Infertility – Men

Infertility affects both men and women in equal proportions (40% each with 20% undetermined). A man’s low sperm count, poor motility, morphology or sexual dysfunction can all be linked to the body’s imbalances and treated with great success.

Research has shown that acupuncture and Chinese herbs can improve sperm quality and morphology.

The sperm maturation cycle averages 70-90 days. Therefore, it is most beneficial for men to receive acupuncture and herbs for at least three months before starting Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART).

Some cases of male infertility are due to anatomical abnormalities such as varicoceles and ductal obstructions, but it is estimated that a large percentage of cases are due to deficient sperm production.

A 1997 European controlled study investigating acupuncture for male infertility found that twice-weekly treatments for five weeks produced significant improvement of all sperm parameters.

Herbal medicine and nutritional supplements are also beneficial for male infertility, and the acupuncturist decides for each patient which herbs may be most effective.

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