Khoi Vu is a Registered Acupuncturist with over 30 years of clinical experience. He is passionate about helping others improve their health and wellbeing. An avid researcher, Khoi has a vested interest in sharing how acupuncture provides a natural alternative or enhancer to conventional fertility treatments.
Some of the conditions acupuncture can treat include:
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- Low ovarian reserve
- Recurrent miscarriages
- Endometriosis
- Uterine Fibroids
- Irregular periods or absent periods
- Hormone imbalance such as low progesterone, or high/low FSH
- Luteal phase defect
- Unexplained infertility
- Poor sperm motility, low sperm count or morphology
- Thyroid conditions
Acupuncture for Fertility – ART, IUI and IVF
Couples considering reproductive technology (ART), including IUI or IVF, are often urged to consider acupuncture treatments to improve their chances of success. Based on scientific studies, a Registered Acupuncturist can recommend a schedule with times and pace for the treatment sessions.
Acupuncture for Fertility – Customized Treatment Plans
Acupuncture for reproduction and fertility is amazing, especially when combined with other modalities. It offers a gentle and effective option to address any underlying imbalances.
At the Life Therapies clinic in Ottawa, Khoi Vu develops individualized treatment plans for every patient. His goal is to ensure you increase your chance of getting pregnant naturally – all the while achieving optimal health and wellness.
A member of The Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Canada since 1993, Khoi is a Registered Acupuncturist of The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario.
Additional Reading
The American Pregnancy Association offers the following overview of Acupuncture for Fertility on their website: http://americanpregnancy.org/infertility/acupuncture/
Parents Magazine article on the benefits of acupuncture: http://www.parents.com/getting-pregnant/infertility/treatments/acupuncture-for-infertility/