Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction, 1st Edition
An integrated approach to treatment and management
Authors :
Alan Szmelskyj & Irina Szmelskyj & Lianne Aquilina
Date of Publication: 09/2014
The management of infertility using acupuncture is an expanding area of practice and one which is frequently rewarding for TCM acupuncture practitioners.
Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction has been specially prepared to meet the growing ...view more
The management of infertility using acupuncture is an expanding area of practice and one which is frequently rewarding for TCM acupuncture practitioners.
Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction has been specially prepared to meet the growing demand for information in this area and draws upon 20 years combined experience of the authors together with the latest evidence from both orthodox medicine and TCM.
Richly illustrated and clearly written throughout, the book takes the reader through the anatomy and physiology of reproductive medicine (from both an orthodox and TCM perspective) and explains the underlying basis of orthodox medical fertility tests and investigations. The volume then explores the pathology and aetiology of TCM syndromes and shows how common fertility-related conditions, such as endometriosis and male factor infertility, affect Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) success rates. It explains in great detail how to take a reproductive medical history and successfully diagnose TCM syndromes. Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction also provides guidelines on how to regulate the menstrual cycle in preparation for IVF treatment and shows how lifestyle can affect fertility and ART success rates.
Placing a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of patient care, Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction contains an abundance of case history templates, algorithmic acupuncture treatment pathways and patient fact sheets and will be ideal for all acupuncture practitioners working in this field.
"A must have for the bookshelf of any acupuncturist who is ever called upon to treat fertility issues - if you have room for one book this surely must be it." Reviewed by The Acupuncture Fertility Centre March 2015
"Practitioners of all levels of experience and TCM students should find it compelling reading and an invaluable companion to their learning." Reviewed by Stephen Clarke, Journal of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society May 2015
"This book is extremely well re-searched and referenced." Reviewed by Danny Maxwell on behalf of Journal of Chinese Medicine, February 2015
The management of infertility using acupuncture is an expanding area of practice and one which is frequently rewarding for TCM acupuncture practitioners.
Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction has been specially prepared to meet the growing demand for information in this area and draws upon 20 years combined experience of the authors together with the latest evidence from both orthodox medicine and TCM.
Richly illustrated and clearly written throughout, the book takes the reader through the anatomy and physiology of reproductive medicine (from both an orthodox and TCM perspective) and explains the underlying basis of orthodox medical fertility tests and investigations. The volume then explores the pathology and aetiology of TCM syndromes and shows how common fertility-related conditions, such as endometriosis and male factor infertility, affect Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) success rates. It explains in great detail how to take a reproductive medical history and successfully diagnose TCM syndromes. Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction also provides guidelines on how to regulate the menstrual cycle in preparation for IVF treatment and shows how lifestyle can affect fertility and ART success rates.
Placing a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of patient care, Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction contains an abundance of case history templates, algorithmic acupuncture treatment pathways and patient fact sheets and will be ideal for all acupuncture practitioners working in this field.
"A must have for the bookshelf of any acupuncturist who is ever called upon to treat fertility issues - if you have room for one book this surely must be it."Reviewed by The Acupuncture Fertility Centre March 2015
"Practitioners of all levels of experience and TCM students should find it compelling reading and an invaluable companion to their learning."Reviewed by Stephen Clarke, Journal of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society May 2015
"This book is extremely well re-searched and referenced."Reviewed by Danny Maxwell on behalf of Journal of Chinese Medicine, February 2015
Key Features
Simplifies complex information into easily accessible and understandable material
Explains reproductive anatomy and physiology from the perspectives of both orthodox medicine and TCM
Explains the underlying basis of orthodox medical fertility tests and investigations
Explores the pathology and aetiology of TCM syndromes
Provides detailed information on how to take a fertility medical history and how to diagnose TCM syndromes
Presents the evidence for the influence of various lifestyle factors on fertility and ART success rates
Provides guidelines on how to regulate the menstrual cycle in preparation for IVF treatment
Explains how common fertility-related conditions such as endometriosis, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, thyroid disease, and male factor infertility affect ART success rates
Explains how to adapt acupuncture treatment to different ART protocols
Provides case history templates, algorithmic acupuncture treatment pathways and patient fact sheets
Explains how to manage patients with complex medical histories
Looks at Repeated Implantation Failure, reproductive immunology dysfunction, and recurrent miscarriages
Explains how to support patients if their IVF is unsuccessful and how to treat patients during early pregnancy
Examines ethical considerations relevant to fertility acupuncture practice
Author Information
By Irina Szmelskyj, DipAc MSc MBAcC, Lead Clinician, True Health Clinics and Founder of The Fertility Foundation, Godmanchester, Huntingdon; Lecturer and MSc Supervisor, Northern College of Acupuncture, York; Guest Lecturer, University of Lincoln, Lincoln, UK; Lianne Aquilina, BSc Hons MBAcC ATCM, Lead Clinician, Founder Aquilia Fertility, Stamford, Lincolnshire; Acupuncture Clinical Supervisor, Guest Lecturer, Traditional Chinese Medicine in Fertility/IVF, University of Lincoln; Guest Lecturer, Northern College of Acupuncture, York, UK; Alan Szmelskyj, DO MSc AdvDipClinHyp FRSPH, Senior Clinician, True Health Clinics, Godmanchester, Huntingdon and Scientific Advisor, The Stress Management Foundation, Godmanchester, Huntington, UK
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https://www.uk.elsevierhealth.com/acupuncture-for-ivf-and-assisted-reproduction-9780702050107.html83502Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproductionhttps://www.uk.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/9/7/9780702050107_4.jpg33.7444.99GBPInStock/Health Professions/Complementary Medicine/Students/Complementary medicine/Books10456276253652550391745310036105145145120<p>The management of infertility using acupuncture is an expanding area of practice and one which is frequently rewarding for TCM acupuncture practitioners. </p>
<P>Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction has been specially prepared to meet the growing demand for information in this area and draws upon 20 years combined experience of the authors together with the latest evidence from both orthodox medicine and TCM. </p>
<P>Richly illustrated and clearly written throughout, the book takes the reader through the anatomy and physiology of reproductive medicine (from both an orthodox and TCM perspective) and explains the underlying basis of orthodox medical fertility tests and investigations. The volume then explores the pathology and aetiology of TCM syndromes and shows how common fertility-related conditions, such as endometriosis and male factor infertility, affect Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) success rates. It explains in great detail how to take a reproductive medical history and successfully diagnose TCM syndromes. Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction also provides guidelines on how to regulate the menstrual cycle in preparation for IVF treatment and shows how lifestyle can affect fertility and ART success rates. </p>
<P>Placing a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of patient care, Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction contains an abundance of case history templates, algorithmic acupuncture treatment pathways and patient fact sheets and will be ideal for all acupuncture practitioners working in this field.</p>
<P><i>"A must have for the bookshelf of any acupuncturist who is ever called upon to treat fertility issues - if you have room for one book this surely must be it."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> The Acupuncture Fertility Centre March 2015</p>
<P><i>"Practitioners of all levels of experience and TCM students should find it compelling reading and an invaluable companion to their learning."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> Stephen Clarke, Journal of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society May 2015</p>
<P>"<i>This book is extremely well re-searched and referenced."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> Danny Maxwell on behalf of Journal of Chinese Medicine, February 2015</p> <p>The management of infertility using acupuncture is an expanding area of practice and one which is frequently rewarding for TCM acupuncture practitioners. </p>
<P>Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction has been specially prepared to meet the growing demand for information in this area and draws upon 20 years combined experience of the authors together with the latest evidence from both orthodox medicine and TCM. </p>
<P>Richly illustrated and clearly written throughout, the book takes the reader through the anatomy and physiology of reproductive medicine (from both an orthodox and TCM perspective) and explains the underlying basis of orthodox medical fertility tests and investigations. The volume then explores the pathology and aetiology of TCM syndromes and shows how common fertility-related conditions, such as endometriosis and male factor infertility, affect Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) success rates. It explains in great detail how to take a reproductive medical history and successfully diagnose TCM syndromes. Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction also provides guidelines on how to regulate the menstrual cycle in preparation for IVF treatment and shows how lifestyle can affect fertility and ART success rates. </p>
<P>Placing a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of patient care, Acupuncture for IVF and Assisted Reproduction contains an abundance of case history templates, algorithmic acupuncture treatment pathways and patient fact sheets and will be ideal for all acupuncture practitioners working in this field.</p>
<P><i>"A must have for the bookshelf of any acupuncturist who is ever called upon to treat fertility issues - if you have room for one book this surely must be it."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> The Acupuncture Fertility Centre March 2015</p>
<P><i>"Practitioners of all levels of experience and TCM students should find it compelling reading and an invaluable companion to their learning."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> Stephen Clarke, Journal of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society May 2015</p>
<P>"<i>This book is extremely well re-searched and referenced."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> Danny Maxwell on behalf of Journal of Chinese Medicine, February 2015</p>00add-to-cart97807020501072014ProfessionalBy Irina Szmelskyj, DipAc MSc MBAcC, Lianne Aquilina, BSc Hons MBAcC ATCM and Alan Szmelskyj, DO MSc AdvDipClinHyp FRSPH20151Book189w x 246h (7.44" x 9.68")Approx. 103 illustrationsChurchill Livingstone44818 Sep 2014IN STOCKBy <STRONG>Irina Szmelskyj</STRONG>, DipAc MSc MBAcC, Lead Clinician, True Health Clinics and Founder of The Fertility Foundation, Godmanchester, Huntingdon; Lecturer and MSc Supervisor, Northern College of Acupuncture, York; Guest Lecturer, University of Lincoln, Lincoln, UK; <STRONG>Lianne Aquilina</STRONG>, BSc Hons MBAcC ATCM, Lead Clinician, Founder Aquilia Fertility, Stamford, Lincolnshire; Acupuncture Clinical Supervisor, Guest Lecturer, Traditional Chinese Medicine in Fertility/IVF, University of Lincoln; Guest Lecturer, Northern College of Acupuncture, York, UK; <STRONG>Alan Szmelskyj</STRONG>, DO MSc AdvDipClinHyp FRSPH, Senior Clinician, True Health Clinics, Godmanchester, Huntingdon and Scientific Advisor, The Stress Management Foundation, Godmanchester, Huntington, UKBooksNoNoNoNoPlease SelectPlease SelectPlease Select
