Acupuncture has a long and glorious history in the Eastern world. Its been applied for centuries in the treatment of an endless variety of ailments, diseases and conditions. From painful periods to the common cold; from insomnia to hypertension; furthermore its application in fertility treatment is now widely accepted as a viable opportunity for both male and female.
As the population of the United States ages, age related health issues arise. Following is a summary of the use of acupuncture in the treatment of male impotence.
Recent studies have shown that acupuncture, the ancient Chinese healing art, can have an amazingly positive effect on those women undergoing an in vitro fertilization procedure. The ivf occurs in several steps over the course of two weeks or more, often leaving a woman feeling ill, stressed out, and tired. The overall procedure often leaves a woman without the vital strength necessary for a woman during pregnancy.
An alternative to "so-called" modern methods for the treatment of fertility is an ancient method of healing - acupuncture. Of course, it's not a catch-all for couples that have been having problems having a baby. For example: Acupuncture treatment for couples with structural issues (i.e. blocked sperm or duct damaged fallopian tubes) are less likely to have success than couples with issues like inconsistent ovulation.
In the past, acupuncture has stirred images of zither music (i.e. a stringed instrument having 30 to 40 strings over a shallow horizontal soundboard and played with pick and fingers), darkened rooms and incense burning. Toss in the added visual of needles sticking in the flesh and surely, no one in their right mind would consider venturing into this alien world seeking Oriental magic to improve their health and general well being.
Primarily a Chinese remedy, acupuncture is a complementary modern treatment that cures infertility problems in both men and women. Acupuncture for infertility is most effective for those people who are suffering from problems like irregular ovulation, or blockage in the sperm ducts.
Acupuncture is the ancient Chinese method of using tiny needles to stimulate specific areas or "meridians" of the body and to rebalance the body's energy, or chi. Because acupuncture is especially effective for chronic conditions, many pregnant women are turning to acupuncture to provide drug-free relief from many of the unpleasant symptoms of pregnancy.