide some structure do days which often all seem to merge into one.

:large_blue_diamond: Get fresh air where possible: Daily fresh air can provide an easy change of scenery when we are stuck at home most of the day.

:large_blue_diamond: Gentle exercise is a MUST!

:large_blue_diamond: Stay Hydrated: Drinking enough water is important to keep your body hydrated and makes sure your body functions properly.

:large_blue_diamond: Eat well- You’d be surprised how your diet can affect how you feel. Gut health in particular is linked to mental health.

:large_blue_diamond: Get to that “thing” you’ve been delaying for months

:large_blue_diamond: Pick up a good book

:large_blue_diamond: Learn new habits or rediscover old ones

:sparkles: These may seem like simple strategies but sometimes it’s the simple things that are most effective :sparkles:

“One day this will all be over and we will be grateful for life in ways we never felt possible”

The gratitude we will have for the things we once took for granted will be unmeasurable- getting on a plane, an impromptu visit to the cinema, a shopping spree, going to the gym, even meeting a friend for lunch at a café. Keep going, nothing lasts forever and we have so much to look forward to. In the mean time take each day as it comes, be kind, support those who are struggling and keep going! You are stronger and more resilient than you know!