How does acupuncture work?

Acupuncture not only stimulates the body’s ‘happy hormones’ ( such as Endorphins), providing natural pain relief and easing anxiety, but also stimulates the normal flow of energy (Qi) and blood through the body, providing a safe, drug-free and highly effective method for restoring mental, physical, emotional and hormonal balance.

How many years of experience does Dr Christine Cui have?

Dr Christine Cui has clinical experience for more than 25 years from China and Australia. She has a PhD degree in Chinese Medicine Gynaecology from the Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine in China. She is a registered Chinese medicine doctor through AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency). And she is an accredited member of AACMA (Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association Ltd) and CAMCA

What type of services does Dr Christine Cui offer?

At Dr Christine Cui clinic, we offer services for natural fertility, unexplained infertility, miscarriages, Endometriosis, Period Pain, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), irregular uterine bleeding, UTI, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (P.C.O.S) and Thyroid Dysfunction.

Can I claim acupuncture consultation through HICAPS?

Yes, you can claim acupuncture consultation straight through our HICAPS machine. You will need to bring your private health insurance card in order to do this.

How often should I come in for acupuncture?

This depends on each individual case because everyone has different management. However, we do recommend a patient to come once or twice a week for the first few weeks to stabilise the condition and then once a week or once two weeks until the duration of the treatment.

What is the IVF Acupuncture treatments recommendation?

The recommended treatments are as follows: 1. Prior to starting your IVF Cycle (once a week), 2. During the stimulation phase, 3. Acupuncture before and after egg collection, 4. A day before/on the day of the Embryo Transfer (within 24 hours), 5. A Day after/on the day of the Embryo Transfer (within 24 hours), 6. Once a week until the blood test result confirm, 7. Once a week during the first trimester of pregnancy

Can I expect immediate results from acupuncture?

This depends on which symptoms you want to treat as well as your condition. If it is muscular pain, you will get less pain within one session. However, for fertility acupuncture, the results can be months.

What are the benefits of Chinese herbal medicine?

Chinese Medicine adopts a holistic approach in regulating, nourishing, and continuing to cleanse and detox the system. This practice can assist in resolving diseases and the prevention of a number of illnesses.

Could I speak to Dr Christine about how acupuncture can help me get pregnant and where the needles will be placed?

Yes, you can definitely speak to Dr Christine on how acupuncture can help you get pregnant. She will discuss your conditions as well as where the needles are going to be placed.

Can acupuncture assist to induce labour?

Yes, acupuncture is often used as a safe and cheaper alternative to induce labour. Some of our patients usually can see immediate results even only 1 session. However, this also depends on each individual case.

Can you have acupuncture during menstruation?

Yes, it is completely fine for you to have acupuncture during menstruation. However, we do recommend women who have issues with endometriosis to have acupuncture couple days before to support the smooth of blood flow.

Should I do acupuncture after delivering a baby?

It is recommended by Dr Christine for women to do acupuncture after delivery (ie. post-surgery). This is to reduce stress and avoid baby blue symptoms.

Can Chinese herbs (TCM) help me in losing weight?

Yes, Chinese Herbal medicine (TCM) can reduce your weight because it improves spleen functions. Dr Christine recommends you to do both acupuncture and TCM at the same time to effectively achieve weight loss goals. Of course a healthy diet, regular exercise and reduce alcohol intake will give you faster results.

When is the best time of acupuncture for inducing labour?

Dr Christine recommends pregnant women to prepare for induction starting from week 38. It is easier for new mothers to have smooth labour by doing acupuncture from week 38 until she feels the contraction.

Acupuncture For Lu-teal Phase Defect

Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine For Lu-teal Phase Defect(LPD) Melbourne

It is important to treat LPD as soon as possible, especially for couples who are trying to conceive. The following paragraphs will explain how Acupuncture Clinic and Chinese medicine may have positive impacts.

Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine may provide as adjunctive therapy option with fertility treatments suggested by medical professional to assist women who have a luteal phase defect to become pregnant by stimulating specific points so that the body produces more progesterone. (Source:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2816470/)

It also may help to balance hormone production and increase the uterus lining thicker and ready for conception. (Source:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3962314/)

Other benefits of acupuncture might include: making the body more relaxed, reducing stress levels and improving women’s wellbeing. (Source:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24761171/)

Once this LPD issue is resolved by using conventional medicine fertility treatments along with Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, women may able to conceive more easily. This may increase the chance of successful conception for couples who are trying to conceive.

A Luteal Phase Defect (LPD) is a disruption in a woman’s monthly menstrual cycle. Having a luteal phase defect means that each month, the lining of the uterus does not grow to a proper size. As a result, it will cause a woman to be infertile. Generally, during the ovulation phase, the lining of women’s uterus will be thicker to prepare for possible conception/pregnancy.

Causes of Luteal Phase Defect

The cause of Luteal Phase defects usually because the ovaries do not produce enough progesterone. As a result, the lining of the uterus does not grow properly each month. In short, the main cause of LPD is the hormone imbalance affecting the growth of uterine lining in women’s body.

There are typical symptoms of LPD that women should be aware of, this includes; shorter menstrual cycle, infertility, low basal body temperature, breast tenderness, low back pain, fatigue, etc.

Discover more about our range of services by contacting our team. Make an appointment by calling 03 9820 8651 and we will be happy to discuss your requirements and arrange a consultation. You can also leave your details in our contact form and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Our Expert Practitioners

Dr Christine Cui

Health TCM Practitioner

Dr Christine Cui is a caring and experienced Chinese Medicine practitioner with a PhD in Chinese Medicine (Gynaecology) from Nanjing University.

Dr Christine Cui

Natural Conceive TCM Fertility Practitioner and General Gynaecological Practitioner

Dr David Wang

Male Health TCM Practitioner

Dr David Wang brings with him 40 years of hands-on experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine and 20 years of research and teaching in higher education.

Dr David Wang

Male Health TCM Practitioner

Dr Nai-Li Chen

Health TCM Practitioner

Dr Nai-Li Chen has a lifelong passion for healing, inspired by both her parents—her father, a renowned Chinese Herbal Medicine practitioner, and her mother, a Western-trained doctor.

Dr Nai-Li Chen

Natural Conceive TCM Fertility Practitioner and General Gynaecological Practitioner

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Fertility Approach

1. Consultation & Diagnosis

We assess your medical history and perform essential tests to understand the root cause of fertility challenges.

2. Personalised Treatment

A tailored plan is created using the most suitable treatments, from medication to advanced fertility procedures.

3. Care, Support & Success

We guide you through every stage with continuous monitoring, emotional support, and care through early pregnancy.

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Supporting you on your road to parenthood

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    Maria Viola 
 
 
 
  I am very grateful to Dr Cui. Before my pregnancy journey with Dr Cui, I did not have my period for over a year. After consulting with her, she helped me regain my menstrual cycle through traditional chinese medicine and acupunture. She's very attentive and helped me balance my body. She gave me a treatment that is personalised to my situation. She's very attentive and caring, and not long after, I'm pregnant with my baby boy! I had almost lost hope at this point and didn't expect anything much so this is a pleasant surprise.

It wouldn't have happened without Dr Cui's support. I am very grateful to Dr Cui for everything she has done in my pregnancy journey. I reccomend her to anyone with a similar issue to mine.
  
 
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    Ashley 
 
 
 
  We were preparing to conceive and chose Dr. Christine Cui for acupuncture and herbal support. After just one cycle, I became pregnant - something we still can hardly believe! This experience made me drawn to the wisdom of Eastern medicine, which focuses on nurturing overall wellbeing, reducing stress, and creating the best possible environment for the body to conceive naturally. We will absolutely continue seeing Dr. Christine throughout our pregnancy journey for her ongoing care and support. We are beyond grateful for her professionalism, knowledge, and the support of her wonderful team🥰
  
 
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    Natasha 
 
 
 
  We are incredibly grateful to Dr Christine Cui for helping us complete our family, our third baby boy. Just like our first two, all made possible through her exceptional fertility expertise and care. Dr Cui’s professionalism, knowledge, and dedication are truly outstanding, but what touched us most was her genuine kindness and compassion throughout our journey. Even in our hardest moments, she made us feel truly cared for, understood, and hopeful, which has been life-changing for our family.
  
 
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    JahnviMuralidhara 
 
 
 
  She is a very experienced, patient, loving and knowledgeable practitioner. She understands everyone’s needs and problems clearly. She was able to identify and help me improve my endometriosis symptoms. She provided very helpful advice on how to manage my condition. I can’t praise her expertise enough.
  
 
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    Rhiannon Cameron 
 
 
 
  When I went to Dr. Christine Cui, my partner and I were in the process of starting IVF, had attended all the seminars, and were about to start the physical process. Then my friend recommended Dr. Cui, and it was amazing. Within six weeks of starting treatment with her, we found out we were pregnant after years of trying. She was supportive and knowledgeable, and I can't thank her enough, as we have just had our first child.

If you need help and are feeling lost, please see her. Her calm nature and knowledge is reassuring and all I can say is go see her.
  
 
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    Lateisha Hobson 
 
 
 
  The service with Dr Christine has been amazing! I had initially booked a few sessions to help stimulate spontaneous labour at 40-41 weeks, which definitely helped! Dr Christine provided such care and expertise throughout each session, with a very calm and reassuring presence. Following birth, I also followed up with several sessions to assist with recovery, which has also been incredibly beneficial for energy and physically restoration. Highly recommend her services for anyone trying to conceive, pregnant or wanting postpartum care.
  
 
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    Lucy Glade-Wright 
 
 
 
  If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Highly recommend Christine for your fertility journey. Her holistic approach helps so much especially through the IVF process. I will forever be grateful to Christine for looking after me and assisting through not only egg collections, but two embryo transfers and then treatment post pregnancy. I now have two beautiful boys and Christine was with me every step of the way.
  
 
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    Sasha Baker 
 
 
 
  Dr Cui is a miracle worker. After years of struggling with period pain and hormonal imbalances, with her incredible skill and personalised acupuncture treatments, she helped balance my hormones and my cycle—something I never thought possible. Her warm and caring approach made every session feel like a safe hug. I’m forever grateful for her patience, wisdom, and genuine kindness. If you’re searching for a fertility acupuncturist who truly cares and delivers results, Dr Cui is a blessing.
  
 
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    Victoria Bedwell 
 
 
 
  I can't thank Dr Christine enough for her wonderful care of my husband and I during our PCOS, IVF and pregnancy journey. Her knowledge, wisdom and care helped us so much along the way and I have no doubt assisted us to get our miracle baby - I am so grateful!!
  
 
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    Esra 
 
 
 
  I have worked with a few other TCM practitioners and acupuncturists but none have come close to matching the depth of knowledge, level of care and expertise that Christine has shown. I began to see improvements in my symptoms almost immediately. Her guidance has been amazing and I keenly look forward to each session with her!