Praktijk Tian specialises in infertility and pregnancy counselling.
Becoming pregnant and having children does not come naturally to everyone. The WHO (World Health Organisation) shows that 15% of couples seek medical help for this. In 30% the problem lies with the woman, in 30% with the man and in 30% with a combination. In the remaining cases, no cause was found.
Sometimes reduced fertility has a clear cause, such as ovarian problems, failure to ovulate, repeated miscarriages, endometriosis, reduced sperm quality, ...
In Chinese Medicine, this may indicate hormonal imbalance. Several studies show that treating with acupuncture significantly increases the chances of pregnancy. Acupuncture as support during an Insemination, IVF or ICSI can also increase the chances of pregnancy. The acupuncture sessions will help:
- Stimulating the blood flow in the uterus and ovaries
- Improving circulation and thickening of the endometrium
- Regulating the hormonal balance
- Reducing stress
- Improving the immune system
- ...
Recent studies show the effect of acupuncture in IVF:
http://www.iocob.nl/acupunctuur/acupunctuur-helpt-bij-ivf.html
http://www.bmj;com/content/336/7643/545.long
If you want more information about scientific research on acupuncture and infertility, you can take a look at the website of The Acupuncture IVF Support Clinic in Australia
Yay, pregnant!
Many people wonder if one can use acupuncture during pregnancy. You certainly can! It contributes to a pleasant pregnancy. It can stop the pains of pregnancy and even trigger the delivery.
Here are some indications where acupuncture may help:
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Backache
- Sleeping problems
- Haemorrhoids
- Fear, depression
- Recovery from miscarriage or childbirth
- Breech presentation
- Preparing and initiating childbirth
- ...
Even after childbirth, acupuncture can contribute to good health. For questions, please call or e-mail me.