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TCM Fertility Singapore

SIN KANG TCM

Women are subjected to three significant life stages: puberty, childbirth, and menopause, during which they are vulnerable to various physical and emotional imbalances. TCM fertility therapy is vital for addressing these women’s health issues, enabling ladies to regain and maintain a healthy life.


Females must pay attention when they get gynaecological itching, abnormal vaginal discharge, and abnormal bleeding symptoms. Acne, breast pain, cold hands and feet, period cramps, menstrual disorders and dysmenorrhea, and hair loss problems are all problems most women face.


Sin Kang TCM clinic provides TCM fertility therapy plans, ovary & postnatal care, massage and breast lifting services to help women in Singapore strengthen their physical and mental health as they pass through these major life stages. Sin Kang TCM clinic also has friendly and experienced physicians and therapists.

What is Infertility

Infertility refers to the condition experienced by individuals or couples who are unable to conceive after one year of regular, unprotected sexual intercourse. It is recognised as a disorder of the reproductive system that can affect both men and women. Various factors may contribute to infertility, including issues related to either partner or, sometimes, reasons that remain unidentified. This condition encompasses any situation where a couple faces challenges in conceiving, regardless of the frequency of their sexual activity. The definition of infertility emphasises the importance of duration and consistency in attempts to conceive when diagnosing and understanding this reproductive challenge.

Common Fertility Issues from TCM Point of View


From a TCM perspective, infertility is often viewed through the lens of energy and blood flow imbalances, as well as the health of specific organs, particularly the kidney, liver, and spleen. The kidney is considered to hold the body's reproductive essence, thus playing a pivotal role in fertility. TCM theory suggests that a deficiency in kidney Qi could significantly affect a person's reproductive ability.

Key TCM Concepts in Understanding Fertility:

  1. Kidney Deficiency: TCM posits that the kidneys store Jing (essence), which is crucial for fertility. A deficiency in kidney Jing might lead to reduced fertility in women and affect sperm quality in men.
  2. Liver Qi Stagnation: The liver regulates Qi throughout the body and ensures smooth blood flow. Emotional distress or lifestyle factors can lead to liver Qi stagnation, manifesting as menstrual irregularities or affecting overall reproductive health.
  3. Spleen Qi Deficiency: The spleen plays a vital role in producing Qi and blood from the food we eat. A deficiency in spleen Qi can lead to inadequate blood production, which is essential for nourishing the reproductive organs, and potentially lead to difficulties in sustaining a pregnancy.
  4. Blood Stasis and Poor Circulation: Proper blood flow is crucial for nourishing the reproductive organs. Stagnation or blood stasis can result in conditions like endometriosis or fibroids, which are significant contributors to female infertility.
  5. Work Stress: Chronic stress disrupts the balance of the body’s natural energy flow, affecting the liver’s ability to maintain smooth Qi flow. This disruption can influence hormonal balances critical to fertility, such as those regulating the menstrual cycle and ovulation.
  6. Lack of Sleep: Sleep is important for the restoration and balance of kidney Yin and Yang, which are essential for reproductive health. Insufficient sleep can deplete the Yin, leading to an imbalance that might manifest as irregular menstrual cycles or hormonal disruptions impacting fertility.
  7. Sexual Dysfunction: Issues with sexual function can also stem from imbalances in Qi, blood, and essence, which TCM therapy aims to rectify.
  8. Endometriosis: This condition is often seen in TCM as a manifestation of blood stasis. The stagnation of blood within the uterus can cause pain and affect fertility. TCM focuses on invigorating blood flow and resolving stasis.
  9. Poor Ovulation: Ovulatory disorders are often associated with imbalances in kidney essence and liver Qi. The kidney is believed to govern reproduction, and any deficiency can affect the menstrual cycle and ovulation. Liver Qi ensures the free flow of Qi and blood necessary for the timely release of the egg.


Causes of Fertility Issues from TCM Perspective

Infertility affects many couples worldwide and can stem from various causes related to the reproductive systems of both males and females. For women, common physiological causes include tubal blockages, often resulting from pelvic inflammatory disease or surgeries, uterine disorders like fibroids and endometriosis, and ovarian issues such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). These conditions can impair the natural process of ovulation and hinder the fertilisation of the egg or its subsequent implantation in the uterus.

In men, infertility can arise from obstructions in the seminal pathways, hormonal imbalances affecting sperm production, direct testicular failure, or sperm dysfunction. Factors such as the morphology and motility of sperm are critical, where abnormalities can drastically reduce fertility. Environmental influences, lifestyle choices such as the use of anabolic steroids, and exposure to certain chemicals or radiation can also negatively impact sperm quality and count.

From the perspective of TCM, these physiological and environmental factors are often viewed through the lens of energy flow, organ health, and the balance of elemental forces within the body.

TCM Perspective on Female Fertility Issues:

  • Cold Womb Syndrome: This condition is thought to hinder the uterus's ability to support pregnancy. A cold womb can make the internal environment inhospitable for embryo implantation, often attributed to an excess of cold or Yin energy.
  • Kidney Deficiency: As mentioned, in TCM, the kidneys are believed to store reproductive essence, which is vital for fertility. A deficiency in kidney Jing can lead to diminished fertility and may impact the menstrual cycle.
  • Blood Stagnation: Proper blood flow is crucial for the delivery of nutrients to the womb. Stagnation can result in conditions like fibroids and endometriosis, which are known to affect fertility.

TCM Perspective on Male Fertility Issues:

  • Kidney Deficiency: Just as in females, kidney deficiency in males can lead to lower fertility levels, affecting sperm production and overall sexual health.
  • Blood and Qi Deficiency: Deficiencies in Qi and blood can lead to weakened immunity and poor overall health, which in turn may impair erectile function and reduce sperm vitality.
  • Damp-Heat: This particular imbalance is associated with inflammation and infection in the lower body, particularly the genital area. It can lead to poor sperm health and reduced motility.

TCM THERAPY FOR FERTILITY

TCM offers a holistic approach to addressing fertility issues, focusing on restoring balance and supporting the body's natural capabilities. Here's an overview of the various TCM therapies employed to support fertility:

Consultation and Assessment

Every fertility journey in TCM begins with a consultation and assessment. During the initial visit, a TCM practitioner conducts a discussion and health evaluation using traditional methods to discern each individual's unique health imbalances. This personalised assessment is crucial as it helps to tailor a plan that targets the root causes of infertility, thereby optimising the body for conception.

Warming Tummy Wrap

The warming tummy wrap is a therapeutic method used to energise the womb. It involves applying a warm compress across the abdominal area, which may help clear blockages and enhance the flow of Qi and blood. This can be beneficial for warming the uterus, potentially promoting blood circulation, and preparing the body for pregnancy.

Oil Massages

Oil massages target specific acupoints along women’s meridian channels to stimulate the flow of Qi and blood. These massages not only manage stress and promote relaxation but also possibly clear blockages, regulate Qi, and blood circulation, correct Yin and Yang imbalance, bring hormones back to pre-pregnancy levels and improve mood swings. It may also reduce blood stasis and lochia, reduce wind and water retention, address body aches and cramps, regain vigour and strength, help the uterus contract and heal, strengthen overall ovary health and immunity, and improve the female reproductive system functions.

No-pain Acupuncture

Acupuncture aims to correct imbalances in Qi and blood flow, making it an integral part of the fertility therapy plan. Each acupoint is chosen based on the individual's specific health needs, such as enhancing ovulation regularity or improving the health of sperm and eggs.

Moxibustion

TCM moxibustion may also be incorporated to help with postpartum recovery through its warming properties that heat specific acupuncture points on the body. Moxibustion is particularly recommended for its properties in warming the uterus and regulating the menstrual cycle. By heating these points, moxibustion helps to dispel cold and dampness from the body, boost the flow of fresh oxygenated blood and nutrients to ovaries, strengthen the immune system, and optimise the well-being of their ovaries (even for non-postnatal women).

Cupping

Cupping therapy involves creating suction on the skin to promote blood circulation and resolve Qi stagnation. For fertility, cupping is typically used to eliminate cold and dampness from the body and enhance the vitality of reproductive organs.

Herbal Medication

Custom herbal formulas are prescribed to address specific conditions like PCOS, irregular menstruation, or hormonal imbalances. These herbs work by stimulating ovulation, improving egg quality, and enhancing sperm health, thereby increasing the overall chances of conception.

TCM with IVF & IUI

TCM may be leveraged to support reproductive technologies such as In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) and Intrauterine Insemination (IUI). By integrating TCM practices like acupuncture and herbal medicine with these treatments, patients may potentially experience enhanced outcomes.

Acupuncture, in particular, is valued for its ability to improve blood flow to the uterus, which is crucial for the successful implantation of an embryo during IVF and IUI procedures. Increased uterine blood flow helps to create a more favourable environment for the embryo to implant and develop. Moreover, acupuncture has been shown to help reduce stress related to sub-fertility and the emotional strain associated with repeated IVF cycles.

Herbal medications prescribed in TCM may also be tailored to improve the overall reproductive health of the patient and to ensure that the body's constitution is conducive to implantation. This holistic approach not only focuses on enhancing the physical readiness for pregnancy but also addresses any subtle imbalances that may hinder the process.

Together, these TCM techniques complement conventional fertility treatments by preparing the body to respond better to them and by supporting the overall well-being of patients throughout their fertility journey.

OUR FERTILITY AND WOMEN’S HEALTH TCM PROGRAMME INCLUDES:

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NO-PAIN acupuncture™

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Moxibustion Therapy

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Cupping

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Herbal Medication

Note: The TCM fertility programme will be customised to your physical condition and may include just one treatment or a mix of more. Usually, moxibustion, acupuncture and herbal remedies are used.

Book an Appointment

You can book an appointment for our TCM fertility programme here or email us at ask@sinkangtcm.com.sg!

Bookings are subject to availability and confirmation. Our team will WhatsApp or call you to confirm the booking within 48 hours. For bookings within the next 24 hours, we suggest you call the clinic directly. We look forward to welcoming you on your Health Renewal Journey!

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Women's Health

  • When it comes to fertility acupuncture, where do the needles go?

    During TCM fertility acupuncture, needles will be placed on the lower belly at times. But they will also be utilised on vital spots on the legs, feet, hands, and arms. Additionally, auricular acupuncture points, which are sites on the ear that have a relaxing effect, are also frequently used.

  • How long does it usually take to become pregnant after starting acupuncture?

    TCM fertility acupuncture in Singapore varies in its effectiveness in helping women achieve natural pregnancy, depending on one’s constitution. Natural conception can be accelerated if the father and the woman undertake lifestyle and dietary modifications. Taking Chinese fertility herbs is recommended as it may help to enhance its efficacy.

  • How often should I have acupuncture?

    Your acupuncturist will customise therapy sessions based on your needs, but one to three appointments per week are usually recommended. After the first session, each session can run for up to an hour, with a 20–40-minute needle session followed by a conversation period to keep your acupuncturist up to date on your response to Chinese acupuncture.

  • How does TCM improve fertility?

    Some people may be able to conceive naturally without the use of invasive surgeries or hormonal medicines if TCM helps with infertility disorders. These fertility conditions include lowering inflammation or increasing blood circulation and reproductive organ functions and they are addressed through the holistic approach TCM adopts to correct underlying imbalances.

  • Does TCM help with PCOS?

    Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have claimed that TCM is beneficial in helping them manage this specific women’s health condition. For instance, weekly acupuncture sessions at TCM clinics are observed to improve ovulation, improve BMI, lower LH, oestrogen, and testosterone levels, promote ovulation reaction, and effectively shorten menstrual cycles.

  • Are there Chinese herbs I can consume to improve fertility?

    The herb Tribulus(刺蒺藜), which is also used in TCM, can help both male and female fertility. Tribulus may aid in normalising the menses cycle and creating predictable ovulation in women with irregular ovulation, particularly those with PCOS. Speak to Sin Kang TCM’s practitioners in Singapore today to determine the most appropriate herbs and dosage.

  • Are there any potential side effects or risks associated with TCM treatments for women's health and fertility?

    TCM treatments for women’s health and fertility are generally considered safe. However, as with all medical treatments, individual sensitivities may pose a risk. Thus, always communicate openly with your TCM practitioner about your medical history, current medications, and any concerns you may have to maximise the safety and effectiveness of your therapy.

  • How long does it typically take to see improvements in women's health or fertility after starting TCM treatments?

    It generally takes at least three months for ladies to observe improvements in their health or fertility after starting a TCM treatment. However, the specific duration required for a response to treatment varies based on several factors, such as the individual’s medical condition, overall health, treatment plan, treatment consistency and lifestyle factors.

  • Can TCM treatments be combined with conventional Western medical treatments for women's health and fertility issues?

    TCM treatments can be combined with conventional Western medical treatments for addressing women’s health and fertility issues. In fact, this integrative approach may be recommended for the synergistic effect it achieves. Your TCM practitioner in Singapore will be able to provide further advice upon a deeper understanding of your condition.

  • How does TCM diagnose and create a personalised treatment plan for women's health and fertility issues?

    TCM physicians may examine symptoms in relation to other concurrent symptoms, factors that can modify these symptoms, the information provided by patients and other clinical observations. Pulse diagnosis may also be conducted to identify the most likely pattern of disorders. The information is then utilised to establish a plan for treating women’s health and fertility issues.

  • What kind of lifestyle changes or dietary recommendations are typically suggested alongside TCM treatments for women's health and fertility?

    Common recommendations for ladies undergoing TCM treatments for women’s health and fertility include:

    • Stress management.
    • Regular physical activity.
    • Getting sufficient and quality sleep.
    • Consuming a balanced and nutrient-rich diet.

    Nonetheless, consulting with your TCM practitioner before making changes is recommended to ensure they align with your treatment plan and medical considerations.

  • Are TCM treatments suitable for women with specific medical conditions or taking certain medications?

    TCM treatments can be suitable for women with specific health conditions or individuals taking certain medications. However, to ensure you receive the most appropriate and effective treatment for your specific needs and reduce any potential risks, it is recommended that you communicate your medical condition with your TCM practitioner honestly.

  • How often will I need to visit the TCM clinic for treatments or consultations, and what is the estimated duration of a treatment course?

    One to three weekly visits may be required, and female fertility issues or period cramps TCM treatments may be tailored to align with your menstrual cycle. Your TCM practitioner in Singapore will provide a more concrete treatment frequency and duration with you upon further understanding of your condition during consultation.

  • What are the costs associated with women's health and fertility TCM therapy at Sin Kang TCM?

    The cost of Sin Kang TCM’s therapy options for women’s health and fertility issues vary based on factors such as your required medication and treatment course. Our TCM practitioners will be better positioned to provide an estimation of the costs involved upon a diagnosis of your condition. Visit our clinic for a consultation today.

  • Can I pay by insurance?

    Sin Kang TCM’s therapies are covered by all insurance policies, including TCM coverage. Nonetheless, confirming the specific terms and conditions, including any limitations or restrictions, with your insurance provider is advisable. For insurance claims, patients are required to undergo a special consultation to obtain an issued diagnosis for insurance filing.

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