IVF Support
Care, Balance, and Guidance Every Step of the Way.
IVF can be an emotionally and physically demanding journey. A 2018 HFEA report said acupuncture is used in over a quarter of all IVF cycles. Used predominantly to increase success rates, it can also be useful in helping support couples as they go through what can be a challenging process. While acupuncture works to aid implantation rates and subsequent healthy pregnancies in IVF, other assisted conception treatments, IUI and donor egg cycles can be supported in a similar way.
At Health Point Clinic, we provide specialist acupuncture to support you throughout the process; from preparation to embryo transfer, the two-week wait, and early pregnancy. Our approach combines fertility expertise with compassionate, personalised care to help optimise your reproductive health, reduce stress, and create the best possible environment for conception.
How We Support IVF
Acupuncture can enhance IVF outcomes by supporting the body before, during, and after treatment.
- Pre-cycle preparation for optimal health and egg quality
- Support post-egg retrieval and embryo transfer
- Stress reduction during the two-week wait
- Continuity of care during the first trimester
- Compassionate guidance if cycles are unsuccessful
Research and Evidence
- Studies show acupuncture can improve ovarian reserves, hormone balance, blood flow, and IVF live birth rates. Acupuncture can positively influence reproductive hormone secretion, improving ovarian response to stimulation. (1)
- A 2023 meta-analysis demonstrated how Acupuncture can improve ovarian reserves (AMH), hormone balance (FSH and LH) and Antral Follicle Count.
- A recent meta-analysis found that acupuncture can significantly improve in vitro fertilization (IVF) success rates. The study analysed data from 25 high-quality randomized controlled trials with a total of 4,757 participants and concluded that acupuncture increases IVF live birth rates by an impressive 33.8%.
- Acupuncture given with Embryo Transfer improves pregnancy and live birth rates - a systemic review and meta analysis.
- Acupuncture improves pregnancy rates after ART
What to Expect in an Appointment
Your initial IVF-focused session includes:
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A detailed discussion of your medical history, IVF protocol, lifestyle, and stress levels
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Assessment using pulse and tongue diagnosis (TCM)
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A personalised acupuncture treatment, often inducing deep relaxation or sleep
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Guidance on follow-up frequency, timed to your IVF cycle for maximum benefit
Follow-up appointments are tailored to your IVF schedule, ensuring support at every critical stage.
Whether you are preparing for your first IVF cycle or seeking support through multiple attempts, Health Point Clinic is here to guide you with expertise, care, and personalised support.

(1) (Anderson BJ, Haimovici F, Ginsburg ES, Schust DJ, Wayne PM. In vitro fertilization and acupuncture: clinical efficacy and mechanistic basis. Altern Ther Health Med. 2007 May-Jun;13(3):38-48).