Using acupuncture to treat infertility
Whilst some couples may be aware of specific problems such as low AMH levels, poor sperm quality, PCOS, endometriosis and recurrent miscarriage, many cases of infertility are unexplained and a cause can be hard to identify. Karen Jefferies at Colchester acupuncture has undergone a number of specialist fertility training courses in fertility acupuncture and has more than ten years of experience treating fertility issues with both acupuncture and herbs. Karen has helped many couples in Colchester and Essex to conceive.
Acupuncture treatment for fertility issues
Acupuncture treatment for patients is carried out according to both their western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis. By using acupuncture and sometimes herbs, the aim is to improve blood flow to the reproductive organs, balance the hormones as well as the emotions, making conception easier. Patients tend to see improvements in both their physical and emotional wellbeing, which helps with fertility issues.
Fertility blood test
As a trained Phlebotomist, I’m able to offer blood testing through Forth laboratories. It tests for Amh which can indicate your Ovarian reserve, FSH and LH plus your thyroid hormones. Patients wishing to include this are advised to purchase the test kit and I can take the blood sample. Contact me in advance of your appointment.
Using the basal body temperature charting (BBT) to assess fertile times
Downloadable chart
BBT can help provide vital information relating to fertility
Some consultants don’t approve of women charting BBT because they feel it can make women obsessive about their fertility, but it can be beneficial providing it’s not too stressful. If you know how to interpret the BBT fertility chart , then it can provide a lot of information about your fertility and actually, if your chart resembles the one above then we know things are in ‘working order.’ In other words, that ovulation is occurring and producing an adequate amount of progesterone (seen by the temperature rise). It can give us some very helpful information on your fertility and what’s happening in your cycle.
To speak to me about your fertility acupuncture treatment or book online for a fertility acupuncture consultation, visit my contact page