Avenue Acupuncture FAQs

Peripheral neuropathy can result from various causes, including diabetes, chemotherapy, infections, and autoimmune disorders, all of which disrupt communication between the central nervous system and the rest of the body.

Acupuncture can enhance nerve regeneration, reduce pain and inflammation, improve blood circulation to damaged nerves, modulate the immune response, and help restore sensory and motor function by re-establishing proper nerve signal transmission.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder affecting women of reproductive age, characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, excess androgen levels, and polycystic ovaries. It is caused by an imbalance of reproductive hormones and can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and other metabolic issues.

Yes. Treatment plans are personalized to address each individual’s specific symptoms and underlying causes of neuropathy, with regular sessions often recommended for optimal improvement.

IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) involves fertilizing an egg outside the body and transferring the embryo into the uterus. IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) involves placing sperm directly into the uterus during ovulation. FET (Frozen Embryo Transfer) involves thawing and transferring a previously frozen embryo to the uterus.

Acupuncture can improve blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, help regulate hormones to support the natural menstrual cycle, reduce stress and anxiety, and optimize the uterine environment to help improve the likelihood of successful embryo implantation.

Acupuncture can help alleviate side effects of fertility medications and treatments, such as bloating and mood swings, while treatment plans are personalized and timed to align with the stages of IVF, IUI, or FET.

Our fertility practitioner, Brendan Dolan, has worked with many couples undergoing assisted reproductive technologies. Contact us or book an appointment to find out how we can support your reproductive goals.

Hormones such as estrogen and progesterone play a crucial role in regulating the menstrual cycle. Imbalances can cause irregular periods, painful menstruation (dysmenorrhea), and PMS symptoms like mood swings, bloating, and fatigue.

Acupuncture targets specific points on the body to restore balance and improve reproductive health. It can help regulate menstrual cycles by affecting the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, which influences the release of fertility hormones.