Acupuncture

Acupuncture is the go to treatment for those wishing to optimise natural conception or support IVF.

Acupuncture is currently available with Emma Cannon Associates. It is recommended that new patients book an initial consultation with Emma before commencing acupuncture treatment with Emma Cannon Associates. To do so, please click here.

Emma and her associates know how to use this ancient therapy to very best effect, often in combination with nutrition and lifestyle advice and/or alongside conventional medical treatment. A growing body of scientific research now supports the efficacy of acupuncture, in particular as a complementary therapy for those going through IVF or other assisted fertility treatments – a recent trial demonstrated a doubling of IVF success rates when acupuncture was used.

Acupuncture is currently available on our medical premises at Upper Wimpole Street and Cliveden Place. Throughout the pandemic, we are still able to offer treatment and are adhering to all the government guidelines and extra health and safety measures to keep you and our practitioners safe.

“The aim of the acupuncturist is to create balance and harmony in the body in order to optimise health and wellbeing. We know that acupuncture releases endorphins which are nature’s pain relieving messengers It may also help reduce the discomfort many women experience during fertility treatment. An added benefit is that many patients report feeling calmer, which can only be a positive during what can be a very stressful time."

— Emma Cannon

Men can also benefit from using acupuncture prior to and during IVF, particularly if there is male factor infertility or they have high-stress levels. Many men enjoy being involved in the process and find acupuncture helps them relax.

“ My first experience with Emma was her 90 Day’s Fertile programme. It changed my perspective of fertility and my IVF journey and helped me so much to approach it with balance and feeling wholeheartedly supported. And knowing Sessions with Emma are there at the most difficult times has helped see me through, they’ve been a literal lifeline.

Acupuncture with Alison has been making such a difference to my fertility journey and my life more generally! She provides kind and knowledgeable support alongside the treatment in an incredibly calming space. I never thought I’d look forward to a session but I really do, knowing I will feel so much better after each one. Overall the kindness, compassion, understanding and knowledge of both have meant that instead of feeling alone and desolate during this difficult time, I feel I have a team behind me cheering me on.” Alex, March 2022