Acupuncture for IVF support offers a gentle, natural fertility boost—one that many patients and integrative providers trust. At Balance Art Acupuncture McLean, our licensed acupuncturists help improve blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, promote hormonal balance, and reduce stress through proven physiological pathways. Clinical reviews and systematic studies suggest that acupuncture may increase clinical pregnancy and live birth rates when used alongside IVF, especially when sessions are timed around embryo transfer and supplemented with pre-cycle treatments. While research varies in quality, numerous patients report feeling physically calmer and more emotionally supported during their fertility journey—benefits that Western fertility specialists increasingly recognize. For best results, we suggest getting acupuncture consistently for 3 months
Modern research shows that acupuncture can effectively modulate the nervous system, improve local blood circulation, and trigger the release of endorphins and neurotransmitters that help reduce pain signals. Clinical studies suggest its benefits in both acute and chronic pain conditions, including lower back pain, neck pain, migraines, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. By targeting inflammation, muscle tension, and stress pathways, acupuncture provides a safe and evidence-based option for patients seeking natural pain management.
At Balance Art Acupuncture McLean, we integrate this research-informed approach with personalized care for our community in McLean, Arlington, Falls Church, and the greater DC area.
Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on the body to regulate the endocrine system, which controls hormone production and secretion. Studies suggest that acupuncture may influence the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which plays a key role in stress response and hormonal balance. Herbal medicine, often used in conjunction with acupuncture, provides natural support for the body’s hormonal systems. Chinese herbs are tailored to each individual’s needs and can help regulate estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, and other hormones. By improving circulation, reducing inflammation, and supporting organ function, herbal formulas work synergistically with acupuncture to promote balance, alleviate symptoms such as irregular periods, mood swings, and fatigue, and support long-term health.
Research shows that acupuncture significantly reduces anxiety symptoms, with a moderate effect size of −0.41 compared to controls. In IVF patients, just one session lowered stress and anxiety by 2.2 points on a 10-point scale. By calming the nervous system and regulating stress hormones, acupuncture offers an evidence-based, holistic approach to stress relief and anxiety care.
At Balance Art Acupuncture McLean, we provide compassionate, research-informed treatments for patients across McLean, Arlington, Falls Church, and the greater DC area.
Modern research and Traditional Chinese Medicine agree that many skin disorders are influenced by inflammation, stress, and immune imbalance. Acupuncture works by improving circulation, reducing systemic inflammation, and calming stress pathways, which can support the body’s ability to heal from chronic skin conditions. Studies suggest acupuncture may help manage symptoms of eczema, acne, psoriasis, and urticaria (hives), making it a safe, natural complement to dermatologic care.
At Balance Art Acupuncture McLean, we integrate evidence-based acupuncture with holistic approaches to support skin health for patients across McLean, Arlington, Falls Church, and the DC area.
Clinical studies show that acupuncture significantly improves digestive health by regulating gastrointestinal motility, reducing visceral hypersensitivity, and calming stress-related pathways. A systematic review of randomized controlled trials reported that 74% of patients with digestive disorders—including IBS, functional dyspepsia, and chronic gastritis—experienced symptom improvement, compared with 43% in control groups (p < 0.01).
Acupuncture has been shown to reduce abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and constipation by influencing the gut-brain axis and modulating neurotransmitters such as serotonin. At Balance Art Acupuncture McLean, we integrate these research-based findings with personalized Traditional Chinese Medicine care to help patients across McLean, Arlington, Falls Church, and the greater DC area restore balance and digestive wellness.
A multicenter randomized controlled trial found that acupuncture lowered the Total Nasal Symptom Score (TNSS) by an additional 1.03 points compared to sham acupuncture (95% CI: –1.96 to –0.09; p = 0.03). Mechanistically, acupuncture may reduce allergic inflammation by modulating both the nervous and immune systems—balancing Th1/Th2 responses, suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokines, and restoring autonomic regulation.
At Balance Art Acupuncture McLean, our approach integrates this scientific foundation with compassionate Traditional Chinese Medicine to support allergy relief for patients across McLean, Arlington, Falls Church, and the greater DC area.