Benefits of Fertility from Acupuncture
Many acupuncture studies have shown positive outcomes with pregnancy success. Depending on the fertility treatment, between 30-91% of women have reported using acupuncture to enhance therapy. Many women utilize acupuncture in conjunction with treatments for PCOS, endometriosis, dysmenorrhea, and oligomenorrhea
Our Services
Acupuncture Consultation
This is a 45 minuteĀ consultation and treatment providing a plan for a personalized and individualized treatment based on specific needs and medical diagnosis. This consultation provides the starting point for the treatment of PCOS, endometriosis, hormonal imbalances, and menstrual irregularities for example.
Acupuncture Return Visit
This is a 45 minute follow-up treatment from a previously established personalized plan based on specific needs and diagnosis.
IVF Cycle Package
This package includes a total of 9 acupuncture treatments in preparation for IVF stimulation and egg retrieval. Most patients would utilize this package within the 2 months prior to egg retrieval. Many appointments can be scheduled to coordinate with your fertility appointments as well.
Acupuncture for IUI or Ovulation Induction
This package consists of 4 treatments during your IUI or Ovulation Induction cycle. Treatments may be coordinated with your fertility appointments. A weekly appointment should be scheduled during your IUI cycle.
Acupuncture FET Package
This package includes two acupuncture treatments in preparation for a frozen embryo transfer (FET) and two treatments following the evidence-based Paulus Protocol on the day of transfer. This package includes a total of 4 acupuncture sessions and all appointments can be scheduled in coordination with your fertility appointments.
Acupuncture FET Paulus Protocol Package (Pre & Post Treatmant)
The Paulus Protocol is an evidence-based use of on-site acupuncture immediately prior to a frozen embryo transfer (FET) and immediately following the transfer with evidence of improved pregnancy outcomes.
Jerusha Stephens, LAc, FABORM
Acupuncturist
acupuncture@paradigmbeyondinfertility.com
Jerusha is licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure and is a board certified Diplomat of Acupuncture and Herbology, nationally certified by the NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine).
She is presently Founder and President of the Mississippi Oriental Medicine Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to acupuncture advocacy. Her work with MOMA helped to usher in Mississippiās inaugural Acupuncture Practice Act in 2009, which allowed for the licensure and regulation of the profession in her home state.
Jerusha is proud and honored to become the first licensed acupuncturist in Mississippi. She is a member of the Jackson Spine Society and became the only Mississippi acupuncturist to earn a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, which distinguishes her as a specialist in helping men and women facing fertility issues with an integrative approach to their health, in 2010.
Jerusha has been studying and practicing Oriental Medicine since 1998. She graduated from the Academy of Oriental Medicine in Austin, Texas, in 2002, with a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine.