Women's Health & Fertility

The U.S. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (part of the National Institutes of Health) reviews what current research does and does not show about acupuncture across a range of conditions.

An individual-patient-data meta-analysis of nearly 21,000 patients found acupuncture was associated with modest improvements in chronic pain compared with both sham and no-acupuncture controls, with benefits that persisted over time.

What do you support on the women's health and fertility side?

Comfort through menstrual and hormonal changes, PMS and cramps, PCOS and endometriosis-related discomfort, the perimenopause transition, and supportive care while trying to conceive or going through IVF or IUI. We talk through your goals at the first visit.

Can I combine this with IVF, IUI or my OB-GYN's care?

Yes — that is the usual way it is used. We time sessions around your cycle and procedures and work alongside your fertility clinic or OB-GYN rather than in place of them. It is supportive care, not a fertility treatment on its own.

Is acupuncture safe during pregnancy?

When performed by a licensed acupuncturist trained in prenatal care, it is widely used for pregnancy wellness. We tailor each session to your stage of pregnancy and keep your OB informed.

How often would I come in?

For cycle-related concerns a steady rhythm often helps at first, and many patients space visits out over time. If you are working toward a procedure date, we plan around it.