Frozen Embryo Transfer Acupuncture Protocol

Menstrual Cycle Prior to Your IVF Cycle

1 or 2 treatments

  • Eases stress and anxiety

During the FET cycle, treatment is generally given near days 7, 14, and 21, with a follow-up visit in the week following the transfer:

Day 7 Treatment 

  • Increases blood flow to the uterus and ovaries

  • Improves the uterine lining

  • Helps to alleviate side effects from medications

Day 14 Treatment 

  • Increases blood flow to the uterus and ovaries

  • Improves the uterine lining

  • Eases stress and anxiety

Day of Transfer

1 treatment as close to the embryo transfer as possible:

  • Eases stress and anxiety

  • Improves uterine blood flow

  • Reduces uterine contractions

Post Transfer

One treatment in the 2-7 days following the embryo transfer:

  • Supports embryo implantation and early pregnancy

  • Reduces uterine contractions

  • Eases stress and anxiety

This is the treatment schedule we have found to be the most effective for our patients. However, we are happy to adjust the schedule to fit your individual situation.