Fertility Acupuncture in Berkshire
One in seven couples in the UK experiences fertility problems. At Berkshire Natural Fertility Clinic, Dr (TCM) Attilio D'Alberto has over 25 years of experience helping couples to conceive using traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Treatment is available at our clinic in Wokingham Therapy Clinic, 49 Denmark Street, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 2AY.
TCM acupuncture offers a natural, drug-free approach to improving fertility that can be used on its own or alongside IVF, IUI and other assisted conception treatments. Research consistently demonstrates its effectiveness, and it is increasingly recommended by mainstream fertility clinics.
How does acupuncture support fertility?
Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on the body to regulate the flow of Qi (life energy) and blood, and to restore balance to the body's systems. In the context of fertility, this translates to several clinically important effects:
- Hormone regulation — balancing LH, FSH, oestrogen, progesterone and AMH levels to support regular ovulation and healthy cycles
- Improved uterine blood flow — increasing circulation to the uterus to improve endometrial thickness and receptivity for implantation
- Ovarian blood flow — enhancing blood supply to the ovaries to support egg quality and follicular development
- PCOS management — reducing sympathetic nerve activity and androgen levels, promoting regular ovulation in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
- Stress reduction — lowering cortisol and supporting healthy HPA axis function, which is closely linked to reproductive hormone balance
What the research says
Clinical research supports the use of acupuncture for fertility. Studies by Stener-Victorin (2000, 2008, 2010) demonstrated significant improvements in reproductive hormones and ovarian function in women with PCOS following acupuncture treatment. A 2011 review of complementary medicine and fertility found that couples using TCM were twice as likely to conceive within four months compared to those using fertility drugs or IVF alone.
Conditions we treat
Our Berkshire fertility acupuncture clinic treats a wide range of conditions affecting female fertility, including:
- Unexplained infertility
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Endometriosis
- Irregular, absent or painful periods
- Poor ovarian reserve (low AMH)
- Thin endometrial lining
- Luteal phase defect
- Recurrent miscarriage
- Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI)
- Fibroids and adenomyosis
For male fertility conditions, see our dedicated male fertility page. For IVF support, see our IVF acupuncture page.
Chinese herbal medicine for fertility
Alongside acupuncture, Dr (TCM) D'Alberto may prescribe Chinese herbal medicine to support your fertility treatment. Herbs are prescribed in personalised formulas based on your individual TCM diagnosis and are sourced from pharmaceutical-grade suppliers. Chinese herbal medicine can be particularly effective for conditions such as PCOS, thin endometrial lining and recurrent miscarriage.
What to expect
Your first appointment will include a thorough consultation covering your fertility history, menstrual cycle, diet, lifestyle and any Western medical test results. Dr (TCM) D'Alberto will carry out a TCM assessment using tongue and pulse diagnosis, then create a personalised treatment plan.
Fertility acupuncture sessions are relaxing and painless. Most patients are recommended weekly sessions, typically aligned to their menstrual cycle. For best results, a minimum of three months of treatment is usually advised — the length of a complete egg maturation cycle.
Fertility acupuncture video
Watch the video below to learn more about how acupuncture can help you conceive.
Book your fertility consultation at our Berkshire clinic today, or view our treatment costs.