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Considering IVF?
Improve your
chances by over
40%
Recent studies show that Acupuncture
can Dramatically improve success rates by nearly
50%
In an article published
by W. Paulus, M. Zhang, I. El-Danasouri, E. Strehler and K. Sterzik
titled,” Influence of Acupuncture on the Pregnancy Rate in
Patients Who Undergo Assisted Reproduction Therapy,”
appearing in the April 2002 issue of Fertility and Sterility ,
German researchers announced that they had increased the success
rate by
nearly 50 % in women undergoing in vitro fertilization. The
researchers, led by Dr. Wolfgang E. Paulus and colleagues at the
Christian-Lauritzen-Institut in Ulm, Germany, said they do not know
why acupuncture works and plan to conduct more studies.
“Acupuncture seems to be
a useful tool for improving pregnancy rate after assisted
reproductive techniques.” they wrote. “The analysis shows
that the pregnancy rate for the acupuncture group is considerably
higher than for the control group ( 42.5% versus 26.3%),” they
wrote.
Working with a team at the Department of Chinese
Medicine at Tongji Hospital in Wuhan, China, Paulus and colleagues
tested 160 women undergoing in vitro fertilization. Half received
the standard in vitro fertilization, while half were given
acupuncture treatments before and after. “We chose acupuncture
points that relax the uterus according to the principles of
traditional Chinese medicine,” they wrote. They said acupuncture can
affect the autonomic nervous system-involved in the control of
muscles and glands-and thus, theoretically, should make the lining
of the uterus more receptive to receiving an embryo.
 According to the report, about
26% of women who did
not receive acupuncture became pregnant, compared with nearly
43% of women who
underwent the traditional Chinese therapy before and after embryo
transfer. There were no differences in age, number of transferred
embryos, or the number of previous cycles between the two groups of
patients. In this study, women received acupuncture along the spleen
and stomach channels in an attempt to relax the uterus and improve
the flow of energy to this region. They also received acupuncture
needles in their ears to stabilize the endocrine system.
 “The
results demonstrate that acupuncture therapy improves pregnancy
rate,” concluded Dr. Paulus and colleagues” However, more research is needed to
determine whether the higher pregnancy rate among women receiving
acupuncture was due to actual physiological or psychological
effects,” they added. “If these findings are confirmed, they may
help us improve the odds for our IVF
patients,” Dr. Sandra Carson, president-elect of the American
Society of Reproductive Medicine, said in a prepared statement after
the publication of this study in Fertility and Sterility.
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Success Story
Dear Jim,
How can I say just “Thank you,” when the gift you’ve given me is so
amazing?
After four long years of trying unsuccessfully to have another
baby,I felt depressed, hopeless, angry and yet, I wasn’t quite ready
to give up.
The most amazing thing is that I saw results immediately! Whereas my
estrogen levels struggled to climb during my first IVF procedure,
this time they climbed high, and quickly. Whereas egg retrieval
resulted in a disappointing number of mature eggs the first go
round, this time the number exceeded our expectations. And whereas
the first round only left me with two so-so eggs for implantation,
this time I was still able to transfer two and have still other top
quality embryos placed on ice.
When I asked my doctor the second time around to transfer three
embryos, he vehemently refused. Now I know why. The quality of the
eggs he transferred was so high that both took!! I’m now five months
pregnant with thriving twins (two more boys)!!
Jim, I have no
doubt that this couldn’t have happened without your care and
acupuncture treatment.
So,
thank you, even though I know those two simple words truly
fall short in expressing my gratitude!
Sincerely,
Susan E.
Acupuncture in
the Treatment of Infertility & IVF Support
If you do have difficulty getting pregnant, acupuncture and herbal
medicine is a great alternative. Complementary medicine can help you
today more than ever before. We believe that women should always try
the simplest, safest, and the most natural approach first, and if
possible avoid complicated and often stressful and expensive
intrusive medical procedures. As Traditional Chinese Medical
Practitioners with extensive and successful experience in treating
infertility, we understand a great deal about our patients’ desires,
aspirations, and frustrations.
What does infertility
treatment include?
Chinese Medicine for infertility includes Acupuncture, Chinese herbs,
diet, exercise and life style approach.
How
does Acupuncture help infertility?
- Regulates menstrual cycles
- Regulate hormones by reducing stress
- Improves ovarian function; encourages production of
follicles; enhances their quality
- Improves blood flow to ovaries and uterus
- Reduces miscarriages
- Enhances immune system
- Lessens uterine contractions after embryo transfer
- Improves thickness of uterine wall lining
- Lessens side effects of medications
- Improves sperm parameters (takes 3 mos.)
- Improves quality of oocytes (takes 3 mos.)
Success Story
Dear Ron,
I Don't know where to begin to thank you for
all that you've done for us. When we first started coming to you in late
 december,
I'll admit that I was somewhat skeptical that you would be able to help
us with our situation, but i was willing to try anything if it meant it
would get us closer to having a family. In the months that followed,
and with each treatment, I felt as though I had more energy than I've
had in years. We know that it was your treatments and guidance
that got us this far. Again we thank you for everything you
have done for us.
Sincerely,
Brian & Keri G.
IVF Is An Investment...
Why Not Protect That Investment!
The average cost for a
round of IVF is approx $8,000 to $15,000
each time! Acupuncture can protect that investment by
improving your chances the first time so you won't need a second
procedure. Don't waste money on failed IVF cycles.
Protect
your investment in your family and future by incorporating
Acupuncture.
Our Packages
Package
1
Monthly
Individual / Couples Packages
The most ideal
timeframe for someone preparing for an IVF is at least 3 months
prior to retrieval. It takes at least 3 months of
treatment to impact the quality of oocytes and sperm parameters.
For couples who are planning ahead before they start the IVF
process, 3 months is ideal.
The Monthly
packages include:
Weekly Acupuncture
sessions for both Wife and/or Husband
Monthly supply of
all Chinese Herbs and Supplements for Both
Nutritional and
Lifestyle Counseling
Pre-Retrieval
Acupuncture Session
Pre and Post
Implantation Acupuncture Sessions
Package
2
IVF Cycle Package
For couples who
have already started the IVF process and want to increase their
success rates. It's not too late to take advantage of
Acupuncture's healing effects.
This package
includes:
Individual
Acupuncture Sessions leading up to Retrieval
Pre-Retrieval
Acupuncture Session
Pre and Post
Implantation Sessions
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Success Story
"My husband and
I sought out The Huntington Wellness Center while trying to get
pregnant. At a time that can be overwhelming and stressful, Jim
Vitale and everyone at
Huntington Wellness were a welcome oasis of
serenity, peace, support, optimism, caring and perhaps most
important, results. Jim and the staff were
wonderful to deal with and created such a welcoming and
supportive atmosphere. It is with great sincerity and
confidence we would recommend a trip to
Huntington Wellness for whatever issue one
needs addressed!"
Our
best, Kristine, Craig, and Lincoln |
Lincoln M.
1/31/07
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As oriental medical practitioners
treating infertility, we place a strong emphasis on
providing the best possible fertility care addressing both the
physical and emotional concerns of our patients. Our approach is
to help them not only achieve a successful pregnancy, but also
have a natural, joyful, and more relaxed conception experience.
We are members of
 
 
Call to schedule a free
consultation to
determine which package is right
for you
631-424-8601
The
Huntington Wellness Center
for
Reproductive Health
Fulfilling Dreams and Changing Lives...
1789 East Jericho Tpke, Suite 200
Huntington, NY 11743
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