The Acupuncture Center for Fertility and In-Vitro Fertilization in Philadelphia
at The Healing Arts Center | 123 Chestnut St. | Suite 204 | Philadelphia, PA 19106 | 215.627.3782
NIHInfertility is something that strikes at the very core of any couple, and can affect as many as 1 in 6. Modern western medicine, though wondrous in its possibilities, can sometimes fall short in both its ability to explain the problem and effectively treat it. The medical options for men and women often involve an unpleasant regiment of bloodwork, ultrasounds and injected medications. Scientific research in both China and the US has shown that Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine increase success rates for women in almost every category of infertility whether trying on their own or using forms of assisted reproduction such as stimulating hormones, IUI, or IVF.

Steven Mavros, L.Ac. and his partner Sheri McLellan, L.Ac. are nationally Board Certified Acupuncturist's who specialize in treating infertility in both men and women. Steve has pioneered bringing Acupuncture to all the major fertility clinics in the Philadelphia area and has helped show that together, Eastern and Western medicine can combine to be an extremely effective tool in giving you what you most desire: a positive pregnancy and a healthy baby.

How can Acupuncture help my infertility?


We still don't have a complete understanding as to the exact action of Acupuncture's effects on the body. However, clinical studies and 2000 years of empirical research have given us clues of what internal changes are occuring. Studies have shown that Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine:
  • Increase blood flow to the uterus
    • - thickens endometrial lining + aids implantation
  • Increase ovarian blood flow
    • - better ovarian response + more mature follicles
  • Higher live birth rate (prevents early miscarriage)
  • Increase male sperm count, motility and morphology
  • Reduce stress, promote relaxation
  • Reduce pre-menstrual symptoms and pain during the period
  • Lessen side effects from hormone treatments

Please use the navigation bar above to find out more about how Acupuncture can help you deal with infertility.

ANNOUNCING THE IVF CHALLENGE

Starting in the Fall of 2006 we will again be accepting couples for the upcoming IVF challenge. If you are dealing with infertility and considering an IVF cycle but first would like to explore some alternatives with Acupuncture and natural medicine, this is for you. Enrollment is limited to 2 couples for this round. Depending on the success of the challenge, we will be opening it up to more within the next few months. Click here to find our more about the IVF Challenge.


Not from Philadelphia? If you're looking for an infertility specialist in your area, please see our Referral List.