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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Electroacupuncture: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Current

By admin | Published February 16, 2026

The clinic was quiet except for the soft hum of a small device on the treatment table. A runner lay comfortably, acupuncture needles placed along her calf and lower back to address chronic pain that kept her from her regular running routine.

Because of the chronic and nagging injury, she turned to acupuncture to find healing. But it wasn’t quite what she expected. Rather than simply resting with the needles inserted, the practitioner gently attached thin leads to several of the needles and turned on a device that sent a gentle electrical current through them. A subtle pulsing sensation began, almost like tiny waves moving through her muscles. Within minutes, she felt her body responding, warming, releasing.

This therapy was electroacupuncture, a technique blending the longstanding principles of traditional acupuncture with modern electrical stimulation. continue reading »

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The Healing Landscape of Scalp Acupuncture

By admin | Published February 2, 2026

Many healing journeys begin in unexpected places. For some, recovery starts not in the muscles of the back or the ligaments of a knee, but in the quiet landscape of the scalp, an area often overlooked except for styling, washing, and the occasional headache. Yet, for many people seeking relief from neurological, physical, and emotional challenges, scalp acupuncture is becoming a compelling bridge to healing. continue reading »

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Chinese & Japanese Acupuncture: Two Traditions, One Lineage

By admin | Published January 19, 2026

Both Japanese and Chinese acupuncture spring from the same classical East Asian medical roots, yet they diverged over centuries into distinct clinical styles. In Japan, techniques evolved toward gentler, highly tactile methods. And in China, the practice of acupuncture tended to emphasize stronger needle sensation and standardized point prescriptions within Traditional Chinese Medicine, also known as TCM. While some have their preferences, neither is “better” than the other. The right choice often depends on the patient’s condition, sensitivity, and their goals. continue reading »

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What is Five Element Acupuncture?

By admin | Published January 5, 2026

Five Element Acupuncture is a classical style of East Asian medicine that organizes diagnosis and treatment around the dynamic interplay of five phases/elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each element is associated (in this framework) with organ networks, emotions, sensory patterns, and seasonal cycles. Treatment aims to restore harmony among these elements when one becomes predominant or deficient. continue reading »

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Stillness in Motion: The Healing Power of Qi Gong at Home

By admin | Published December 22, 2025

Life can seem overwhelming and unmanageable at times. Everyone is looking for the secret self-care miracle that helps us cope. What may have been a desperate Google search for “natural anxiety relief” has become a daily anchor; the secret to staying calm, focused, and physically energized.

A growing number of people are turning to Qi Gong, an ancient Chinese mind-body practice, for its healing benefits. And more importantly, they are practicing it at home, making wellness a simple part of daily life without special equipment, gym memberships, or medication. continue reading »

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