Fertility

Unearthing The Benefits Of Acupuncture: An Ancient Practice With Modern Benefits

Acupuncture, an ancient healing technique rooted in Traditional Chinese medicine, has been practiced for over 3,000 years. It involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body, known as acupoints, to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities. This gentle yet effective therapy has gained widespread recognition for its potential to alleviate a wide range of health concerns.

Pain Management: A Promising Approach

One of the most well-established benefits of acupuncture is its effectiveness in managing pain. Numerous studies have demonstrated the positive impact of acupuncture in reducing chronic pain associated with conditions such as osteoarthritis, low back pain, neck pain, and headaches/migraines. By stimulating the release of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, acupuncture helps to alleviate pain and improve overall well-being.

Beyond Pain Relief: A Holistic Approach to Health

Acupuncture’s benefits extend far beyond pain management. This holistic therapy has shown promise in addressing a variety of health concerns, including:

Stress and Anxiety: Acupuncture can effectively reduce stress and anxiety by promoting relaxation and enhancing the body’s ability to cope with stress.

Digestive Issues: Acupuncture has been shown to alleviate digestive problems such as nausea, vomiting, and constipation.

Sleep Disorders: Acupuncture can improve sleep quality by regulating sleep patterns and reducing insomnia.

Reproductive Health: Acupuncture has been used to address menstrual cramps, menopausal symptoms, and fertility issues.

A Safe and Effective Treatment Option

Acupuncture is generally considered a safe and effective treatment option. When performed by a licensed and experienced acupuncturist, the risk of side effects is minimal. Most people experience little to no discomfort during acupuncture treatments, and in fact, usually fall asleep after becoming deeply relaxed.

Embracing Acupuncture for Holistic Wellness

As research continues to unveil the multifaceted benefits of acupuncture (with over thousands of clinical trials already documenting clinical success!), acupuncture is increasingly recognized as a valuable tool for promoting overall health and well-being. Whether seeking relief from chronic pain, managing stress, or enhancing overall wellness, acupuncture offers a safe, effective, and holistic approach to healthcare.

Acupuncture for Fertility: What You Need to Know

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practice that is helpful to boost fertility. Regardless of what part of the fertility journey you are on, whether it’s trying to conceive (TTC) naturally, or by using a fertility center and possibly pursuing IVF or IUI, Cloud 9 Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine can help.

There is some scientific evidence to support the use of acupuncture for fertility. A study published in the journal Fertility and Sterility found that women who received acupuncture in addition to conventional fertility treatments were more likely to conceive than those who received only conventional treatments.

If you are considering acupuncture for fertility, it is important to find a qualified acupuncturist who has experience in this area. You should also be aware that acupuncture is not a cure for infertility, but it may be a helpful complementary treatment.

Here are some of the ways that acupuncture can help improve fertility:

Reduce stress: Stress can have a negative impact on fertility, and acupuncture is fantastic at reducing stress by promoting relaxation and balance.
Improve blood flow: Acupuncture helps to improve blood flow to the reproductive organs, which is essential for egg and sperm health.
Increase the release of hormones: Acupuncture helps to increase the release of hormones that are important for fertility, such as follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH).
Improve the lining of the uterus: Acupuncture helps to improve the lining of the uterus, which makes it more receptive to implantation.

If you are interested in learning more about acupuncture for fertility, please contact our office at 410-847-4766 to schedule a Couples Consultation.

The Best Way to Find the Best Acupuncture Clinic for You

Whether you’re suffering from low back pain, or neuropathy, infertility or headaches, you’ll want to find the best acupuncture clinic that suits your needs the best.

The very best way is to call and speak with the receptionist of your clinic of interest and ask them if they have experience in or specialize in your primary condition you are seeking care for. While most acupuncturists have trained extensively for 3-5 years in graduate level study acupuncture programs, and receive a Master’s degree or a Doctorate (also known as a Acupuncture Physician), it’s still best to work with an acupuncturist or clinic that has experienced success in treating your condition.

Some questions you can ask when you phone a prospective acupuncture clinic:

Has the acupuncturist treated my type of condition before?

What is the success rate of treating my condition at this clinic?

How many years of experience does the acupuncturist have?

Do you offer any additional therapies beyond acupuncture to help address my condition?

What can I expect during my first visit? (Is it just a consultation, or will I receive treatment that day?)

Most of our patients are referred by word of mouth, from former patients who have also experienced success. Our acupuncturist Dr. Laura Parks does specialize in chronic, complex conditions and has been practicing for over 13 years. She received her acupuncture doctorate from Five Branches University, and acupuncture masters from Maryland University of Integrative Health (formerly Tai Sophia). Dr. Parks has been treating Fertility patients for over 13 years and specializing in neuropathy for over 4 years, with over a 85% success rate.

Making Your Golden Years More Golden with Less Pain

Many of our patients have been told by their doctors they are “just getting old” and they will “just have to live with the pain” or take medications that have a lot of side effects, and usually stop working as well after a while. Hopeless and fighting pain on a daily basis, losing sleep because they are awoken by pain nightly, our patients finally find Cloud 9 Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine as their pain relief solution.

Using cutting edge technology as one of only 3 clinics in the DMV region to offer Ozone therapy and ATP Resonance BioTherapy, specialized electroacupuncture programs specific to a patient’s challenging condition like Neuropathy, Fibromyalgia, or Infertility, our clinical success is unparalleled with over an 85% success rate with these conditions. Results begin in a matter of just a few short weeks.

Ozone is also known as “Activated Oxygen” or O3. Instead of using well-known oxygen aka O2, ozone fully oxygenates any cell or tissue it comes in contact with. Ozone also kills viruses, bacteria, mold, fungus it comes in contact with. Clinically, we use ozone to fully oxygenate cells in conditions that are caused by perceived natural physical decline associated with aging, like Arthritis or Neuropathy. We also see many benefits to using ozone with autoimmune conditions, like Fibromyalgia, Epstein Barr Virus, and Long Haul Covid.

Now there is hope. at Cloud 9 Acupuncture. Begin with a Consultation to learn more. Call 410-847-4766.

Our 90% Success Rate Fertility Program

At our clinic, we are proud of having over a 90% success rate in helping our couples not just get pregnant, but have a healthy labor & delivery, healthy baby, and healthy postpartum experience. We combine regenerative therapies to turn back the biological clock.

Therapies such as acupuncture, ATP Resonance BioTherapy that uses low level current to reprogram the cells that influence reproductive health, O3 Regenerative Therapy specifically to fully oxygenate the uterine lining, improving circulation and increasing the rate of implantation, as well as improving egg quality. With over a decade of experience, customized supplements complement the acupuncture protocols we use, aligning with each week of your fertility cycle – the menstrual phase, the follicular phase, and the luteal phase. Find out more with a Couple’s Consultation to explore what type of treatment plan our clinic will recommend for you and your partner. Remember, “it takes Two to Tango!”