Until today, traditional Chinese medicine is still practised in Singapore. TCM is an ancient treatment used in Singapore, China, and other countries in Asia. Its focus is on improving health and wellness by using herbals, old rituals, meditation, cups and the like.
One of the TCM practises in Singapore is acupuncture, used for back pain or fertility. Research shows that through acupuncture, chances of pregnancy increase up to 65 per cent.
Here are the FAQs for the process of acupuncture for fertility:
Does Acupuncture Hurt?
Acupuncture specialist says that it does not hurt at all. Clients may not even feel the needles. You may feel itchy, warm, sore during the session, but it is normal for your sensations. At first, you may experience a tingling sensation, most likely during the process of inserting the acupuncture needles. If you feel any sharp sensation, tell the acupuncture specialist, they will readjust the needles for your comfort.
How Often Should You Come For Your Acupuncture?
For natural cycle acupuncture, it is advisable to visit a TCM clinic in Singapore once a week. While for IVF or other medicated and monitored cycle acupuncture, it should be twice a week. Some studies indicate that women with regular acupuncture lead to better outcomes, more pregnancies, and more live births.
What Happens During A Typical Acupuncture Session?
You will lay down on a massage table. You may undress for better access to some acupuncture points. Once you’re comfortable, the acupuncture needles for fertility will be inserted. After the insertion, you may relax for 20-25 minutes. It’s like massage, but acupunctures require needles.
How Does Acupuncture For Fertility Work?
Acupuncture helps in the regulation of reproductive hormones, and improves blood flow to the uterus, ovaries, and other reproductive body parts. Studies indicate that smooth blood flow may increase embryos implantation and reproduction.
Acupuncture may be of big help for treating fertility. After all, before all these innovative technologies, ancient people used and practised traditional Chinese medicine in Singapore and China.
For experienced physicians and acupuncture concerns, you may book an appointment or consultation through Thomson Chinese Medicine’s website.
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