FAQs
General
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Acupuncture offers a safe, 100% natural, and minimally invasive approach with effective results, all at a reasonable cost. Whether you seek relief from pain, stress management, or support for fertility, our skilled practitioners are dedicated to tailoring treatments to your unique needs.
Fertility Acupuncture
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Scientific evidence supports acupuncture's ability to enhance blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, promoting healthier eggs and embryos. Additionally, acupuncture improves the quality of follicular fluid. Thus, focusing on enhancing your menstrual cycle becomes crucial for building a healthy endometrium, setting the stage for a successful pregnancy.
Acupuncture has proven beneficial in improving blood flow to the uterus and the health of the uterine lining. Alongside other dietary and lifestyle strategies, acupuncture serves as a key element in fertility treatments at FeelGood Acupuncture.
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Hormonal imbalances affect both sexes, leading to unpleasant symptoms like lack of energy, reduced libido, irregular menstrual cycles, and mood swings. Acupuncture effectively addresses hormonal imbalances by lowering cortisol levels, reducing stress, and promoting hormone balance.
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Acupuncture is safe when administered by a certified and licensed professional familiar with infertility care. At FeelGood Acupuncture, our team ensures you receive the best care and results.
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Yes! Clinical research suggests that combining acupuncture with IVF significantly increases success rates. Studies demonstrate that women undergoing acupuncture alongside IVF procedures have higher pregnancy success rates compared to those undergoing IVF alone.
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For optimal results, we recommend weekly acupuncture sessions three months before IVF. Additional treatments are scheduled during the follicle-stimulating drug phase, before egg retrieval, post-embryo transfer, and prior to the blood test.
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Acupuncture enhances IUI success by increasing blood flow to the ovaries, relaxing the uterus, and addressing uterine spasms post-procedure. Our recommended frequency of acupuncture sessions during IUI varies based on individual needs.
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At FeelGood Acupuncture, we prioritize male fertility as 40% of infertility cases involve male factors. Acupuncture, lifestyle adjustments, and medical consultations help improve male reproductive health.
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Your initial visit includes a comprehensive consultation to determine the ideal therapy for you. Acupuncture points target various organs, promoting fertility and enhancing blood flow. Needles remain in place for approximately 25-35 minutes while you relax in our calming environment followed by hand maneuver therapy to manually increase the blood circulation in the body.
Follow-up visits entail shorter sessions and typically involve discussions on your progress and any improvements noticed in sleep, mood, and stress levels.
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Start now to maximize benefits sooner rather than later. During your initial appointment, we'll discuss and recommend the best timeframe for your personalized fertility treatment plan.
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For the first appointment, it lasts approximately 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes. Thereafter, follow-on sessions last 45-50 minutes.
Acupuncture has cumulative effects, meaning the more treatments you have, the better the results. Treatment plans are tailored to your specific goals. Claire and Sion will discuss a personalized treatment plan, ranging from 6 to 15 sessions.
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At our clinic, we also offer fertile herbal medicine blend that supports reproductive health, addressing conditions like PCOS and irregular cycles. Fertile herbal medicine ingredients nourish the reproductive system, promote blood flow, and regulate cycles.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
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Cosmetic Acupuncture triggers the body's natural collagen production. By creating micro-trauma in the skin, the body responds by sending red and white blood cells to the area, stimulating collagen production. Essentially, this facial treatment naturally stimulates collagen in your face with Cosmetic Acupuncture, often referred to as an ‘alternative Botox & Facelift', providing tightening and anti-aging effects.
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Yes! However, your body needs stimulation to produce collagen. That's where facial needles come into play.
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The number of sessions depends on your skincare goals and current skin condition. Typically, 6-10 sessions are recommended for optimal results, with maintenance and rejuvenating treatment plans available.
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Acupuncture needles are not to be feared. They are as thin as a strand of hair and our practitioner ensures your comfort during treatments.
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Yes! Cosmetic Acupuncture is safe during pregnancy, offering anti-inflammatory and nervous system calming effects along with collagen induction and hydrating effects.
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Ensure you eat before your appointment to avoid feeling faint. If scheduling Cosmetic Acupuncture before an event, come in at least 5 days prior to allow any bruising to heal. Avoid touching up with makeup for up to 4 hours post-session. Wait two weeks after Botox or filler injections before scheduling Cosmetic Acupuncture. Additionally, Cosmetic Acupuncture can support healing post-facial surgery.