Fertility & Reproductive Health Specialist
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As a fully trained Acupuncturist, I have an interest in all aspects of human health and wellbeing. Amazing results can be achieved using this ancient form of medicine and I am still often amazed at the benefits it can bring. These range from a decrease or cessation of chronic pain, to bringing a long awaited child to a family that desires one the most.
Fertility treatments can be emotional, invasive, expensive and time consuming. I know!
Acupuncture is fast becoming recognised as an inexpensive, pleasant, painless conjunct to Western Medical fertility treatments - that works!
“Women who undergo IVF increase their chances of pregnancy if they are also treated with acupuncture, a new analysis suggests. The benefits may be large — a 65 per cent increase in the chance of becoming pregnant, and a 91 per cent increase in the number of live births.” (Hawkes,Nigel., 2008. Course of acupuncture may raise success of IVF treatment by 65%. The Times Online [internet]. 8 Feb)
How does it work?
1. Improve the function of the ovaries to produce better quality eggs
2. Regulate the hormones to produce a larger number of follicles
3. Increase the blood flow to the uterus and increase the thickness of the uterine lining
4. Relax the patient and decrease their stress
5. Prevent the uterus from contracting
6. Lessen the side effects of drugs used in IVF
7. Strengthen the immune system
8. Improve semen to create better quality and quantity of embryos
9. Decrease chances of miscarriage.
( Liang,Lifang 2006. Acupuncture & IVF. Blue Poppy Press p.xxiv)
Acupuncture is a very versatile tool that also helps with: Period pain, ammenorhea, endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids, PMS, morning sickness, pregnancy oedema, habitual miscarriage, anxiety, labour induction, breast feeding difficulties, post-natal depression, to name just a few!!
I am a fully qualified acupuncturist who specialises in fertility, women’s health, IVF support programs, male fertility, obstetrics and gynecology. I have also had first-hand experience with IVF and I look forward to helping you achieve your dreams of a family.
Health Fund Rebates AACMA Member
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QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Bachelor of Health Science, Acupuncture
MAP
Acupuncture, Natural Fertility Management, Womens Health
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