{"id":6982,"date":"2014-01-31T17:58:00","date_gmt":"2014-01-31T14:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/serkanoral.com\/tam-isabet-tup-bebek-lightbox\/"},"modified":"2025-09-08T23:18:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T20:18:09","slug":"why-acupuncture-in-ivf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/serkanoral.com\/en\/why-acupuncture-in-ivf\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Acupuncture in IVF?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">\u0130\u00e7indekiler<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/serkanoral.com\/en\/why-acupuncture-in-ivf\/#why-acupuncture-in-ivf\" >Why Acupuncture in IVF?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/serkanoral.com\/en\/why-acupuncture-in-ivf\/#does-acupuncture-reduce-stress\" >Does Acupuncture Reduce Stress?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/serkanoral.com\/en\/why-acupuncture-in-ivf\/#how-much-does-stress-affect-ivf-success\" >How Much Does Stress Affect IVF Success?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/serkanoral.com\/en\/why-acupuncture-in-ivf\/#when-is-acupuncture-applied-in-ivf\" >When Is Acupuncture Applied in IVF?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/serkanoral.com\/en\/why-acupuncture-in-ivf\/#how-is-acupuncture-performed\" >How Is Acupuncture Performed?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In vitro fertilization (IVF)<\/strong> is often a stressful and demanding process. One of the major challenges to achieving success in IVF is the mother\u2019s stress level and the inability of the endometrium (the uterine lining where the embryo is implanted) to reach sufficient vascular maturity and thickness after transfer. Acupuncture has been shown to support the development of the endometrium, helping it reach the desired level of readiness. Studies conducted in the United States and published in medical journals indicate that applying acupuncture during IVF increases pregnancy rates among couples who undergo this supportive treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-acupuncture-reduce-stress\"><\/span>Does Acupuncture Reduce Stress?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clinical outcomes suggest that pregnancy rates are higher among patients who receive acupuncture. The stimulation of acupuncture points increases the release of <strong>beta-endorphins<\/strong> throughout the body. Elevated beta-endorphin levels can indirectly enhance fertility. By inserting fine needles\u2014or applying mild electrical stimulation\u2014into specific points, acupuncture improves blood flow to the uterus, promotes endometrial maturation, and creates conditions favorable for implantation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this reason, acupuncture is now widely recognized as a complementary therapy in IVF treatment. Traditionally practiced for centuries in countries such as China, acupuncture provides valuable support to women undergoing IVF by relieving stress, regulating organ functions, strengthening the immune system, and ultimately increasing the chances of conception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-does-stress-affect-ivf-success\"><\/span>How Much Does Stress Affect IVF Success?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For IVF to succeed, it is essential that the mother remains healthy and free from excessive stress. Psychological distress during treatment can disrupt hormone secretion, which in turn lowers the chances of success. Acupuncture, with its regulating and balancing effects, helps counteract stress and minimize its negative impact on IVF outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"when-is-acupuncture-applied-in-ivf\"><\/span>When Is Acupuncture Applied in IVF?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The timing of acupuncture may vary depending on the treatment approach:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First method:<\/strong> Once a week starting one month before embryo transfer, and again 1\u20132 hours before the transfer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Second method:<\/strong> On the same day, both before and shortly after embryo transfer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Third method:<\/strong> Before embryo transfer and then again 2\u20133 days afterwards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Acupuncture techniques also differ by point selection:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Body points only<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Body and ear points combined<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Electroacupuncture<\/strong>, which stimulates points near nerves using modern devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While acupuncture has no known side effects, care must be taken to avoid points that could potentially cause uterine contractions or risk miscarriage after embryo transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-is-acupuncture-performed\"><\/span>How Is Acupuncture Performed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Acupuncture is a traditional treatment method that involves inserting very fine needles into specific points of the body to restore balance and treat various health conditions. In addition to whole-body acupuncture, <strong>ear acupuncture<\/strong> is a well-established method. Each organ of the body is represented in the ear, and when ear acupuncture is combined with body acupuncture, results are achieved more quickly due to the direct connection between ear points and internal organs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accurate identification of the correct acupuncture points and depth is critical, which is why treatment should only be performed by trained professionals. 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