Infertility in St. Augustine, FL
If you live in St. Augustine, FL, and need a licensed acupuncturist, make an appointment with Morgan Reade A.P., L.Ac., your caring provider at All American Acupuncture. With almost 20 years of experience and knowledge of Chinese herbology and dietary therapy, this provider has helped many people with headaches, nerve pain, and infertility issues.
Acupuncture and Infertility Care
If you're trying to get pregnant, getting your body to be as healthy and stress-free as possible is essential. Acupuncture is known for increasing blood flow, improving lymphatic drainage, and relaxing the body. The practice is known for balancing "Chi" in Chinese medicine and promoting the natural healing process. When using acupuncture as part of your facility enhancement process, your practitioner may target your abdominal area as it’s close to your reproductive organs.
Some of the benefits of using acupuncture at this time include helping to regulate an irregular menstrual cycle, improving a male sperm count, increasing blood flow to your reproductive organs, and providing stress relief that's good for you mentally and physically.
Blood Flow
Increased healthy blood flow to the reproductive organs helps nutrients get to the uterus and ovaries. Better blood flow in this area can help a potential pregnancy take place as the body can respond better to fertility medication. It can help thicken the uterine lining, making it easier for egg fertilization to implant itself.
Stress
Stress can affect both the mind and the body. The use of acupuncture needles in the skin causes a reaction in which the body produces endorphins, which are natural painkillers. These are the same hormones produced by the brain that create a feeling of wellness or “happiness” whenever you work out. As a result, your body and mind will naturally relax if you are undergoing IVF or want to create a balanced state.
Hormonal Balance
Hormones play a role in reproduction. Acupuncture can influence the endocrine system, which affects hormones such as estrogen and testosterone. Your trained acupuncturist knows what acupoints to stimulate to create a balance that can prevent menstrual cramps and irregularity.