How Effective is Acupuncture for Male Infertility?
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This article has been provided by Dr (TCM) John Tsagaris.
When it comes to infertility, a lot of people think that this is a woman’s health issue and the responsibility relies heavily on her.
However, many of the cases that we see in the clinic are about male fertility difficulties. These can be due to either low sperm count or abnormal sperm shape or size or motility problems, which can become a significant issue when a couple tries for a baby.
Extensive research reveals that acupuncture is very effective when used to treat male fertility
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issues, especially if it is enhanced when applied in combination with either Traditional Chinese or Western medicine. Acupuncture is very helpful in improving sperm quality and morphology too.
From a Chinese medical perspective, the overall health of the patient is very important and constitutional, as well as habitual patterns that interfere with sperms health are addressed. Some of these may include cigeratte smoking, cannabis smoking, recreational drugs, alcohol, anabolic steroid supplementation or nutritional deficiencies, long term stress,
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etc.
The Kidneys Play an Important Role in Male Reproductive Health
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has long history of treating male deficiencies, especially associated with the kidneys, which play an important role in men’s reproductive health
According to Chinese principles, there are three different qualities of energy, classified as the Three Treasures. They are Jing (constitutional Essence), Qi (energy, produced by digestion and breathing) and Shen (Mind). The Essence, is our heritage from our parents’ DNA and information and health
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predispositions, as well as the degree of vitality and long life dynamics that somebody may have, or in other words and the fixed amount of ‘money’ we have in the bank when we are born.
This energy reservoir depends on the health of both parents during conception. Jing is reserved in the kidneys and the kidneys in TCM are considered the source of energy within the body which house the ‘Essence’ and are responsible for overall health. Jing is depleted throughout our lives, especially when stress is involved and it’s fundamental to
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somebody’s lifespan.
Acupuncture Improves Sperm Quality
Research has suggested that acupuncture, statistically improves sperm quality and fertility rates in men with semen abnormalities (sperm motility and morphology). Possible mechanisms that may contribute to its effectiveness are that acupuncture may work as an anti-inflammatory aid by releasing immunomodulation factors to the reproductive area.
It may also enhance local microcirculation by increasing the blood flow and relaxation of the peripheral circulatory networks. This provides the
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semen with nutrients to supports its integrity. Semen contains antioxidants such as Melatonin, SOD, Catalase, GPx, Glutathione, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Pyruvate and Carnitine and includes NGF, oxytocin, FSH, Luteinising hormone, testosterone, oestrogen, cortisol and progesterone. It also assists with sperm maturation by increasing naturally testosterone levels.
It is important that when low sperm quality has been diagnosed, to consider acupuncture as a part of a more comprehensive approach to encourage fertility and maximise the health potential
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of the baby. A course of treatments with appropriate supplementation and herbal guidance is a very effective way to boost male fertility.
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John Tsagaris - 5 Apr 17
This article has been provided by Dr (TCM) John Tsagaris.
When it comes to infertility, a lot of people think that this is a woman’s health issue and the responsibility relies heavily on her.
However, many of the cases that we see in the clinic are about male fertility difficulties. These can be due to either low sperm count or abnormal sperm shape or size or motility problems, which can become a significant issue when a couple tries for a baby.
Extensive research reveals that acupuncture is very effective when used to treat male fertility issues, especially if it is enhanced when applied in combination with either Traditional Chinese or Western medicine. Acupuncture is very helpful in improving sperm quality and morphology too.
From a Chinese medical perspective, the overall health of the patient is very important and constitutional, as well as habitual patterns that interfere with sperms health are addressed. Some of these may include cigeratte smoking, cannabis smoking, recreational drugs, alcohol, anabolic steroid supplementation or nutritional deficiencies, long term stress, etc.
The Kidneys Play an Important Role in Male Reproductive Health
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has long history of treating male deficiencies, especially associated with the kidneys, which play an important role in men’s reproductive health
According to Chinese principles, there are three different qualities of energy, classified as the Three Treasures. They are Jing (constitutional Essence), Qi (energy, produced by digestion and breathing) and Shen (Mind). The Essence, is our heritage from our parents’ DNA and information and health predispositions, as well as the degree of vitality and long life dynamics that somebody may have, or in other words and the fixed amount of ‘money’ we have in the bank when we are born.
This energy reservoir depends on the health of both parents during conception. Jing is reserved in the kidneys and the kidneys in TCM are considered the source of energy within the body which house the ‘Essence’ and are responsible for overall health. Jing is depleted throughout our lives, especially when stress is involved and it’s fundamental to somebody’s lifespan.
Acupuncture Improves Sperm Quality
Research has suggested that acupuncture, statistically improves sperm quality and fertility rates in men with semen abnormalities (sperm motility and morphology). Possible mechanisms that may contribute to its effectiveness are that acupuncture may work as an anti-inflammatory aid by releasing immunomodulation factors to the reproductive area.
It may also enhance local microcirculation by increasing the blood flow and relaxation of the peripheral circulatory networks. This provides the semen with nutrients to supports its integrity. Semen contains antioxidants such as Melatonin, SOD, Catalase, GPx, Glutathione, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Pyruvate and Carnitine and includes NGF, oxytocin, FSH, Luteinising hormone, testosterone, oestrogen, cortisol and progesterone. It also assists with sperm maturation by increasing naturally testosterone levels.
It is important that when low sperm quality has been diagnosed, to consider acupuncture as a part of a more comprehensive approach to encourage fertility and maximise the health potential of the baby. A course of treatments with appropriate supplementation and herbal guidance is a very effective way to boost male fertility.
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