Acupuncture and fertility: the complement that can contribute to achieving pregnancy in reproductive treatments

When a long-desired pregnancy proves difficult to achieve, many women and couples look for complementary strategies that may improve their chances of expanding their family. Acupuncture, a technique from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has sparked growing interest in the field of assisted reproduction due to its benefits in regulating the body and promoting general well-being.

In light of certain studies, it seems that this technique can contribute to the success of treatments by enhancing certain beneficial bodily processes and providing some physical advantages to the patient:

  • Improvement of blood flow in the uterus and ovaries, which may optimize endometrial receptivity and embryo implantation.
  • Hormonal regulation, helping balance the menstrual cycle and promoting more regular ovulation.
  • Reduction of stress and anxiety, factors that can negatively impact the ability to conceive.
  • Decrease in the side effects associated with hormonal medication used in ovarian stimulation, such as headaches or abdominal bloating.
Interest in acupuncture and its use in assisted reproduction procedures continues to grow, with ongoing research and discoveries in the field. In fact, it is not uncommon for some specialized centers to integrate this medicinal approach as a complementary therapy, sometimes accompanied by herbal medicine (medicinal plants), aiming to improve the patient's well-being and create a favorable physiological environment for conception. In this regard, acupuncture can be a valuable tool as part of the reproductive process, as long as it is applied by professionals with proven experience and success.