Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a truly unique wellness experience backed by thousands of years of evolving knowledge, practice and wisdom. The modalities of TCM are applied to a holistic approach to care that addresses the intricate connections between the mind, body and energy flow. Acupuncture is the safe and gentle insertion of micro needles into specific points along the body’s meridians to stimulate natural healing mechanisms and promote vitality. Combined with deeply personal assessments and education, acupuncture treatments at CHC seek to empower individuals, calling them to actively participate in their healing.
Acupuncture can be tailored to meet a diverse range of health and wellness needs and goals. Whether you are managing chronic pain, preparing to conceive, navigating pregnancy, healing postpartum or simply seeking overall wellness - our skilled and passionate TCM practitioners are dedicated to guiding you on your journey.
Personalized acupuncture treatments can target: chronic or acute pain, stress, hormonal irregularities, painful periods, fatigue, inflammation, jaw tension, headaches, anxiety, weak immune and digestive function, fertility/prenatal support and postpartum healing.
Fertility Support
Combining traditional acupuncture with a wealth of knowledge and experience in reproductive health and modern fertility treatments, allows for a safe and effective way to support the body through preconception. Beyond a range of potential physical benefits, acupuncture treatments at CHC cultivate a safe and patient-specific supportive space for the unique emotional and mental challenges that come with growing a family.
How exactly does acupuncture support fertility?
- Hormonal Balance: Acupuncture can help regulate hormones that play a crucial role in fertility, such as follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), estrogen, and progesterone.
- Improved Ovarian Function: Acupuncture can enhance ovarian function, promoting the development and quality of eggs and facilitating ovulation.
- Enhanced Blood Flow: Acupuncture can improve blood circulation to the reproductive organs, potentially enhancing their health and function.
- Stress Reduction: Acupuncture's relaxation-inducing effects can help reduce stress hormones that may interfere with reproductive function.
- Support for Assisted Reproductive Techniques: Many individuals undergoing assisted reproductive techniques, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intrauterine insemination (IUI), incorporate acupuncture as a complementary approach to support the success of these treatments.
- Uterine Health: Acupuncture may contribute to a healthier uterine lining, creating a more supportive environment for embryo implantation.
- Regulated Menstrual Cycles: Acupuncture can help regulate menstrual cycles, potentially improving the timing of ovulation and increasing the chances of conception.
- Enhanced Follicle Development: Acupuncture's influence on the endocrine system may contribute to optimal follicle development, supporting the maturation of healthy eggs.
- Reduced Inflammation: Acupuncture's anti-inflammatory effects may help address conditions that can impact fertility, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Perinatal Acupunture
Acupuncture treatment can continue through the prenatal and postnatal journey, guiding the body smoothly through the evolving needs and changes of the body and mind during this transformative time. The safe and gentle approach of acupuncture during pregnancy can assist in alleviating discomfort, back pain, morning sickness and inflammation - while also preparing the body for labour by promoting optimal positioning of baby, supporting cervical ripening, and easing anxiety you may be experiencing leading up to childbirth. It is also a beautiful adjunctive treatment to other prenatal and postnatal treatments such as chiropractic care, massage therapy or pelvic health physiotherapy.
