Dublin Accupuncture

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JOANNE MC GOVERN

 

Dip. Ac., Lic. Ac., ITEC., Dip. Chinese Herbs, Dip. Stress Management., Dip. Nutritional Advisor.,MAFPA.,

Members of the AFPA approved by Quinn, VHI, VIVAS and HSA for Out-Patient insurance purposes

 

ALLERGY TESTING, FERTILITY ENHANCEMENT, BIO-RESONANCE /

 

VEGA TESTING, MUSCLE TESTING, ACUPUNCTURE, STRESS RELIEF,

 

DIET AND NUTRITION, CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE, ETC.

 

WHAT CAN WE TREAT?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

allergies, male and female fertility issues, muscle and joint problems, menopause, chronic fatigue, candida, I.B.S. digestive and bowel disorders, skin conditions, psoriasis, ecezma, insomnia, stress, asthma, sinusitis, smoking cessation, tinnitus, vertigo, urogenital disorders, menstrual disorders, back pain, oedema, palpitations, poor circulation, infertility, miscarriage prevention, mouth ulcers, low immune system, gynaecological complaints, celiac disease, headache and migraine, cancer care,- etc

http://acupunctureandallergytesting.blogspot.ie/2012/02/be-happy-be-healthy.html?m=  CONSULTATIONS ARE PRIVATE AND BY APPOINTMENT ONLY PH 0868362705   EMAIL-mcgovernjoanne1@gmail.com

FERTILITY ENHANCEMENT PREGNANCY AND LABOUR

Current statistics state that one in five couples over the age of 30 have difficulty conceiving

after one year of trying. Many of these couples are turning to acupuncture and Oriental

medicine for a safe, effective and natural solution to have a healthy baby.

Oriental medicine has a long history when it comes to enhancing fertility for

both men and women. In fact, evidence that acupuncture and herbal medicine have been

used to aid fertility can be found in early medical literature dating back to 3AD.

https://plus.google.com/116793703141919250310/posts/CGckpjjgnmz 

 A local doctor was told by experts she would probably never conceive a baby,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

but she found success from a source that surprised even her.

http://www.clickondetroit.com/lifestyle/health/Alternative-treatment-helps-Michigan

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How Acupuncture and TCM can enhance fertility.

Regulates the menstrual cycle

Regulates hormones by reducing stress

Improves the thickness of the uterine wall lining

Reduces uterine contractions after the embryo transfer

Improves blood flow to the ovaries and uterus

Improves ovarian function – encourages the production of follicles

and enhances their quality

Enhances the immune system

Reduces the chance of miscarriage

Improves sperm parameters ( takes at least 3 months)

Improves quality of oocytes (takes at least 3 months

Acupuncture and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)

For the best results acupuncture should begin at least 3 months prior to

ART procedure.

Generally treatments are given once a week. For optimal results a treatment is

given 12-48 hours before and after embryo transfer.

Acupuncture and Natural Conception

If you are attempting to become pregnant through natural means, acupuncture can

benefit you by balancing the flow of Qi (energy) and blood in the body. When Qi and

blood are not flowing smoothly clots, blocked tubes, premenstrual pain and

endometriosis can occur. Stress is a big factor in infertility and acupuncture can help

the body relax while stress management techniques can also be of benefit.

The clinic offers stress management therapists.

Diet and Lifestyle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Diet and nutrition are of the utmost importance to both male and females for optimal results

in fertility. Dietary advice is given by qualified nutritional advisors throughout the course of

treatment, as required and a qualified stress management therapist can help with breathing

and relaxation techniques.

Symptoms Acupuncture can treat in relation to Infertility

Endometriosis

Blocked Tubes

irregular Menstrual Cycle

Premenstrual Cramps, pain and clots

Headaches

Miscarriage

Lack of ovulation

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Low Sperm Count

Poor Motility Rates

Acupuncture During Pregnancy

Once pregnancy occurs, medication is usually prohibited therefore acupuncture is the ideal

tool to help with morning sickness, coughs, colds, headaches, back pain, constipation, tiredness

and the many afflictions the human body has to deal with daily. It can also be used to induce

labour and to turn breach babies if necessary.

Is acupuncture safe during pregnancy?

Yes, acupuncture is safe – and effective – during pregnancy.

Acupuncture is not a substitute for Western prenatal medical care. Instead, it offers complementary

care that has many benefits. And because acupuncture has very few side effects, many pregnant

women now seek this alternative to drug therapy for a number of common pregnancy complaints.

The modern practice of acupuncture is based on historical diagnostic theories, with roots for

treatment in pregnancy that go back for over 2,000 years. But its use today relies on modern,

evidence-based medicine and standards of safety. For example, acupuncture by licensed

practitioners has strict standards for needle sterility and safety.

Studies have shown acupuncture to be effective for stress, morning sickness, hip and

low back pain, breech position, mild to moderate depression, labor induction, and shortening the

length of labor.

http://www.babycenter.com/406_is-acupuncture-safe-during-pregnancy_1246184.bc

IVF

In vitro fertilisation (known as IVF) is the name given to a technique where eggs are

fertilised with sperm outside the body, usually in a test tube. It is widely practised throughout

the world and has enabled many couples to successfully conceive and give birth.

IVF can be an emotional roller coaster for the people involved. It is physically invasive

and puts a mental and physical toll on the body. Success rates vary, but the average is 26%.

It is expensive, and more than one cycle may be required.

Acupuncture can enhance the IVF experience, and improve the success rates.

It is recommended by many professionals eg, Deborah Betts, Clane Fertility Clinic,

The British Medical Journal, Zita West, and the Dublin Acupuncture And Allergy Testing Clinic,

to name but a few.

Did you know that Traditional Chinese Acupuncture may increase pregnancy rates by 65%

when combined with IVF

http://www.blueheronclinic.com/fertility/fertility-acupuncture-women /ivf/fertility-ivf-acupuncture-treatment.html http://www.irishhealth.com/article.html?id=3754

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8VG0kLH88o&feature=related

Increased Success of IVF when done in conjunction with Acupuncture

A recent study done by Paulus in Germany surveyed 160 women who had IVF treatment.

80 of the women had acupuncture before and after transfer of the embryo and 80 did not.

The group that did not have acupuncture were found to have a 26.3% success rate, while

the group that had the acupuncture had a 42.5% success rate. Success was determined by

those who had a successful scan confirming pregnancy at 6 weeks pregnant. This clinic

includes this protocol for those women undergoing IVF treatment. If you would like to

read more about this: PubMed

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&list

_uids=11937123&dopt=Books

The effects of acupuncture on IVF and ICSI:

A randomised controlled clinical study on 225 patients was carried out. In group

one 116 patients received acupuncture, while in group two 109 patients received a

placebo. The pregnancy rates for IVF and ICSI in group one were double the rate of

group two. Conclusion: Acupuncture can be of great benefit to IVF and ICSI.

http://www.aborm.org/research/RoleOfTCMwithOrWithoutAcupunctureOn

ReproductiveMedicine.pdf

SUCCESS STORIES

http://www.amazinghealing.com/aiyana.php?nav=8&article_id=27

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnhHsRjacTk&feature=related http://www.the-fertility-acupuncturist.com/ivf-and-acupuncture-success-story .html http://www.acuforconception.com/Main_Success_Stories.htm http://community.babycentre.co.uk/post/a726775/about_to_start_acupuncture _any_success_stories

Acupuncture promoting ovulation

We have selected a few research articles that show the success of acupuncture

in relation to treating lack of ovualtion:

Clinical observation on acupuncture for treatment of infertility of ovulatory

disturbance. If you would like to read more:

 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18257182?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2. PEntrez.Pubmed. Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Acupuncture in polycystic ovary syndrome: current experimental and

clinical evidence. If you would like to read more:

 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18047551?ordinalpos=2&itool=EntrezSystem2 .PEntrez.Pubmed. Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Advances of modern studies of acupuncture and moxibustion for treatment of

ovulation disorders. If you would like to read more:

  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17117581?ordinalpos=5&itool=EntrezSystem 2.PEntrez.Pubmed. Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum Acupuncture can reduce miscarriages

Acupuncture During IVF linked to lower ectopic and miscarriage rate. The retrospective

study included 131 women who were undergoing standard in vitro fertilization (IVF) or

intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI). All of these women were considered good

prognosis candidates for IVF/ICSI and were given the choice of having acupuncture.

48 had acupuncture and 83 did not. In the group that had acupuncture the miscarriage

rate was nearly halved. 14% miscarriages in non acupuncture group versus 8% miscarriage

in acupuncture group. Ectopic pregnancies were 9% in non acupuncture group versus 0% in

acupuncture group. Live birth rate for non acupuncture group was 16% versus 21% in

acupuncture group.If you would like to read more:

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0CYD/is_1_40/ai_n8968477

Caffeine Intake linked to Miscarriage Rates

A new study has found that pregnant women who consumed more than 200 milligrams

of caffeine a day, equivalent to about two cups of coffee, had twice the risk of miscarriage

as the women who consumed no caffeine at all. The findings are published in the Journal

of Obstetrics and Gynecology. If you would like to read more:

http://www.chinesemedicinetools.com/caffeine/caffeine-intake-linked-to-miscarriage-rates

Acupuncture can help male infertility

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A study of 40 men with idiopathic oligospermia, asthenospermia, or teratozoospermia has

shown a general improvement of sperm quality, specifically in the ultrastructural integrity of

spermatozoa, after acupuncture. If you would like to read more:

 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16009169?ordinalpos=6&itool=EntrezSystem2. PEntrez.Pubmed. Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Another study of 19 men with semen abnormalities showed that acupuncture and moxa

techniques significantly increase the percentage of normal-form sperm in infertile patients

with oligoastenoteratozoospermia without apparent cause. If you would like to read more:

 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14695986?ordinalpos=8&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez .Pubmed. Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Another study of 22 patients was done to gague the influence of acupuncture on

idiopathic male infertility in assisted reproductive technology. It showed the The

fertilization rates after acupuncture (66.2%) were obviously higher than that before

treatment (40.2%, P < 0.01). There was no significant difference in sperm concentration

and general sperm motility between before and after acupuncture. The embryo quality

after acupuncture was improved, but the difference between them was not significant

(P > 0.05). Acupuncture can improve sperm quality and fertilization rates in assisted

reproductive technology. If you would like to read more:

 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12658811?ordinalpos=9&itool= EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed. Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCdIiLLF0vw&feature=related PCOS

is one of the most common problems affecting female fertility. At the clinic we treat PCOS,

with a combination of Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Diet and Lifestyle Changes.

Here are some interesting articles about PCOS.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsNKyKS7M_s

http://www.womenshealthclinic.ie/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos.html?

gclid=CMu0x_Ps6q0CFQFC4Qodinm-6A

Diet is one of the key elements in the fight against PCOS. http://www.womens-health.co.uk/food-for-pcos-pregnancy.html http://www.annecollins.com/low-gi-diet-for-pcos.htm The effect of acupuncture on polycystic ovarian syndrome:

25 patients were treated with acupuncture. Result 20 patients recovered regular

menstruation. 10 of the 16 patients with sterility were able to become pregnant.

Acupuncture can safely and effectively treat PCOS. http://www.aborm.org/research/RoleOfTCMwithOrWithoutAcupunctureOn ReproductiveMedicine.pdf MORNING SICKNESS

You don’t have to suffer from morning sickness!!!

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labour and prebirth

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Acupuncture offers  safe yet effective help for every stage of fertility enhancement pregnancy and labour. http://www.daatc.com/acupuncture-for-labour/ http://www.acupuncturelabor.com/

Joanne Mc Govern – Dip Ac., Lic Ac., Dip. Chinese Herbs, Dip. Nutritional Advisor,

Dip Stress Management.

http://acupunctureandallergytesting.blogspot.com/2012/02/

joanne-mc-govern-chinese-herbalist.html

 

 

 

 

• ACUPUNCTURE  offers safe yet effective help for  every stage of  pregnancy eg  fatigue, anxiety, nausea and vomiting. It can also improve your birthing experience, lessen the length and pain of  labour, reduce the need for interventions such as medical inductions and cesarean sections,  and enhance the health and well-being of your  baby!

  

  acupuncture for labour

  http://www.daatc.com/acupuncture-acupressure-for-labour-pain-relief/

  http://www.acupuncturelabor.com/

  Written and researched by Joanne Mc Govern – Dip Ac., Lic Ac., Dip. Chinese Herbs, Dip. Nutritional Advisor, Dip Stress Management Consultant.