How Acupuncture can Help with Fertility

By Andrea Smous | Published October 31, 2022

Research indicates that Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine can be successfully used to help regulate menstrual cycles, reduce stress, and support FERTILITY whether trying to get pregnant naturally or using IVF, IUI, or any other treatments.

The benefits of acupuncture for fertility (female AND male) can have numerous positive effects, including:

Higher rates of pregnancy and live births
Regulation of erratic menstrual cycles
Hormone regulation that helps produce higher numbers of follicles during IVF stimulation
Increased blood flow to the reproductive organs and increased thickness of the uterine lining
Improved sperm quality and quantity
Relief from side effects of fertility medications
Reduction in stress, anxiety, and depression, and deep relaxation
Strengthened the immune system

How can It Help?

Acupuncture has been recommended to help relieve conditions that affect fertility, such as:

Diminished Ovarian Reserve
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Premature Ovarian Failure
Anovulation
Advanced Maternal Age
Endometriosis
Luteal Phase Defect/Low Progesterone Levels
Recurrent Miscarriages
Poor Egg Quality
Thin Uterine/Endometrial Lining
Unexplained Fertility
High or Elevated FSH

Relieves Stress

One of the factors that could be preventing pregnancy is stress. Studies have shown that women going through IVF under stress decreases the pregnancy rate. Acupuncture is deeply relaxing to both the mind and body, helping to reduce the internal stress and anxiety that often accompanies your fertility journey.

Helps With IVF

Some studies have shown that acupuncture before an IVF can have a positive effect on the success rates of pregnancy. The relation may come from the relaxation that acupuncture promotes.

Our Acupuncture Treatment

Acupuncture treatments are not only used as a complementary treatment for infertility but are also used to treat a variety of ailments and as preventative medical care. Speak with us today to learn how we can help you achieve optimal health!

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What Is Medical Micro-needling – Collagen Induction Therapy?

By Andrea Smous | Published November 10, 2021

Medical Micro-needling (Collagen Induction Therapy) with SkinPen Precision device is a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment to rejuvenate the skin. Our SkinPen creates tiny punctures in the top layer of the skin, which triggers the body to create new collagen and elastin. Results can include improved texture and firmness, as well as a reduction in scars, pore size, and stretch marks.

At Compassion Acupuncture we offer various Fusion Meso Therapy serums that contain only pure active ingredients that offer a combination of peptides and growth factors, as well as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP). PRP contains a high concentration of stem cells, platelets, and growth factors to help stimulate collagen and elastin production for youthful-looking skin.

Benefits of SkinPen Medical Micro-needling include:

Improvement of fine lines and deeper wrinkles
Reduction of acne scars
Softening stretch marks
Evens skin tone
Lightens hyperpigmentation and sunspots
Reduces appearance of pores
Firms and smooths skin texture
Heals scars
Reduces broken capillaries and spider veins
Brings back the glow for fresher, younger-looking skin
Stimulates production of collagen and elastin

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

Before Treatment

Your provider will gently cleanse your skin. Topical anesthesia may be administered to assure maximum comfort during the treatment.

During Treatment

Skin Pen creates millions of controlled microchannels in the skin. This jump starts the production of collagen and elastin and encourages the release of growth factors that recruit and increase reparative cells. The result is a cascade of healing processes that can continue for months following your treatment.

The SkinPen treatment lasts approximately 30 minutes. Depending on whether an anesthetic is used prior to treatment, your entire treatment session may last up to one hour- still plenty of time to schedule your treatment before work or during your lunch hour. Be sure to speak with your provider before you come to get an accurate estimate, so you know how to plan your visit.

After Treatment

Your skin may initially appear slightly pink to red, similar to a mild sunburn. This is normal and should subside within 24 to 72 hours.

Some people see rejuvenated skin after just one treatment, and results may continue to improve for three to six months following your last treatment.

SkinPen Medical Micro-needling or Collagen Induction Therapy harnesses your skin’s natural powers of regeneration. Yes, you read that right! Micro-needling is one of the best options when it comes to skin rejuvenation! It’s safe and chemical-free! We all have different skin types, so if you’re not sure what your skin needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to schedule a FREE 15-minute consultation!

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Unlocking the Basics of Acupuncture: Understanding Qi, Blood, Yin & Yang

By admin | Published October 6, 2025

If you’ve been thinking about trying acupuncture but aren’t sure what to expect, this article just might be the best place to start. Let’s explore the basic concepts that form the foundation of acupuncture, including the nature of Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, and how these elements influence health and healing. continue reading »

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Finding Stillness: 5 Meditation Techniques

By admin | Published September 22, 2025

When Ethan first walked into the small, sunlit meditation studio at the edge of town, he wasn’t sure what he was looking for. After months of grinding stress at work, sleepless nights, and a gnawing sense of emptiness, something deep inside him said it was time to slow down.

But when the teacher began listing different types of meditation — mindfulness, mantra, visualization, body scan — Ethan’s mind spun again. Wasn’t meditation just… sitting quietly? continue reading »

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Acupuncture for Bell’s Palsy: A Natural and Effective Treatment

By admin | Published September 19, 2025

Bell’s Palsy is a sudden condition that causes weakness or paralysis on one side of the face. It can make smiling, blinking, or even speaking a challenge, and often leaves patients searching for quick and effective relief. While conventional care usually includes steroids, antivirals, and physical therapy, many people now turn to acupuncture for Bell’s Palsy as a natural treatment option. continue reading »

Posted in Acupuncture, ElectroAcupuncture, Facial Rejuvenation, Health, Holistic Health, Pain Management, Self-Care, Stress, Stress & Anxiety, What We Treat | Tagged acute pain, Bell's palsy, electro acupuncture, facial paralysis, pain management, pain relief | Comments Off

How Acupuncture Supports Recovery from Sports Injuries

By admin | Published September 8, 2025

Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior taking your sport of choice seriously, every practice, every competition, and every training session or practice is likely aimed at perfection. But when you get sidelined by injury, your whole world can change quickly.

And when standard injury recovery options like physical therapy provide little improvement, many athletes at every level are turning to acupuncture to aid recovery, manage pain, and get back in the game stronger than before. continue reading »

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Why Hydration Is Essential for Life

By admin | Published August 18, 2025

In our busy lives, it’s easy to underestimate the silent, vital role water plays. We often think of hydration as something necessary only when we’re exercising or sweating profusely. But hydration is critical to everyday health, affecting nearly every system in our bodies. continue reading »

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