Ancient Wisdom for Modern Fertility
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Fertility
Trying to conceive can feel overwhelming, especially when cycles are irregular, ovulation is inconsistent, or IVF becomes part of your journey. Fertility acupuncture offers structured, evidence-informed support to regulate hormones, improve circulation to the ovaries and uterus, and strengthen whole-body resilience.
Christine Keller, L.Ac, FABORM provides integrative fertility care rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern reproductive science. With nearly two decades of experience, she works with women throughout Lakeville, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, and the greater Twin Cities South Metro.
Fertility acupuncture may help:
• Regulate ovulation
• Improve egg quality support
• Increase ovarian and uterine blood flow
• Support healthy endometrial lining development
• Reduce inflammation
• Improve luteal phase function
• Balance stress hormones affecting reproduction
• Regulate irregular or long cycles
• Support PCOS-related ovulatory disfunction
Acupuncture works by improving circulation, modulating hormone signaling, and supporting nervous system regulation, critical components in reproductive health.
Acupuncture works by improving circulation, modulating hormone signaling, and supporting nervous system regulation, critical components in reproductive health.
Acupuncture is commonly used alongside IVF, IUI, and other assisted reproductive treatments.
IVF support may include:
• Pre-stimulation cycle preparation
• Support during ovarian stimulation
• Stress reduction during retrieval
• Pre- and post-embryo transfer acupuncture
• Lining development support
• Support during the two-week wait
Care is coordinated with your reproductive endocrinologist’s protocol to compliment, not replace, your medical treatment.
Preparing for IVF? Support Your Body Before Treatment Begins
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Whether you are preparing for your first cycle or optimizing a future transfer, this guide will help you feel informed, grounded, and supported.
• Irregular cycles
• Anovulation
• PCOS
• Diminished ovarian reserve
• Unexplained infertility
• Recurrent pregnancy loss support
• Short luteal phase
• Hormonal imbalance
Treatment begins with a comprehensive review of your cycle history, labs, symptoms, and fertility goals. Sessions are typically weekly, increasing in frequency during IVF cycles or active stimulation phases.
Herbal medicine, supplement guidance, and lifestyle recommendations may be incorporated when appropriate.
As a Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (FABORM), Christine has advanced training in reproductive endocrinology, IVF protocols, and integrative fertility care. This ensures treatment strategies align with current reproductive medicine standards.
Acupuncture has been studied for its role in reproductive health, hormone regulation, pain management, and nervous system balance. While research is ongoing, multiple studies suggest acupuncture may influence circulation, autonomic function, and inflammatory signaling.
Paulus WE et al, 2002
Influence of acupuncture on the pregnancy rate in patients who undergo assisted reproduction therapy. Fertility and Sterility, 77(4), 721 to 724.
This early randomized trial found higher pregnancy rates in the acupuncture group when performed before and after embryo transfer.
Smith CA et al, 2018
Effect of acupuncture vs sham acupuncture on live births among women undergoing IVF. JAMA, 319(19), 1990 to 1998.
This large randomized trial demonstrated the importance of protocol timing and individualized treatment in acupuncture for IVF.
Stener Victorin E et al, 1996
Reduction of blood flow impedance in the uterine arteries of infertile women with electro acupuncture. Human Reproduction, 11(6), 1314 to 1317.
This study demonstrated improved uterine blood flow following acupuncture treatment.