Welcome to the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns, founder of the Naturna Institute in New York City. In this episode, Dr. Burns goes into the scientific evidence supporting the use of acupuncture in fertility treatments.
By discussing key studies and their findings, she illustrates how acupuncture can enhance fertility treatment outcomes, improve emotional well-being, and increase the chances of successful conception. Whether you're undergoing IVF, IUI, or trying to conceive naturally, this episode offers valuable insights into how acupuncture can be a beneficial addition to your fertility journey.
In this episode, you will learn:
- The scientific evidence supporting acupuncture for fertility enhancement
- How acupuncture can improve emotional well-being during IVF and IUI
- The impact of acupuncture on success rates during embryo transfer
- Key studies that support the integration of acupuncture into fertility treatments
- The physiological benefits of acupuncture during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle
- How acupuncture increases blood flow to the uterus and thickens the uterine lining
- The role of acupuncture in reducing Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
Timestamped Highlights:
- [02:15] Overview of today's topic: Acupuncture and fertility
- [03:30] Study on women's perceptions of acupuncture with IVF
- [05:00] Emotional benefits of acupuncture during IVF treatments
- [08:00] Famous study on acupuncture on the day of embryo transfer
- [10:00] Improved success rates with acupuncture during embryo transfer
- [12:30] Meta-analysis and medical community acceptance
- [15:00] Acupuncture in the luteal phase improving IVF and ICSI outcomes
- [18:00] Physiological benefits of acupuncture during the luteal phase
- [20:00] Acupuncture to increase blood flow to the uterus
- [23:00] Electro stimulation and its effects on uterine blood flow
- [25:00] Acupuncture's role in thickening the uterine lining
- [28:00] Addressing stress and its impact on fertility
- [30:00] Acupuncture reducing Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
- [33:00] Practical advice on integrating acupuncture into fertility treatment
- [35:00] The importance of finding a qualified acupuncture practitioner
- [38:00] Addressing concerns about the pain of acupuncture
- [40:00] Final thoughts and encouragement for listeners
About Dr. Christina Burns:
Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."
Connect with Dr. Christina Burns:
Website: https://www.christinaburns.com/
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Join the Eating for Optimal Fertility Course: https://naturna.mn.co/
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