In February 2025, the administration took significant steps to address fertility treatment accessibility in the United States. The executive order aims to make in vitro fertilization more affordable and accessible to Americans struggling with infertility. This comprehensive article explores the details of this policy change and what it means for those considering fertility treatments.
Possible Grants for In Vitro Fertilization: May Open New Funding Opportunities
The recent policy shift may open up new avenues for couples seeking financial assistance for fertility treatments. Various grants for in vitro fertilization may be available through both federal programs and private organizations. These funding sources can significantly reduce the financial burden that often prevents couples from pursuing their dreams of parenthood.
With the latest executive order, the administration may potentially allocate substantial IVF grant money to support couples undergoing fertility treatments. President Trump, ‘The Fertilization President’, has made it clear that expanding access to reproductive technologies is a priority, with the executive order directing agencies to identify ways to reduce costs and increase affordability. These grants typically cover partial or sometimes complete costs of IVF cycles, medication, and related procedures. Although no funding is available yet, this is our hope.
Organizations like the Baby Quest Foundation, The Cade Foundation, and Fertility Within Reach now offer competitive grants ranging from $2,000 to $16,000 to qualified applicants. Additionally, several state-mandated insurance coverage programs have expanded, requiring insurers in participating states to cover more fertility treatment costs than before.
What Was in the IVF Bill?
The executive order signed on February 15, 2025, focused on ensuring reliable access to IVF treatments across the country. While not a bill passed by Congress, this executive action directs federal agencies to take specific steps toward making fertility treatments more accessible and affordable.
Key components of the IVF executive order include:
Directing the Domestic Policy Council to develop recommendations to “aggressively” reduce costs associated with IVF treatments
Instructing health agencies to identify and ease “unnecessary statutory or regulatory burdens” that limit access to fertility treatments
Exploring options for expanded insurance coverage of fertility procedures
Creating a framework for standardizing costs across treatment centers nationwide
The order reflects the administration’s stated policy to “ensure reliable access to IVF treatment” and make it “drastically more affordable” for Americans struggling with infertility. While the executive order itself doesn’t directly change any policies, it sets in motion a process to address the high costs that often make IVF inaccessible to many Americans.
It’s worth noting that this executive action comes in the context of ongoing debates around reproductive rights, with the administration positioning itself as supportive of fertility treatments while navigating complex political terrain regarding fetal personhood and reproductive medicine.
IVF Pregnancy: Understanding the Journey
For many couples facing fertility challenges, IVF represents a beacon of hope. However, understanding the process, its costs, and potential alternatives is crucial for making informed decisions.
IVF Process
The IVF process involves combining eggs and sperm outside the body in a laboratory setting. Once fertilization occurs and embryos develop, one or more embryos are transferred to the woman’s uterus with the hope of implantation and pregnancy.
This medical intervention bypasses many common fertility barriers, including blocked fallopian tubes, male factor infertility, endometriosis, unexplained infertility, and genetic disorders. The procedure has helped millions of couples worldwide achieve pregnancy when other methods have failed.
IVF Process Step by Step
Ovarian Stimulation: Fertility medications stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs instead of the single egg that normally develops each month.
Egg Retrieval: Once the eggs have matured, they’re retrieved through a minor surgical procedure using ultrasound guidance and a hollow needle.
Fertilization: Retrieved eggs are combined with sperm in a laboratory dish to facilitate fertilization. In some cases, a single sperm may be directly injected into an egg (a process called ICSI).
Embryo Development: Fertilized eggs develop into embryos in the laboratory over the next 3-5 days.
Embryo Transfer: One or more embryos are transferred into the woman’s uterus using a thin catheter.
Pregnancy Test: About two weeks after the embryo transfer, a blood test determines if pregnancy has been achieved.
Pre-IVF treatment with Clear Passage® targets underlying structural issues that might interfere with successful embryo implantation. Their manual physical therapy approach addresses adhesions and scarring in the reproductive tract that conventional medical treatments might miss. This non-surgical approach has been shown to improve IVF success rates by as much as 50% in studies.
Compared to the US national post-transfer success rate (shown in gray), CP therapy (in teal) significantly increased IVF pregnancy rates in every age group when performed before embryo transfer. Rates among women over 40 were three to five times the national average.
For women who have experienced failed IVF cycles, the financial implications can be devastating, with costs potentially exceeding $50,000 for multiple attempts. Clear Passage® therapy, when used before IVF, may help avoid these repeated expenses by addressing underlying issues that could contribute to IVF failure.
Alternatives to IVF: The Clear Passage® Approach
When exploring fertility options, it’s important to consider that traditional IVF might not be the optimal first choice for everyone. Clear Passage® therapy offers a non-surgical alternative that addresses many underlying causes of infertility, particularly those related to structural issues, at a fraction of the cost of traditional IVF.
The Clear Passage® approach focuses on manually breaking down adhesions (internal scars) that can form in the reproductive organs. These adhesions can restrict mobility and function in the uterus, cervix, and fallopian tubes, creating barriers to natural conception. By gently manipulating tissues, Clear Passage® therapists can restore normal movement and function, potentially improving fertility without the need for medication or surgical intervention.
The financial aspect of fertility treatments cannot be overlooked. A single IVF cycle could cost anywhere from $12,000 to $25,000, including medications, procedures, and monitoring. Many couples require multiple cycles, potentially increasing the total cost to $50,000 or more.
By contrast, the average cost of infertility treatment with Clear Passage® is approximately $7,500. This one-time therapy may be sufficient to address underlying issues and restore fertility naturally. For more detailed information about program costs, visit Clear Passage®’s pricing page.
“IVF can cost $12,000 to $25,000 and can reach as much as $50,000 with multiple attempts, while Clear Passage®’s average cost of therapy is $7,500.”
– Clear Passage®
Even for couples who ultimately pursue IVF, Clear Passage® therapy beforehand can improve success rates, potentially reducing the need for multiple expensive IVF cycles.
IVF Process vs. Clear Passage®
While IVF works by bypassing reproductive tract problems, Clear Passage® therapy aims to fix these issues. The IVF process involves hormone injections, egg retrieval, laboratory fertilization, and embryo transfer—all medical procedures with associated risks and side effects.
Clear Passage® therapy, on the other hand, is a drug-free, surgery-free approach that uses specialized manual techniques to address physical barriers to conception. There are NO embryos created or destroyed in this therapy. This therapy typically involves:
A thorough physical assessment of structural issues
Customized hands-on treatment to release adhesions and restore mobility
Follow-up care to ensure lasting results
Many patients report not just improved fertility, but also reduced pain and better overall pelvic health after Clear Passage® therapy. For women who want to avoid the hormonal and physical impacts of IVF, Clear Passage® offers a more natural approach.
Why is IVF Morally Wrong?
Some individuals and groups raise moral objections to IVF, citing concerns about the creation and potential destruction of embryos outside the natural reproductive process. Religious communities, including some Anabaptist groups, Catholics, and Fundamentalists, may find traditional IVF problematic due to beliefs about the sanctity of life beginning at conception.
For those with such ethical concerns, Clear Passage® offers an alternative that works with the body’s natural processes rather than replacing them. The therapy has been sought out by members of conservative religious communities, who desire children but want to avoid treatments that might conflict with their moral or religious beliefs.
Moral objections to IVF often focus on the manipulation of human life, the potential destruction of embryos, and the separation of procreation from the marital act. Others express concerns about the ethical implications of genetic selection and the potential for treating children as commodities. Clear Passage® therapy sidesteps these ethical dilemmas by working to restore natural fertility rather than replacing it with laboratory procedures.
What Conditions Would Clear Passage® Be Better Than IVF
Clear Passage® Physical Therapy might be a better first-line treatment than IVF for several specific conditions:
Blocked Fallopian Tubes: Clear Passage® therapy has a documented history of success in opening blocked tubes, including cases of hydrosalpinx (swollen tubes). By addressing the actual blockage rather than bypassing it with IVF, patients may achieve natural conception.
Endometriosis: The therapy can help release adhesions associated with endometriosis, improving fertility and reducing pain. For women with endometriosis-related infertility, Clear Passage® may resolve the underlying issue rather than working around it.
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome): Women with PCOS who struggle with ovulation have seen improved pregnancy rates with Clear Passage® therapy, even in cases where conventional treatments have failed.
High FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) Levels: Some women with elevated FSH levels, indicating declining ovarian function, have experienced improved fertility with Clear Passage® therapy, even when reproductive endocrinologists considered them poor candidates for IVF.
Adhesions: Clear Passage® directly addresses the adhesions that can restrict movement and function in the pelvic area, potentially improving overall reproductive function.
Blocked fallopian tubes are a common cause of female infertility, preventing the egg and sperm from meeting. While surgical interventions exist, they carry risks of creating new adhesions and scarring. Blockages can result from various factors, including pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), endometriosis, hydrosalpinx, previous surgeries, and other medical conditions.
Clear Passage® therapy offers a non-surgical approach to opening blocked tubes by targeting the adhesions that cause the blockage. This therapy has shown success in opening completely blocked tubes and restoring natural fertility, potentially eliminating the need for either surgery or IVF.
Endometriosis can significantly impact fertility by causing scarring, inflammation, and altered egg quality. Surgical treatment of endometriosis, while sometimes necessary, can create additional adhesions that further complicate fertility.
Clear Passage® therapy targets and breaks down the adhesions that often accompany endometriosis, potentially improving fertility without creating new scar tissue. For women with endometriosis who wish to conceive, this non-surgical approach may provide relief from symptoms while simultaneously improving reproductive function.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of infertility because it interferes with ovulation. This hormonal imbalance can lead to irregular or absent periods, making conception difficult. While PCOS is primarily a hormonal condition, Clear Passage® therapy can help address secondary issues that may contribute to infertility, including adhesions that might affect reproductive organ function. For women with PCOS, Clear Passage® therapy can complement other treatments to improve overall fertility, potentially avoiding the need for more invasive procedures like ovarian drilling or immediate progression to IVF.
High FSH, Only One Tube, the Other Blocked with Hydrosalpinx , Three Children Conceived Naturally after CP Therapy alone
Blocked fallopian tubes are a common cause of female infertility, preventing the egg from traveling down the tube to meet the sperm and be fertilized. Various factors and conditions can lead to this issue:
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): This infection of the reproductive organs can cause scarring or damage to the fallopian tubes.
Inflammatory Pelvic Disorder and Its Impact on Fallopian Tubes
Inflammatory Pelvic Disorder (PID) is a serious infection of the female reproductive organs, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. It’s often caused by sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as chlamydia or gonorrhea, that ascend from the vagina or cervix into the reproductive organs. PID can lead to severe and lasting consequences for reproductive health, one of the most significant being the blocking of the fallopian tubes.
The inflammation caused by PID can result in scar tissue, known as adhesions, forming on the fallopian tubes. This scar tissue can block the tubes, preventing the egg and sperm from meeting, which can lead to infertility. In some cases, PID may cause the tubes to become partially or completely blocked, significantly reducing the likelihood of natural conception. Additionally, women with a history of PID are at increased risk of experiencing ectopic pregnancies, where a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, often in the fallopian tubes, due to the blockage preventing the egg from reaching its proper location in the uterus.
Early diagnosis and treatment of PID are crucial to prevent the development of scar tissue and maintain fertility. Antibiotics are typically used to treat the infection, but in cases where significant scarring has occurred, surgery may be recommended to remove the blockage or fallopian tubes. Clear Passage® is just as effective as surgery at unblocking fallopian tubes and is all-natural (no surgery and no medication).
In the LEFT IMAGE (Before Therapy), dye enters the white area showing the inner walls of the uterus, but cannot exit (shown in red circles); these tubes are totally blocked.
In the RIGHT IMAGE (After Therapy), dye fills the uterus, then exhibits ‘free spillage’ as it pours out of both fallopian tubes (shown in green circles); these tubes are wide open, capable of pregnancy.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis: A condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside it, potentially blocking the fallopian tubes.
Endometriosis Stages and Effects on Fallopian Tubes
Previous Surgery
Previous Surgery: Surgeries involving the abdomen or pelvis, including cesarean section, can lead to scar tissue that blocks the tubes.
Impact of Previous Surgeries on Fallopian Tubes
Previous surgical interventions in the abdomen or pelvis can inadvertently affect the fallopian tubes, leading to blockages that impact fertility. Surgeries such as appendectomies, surgeries for ectopic pregnancies, cesarean sections, or any pelvic or abdominal surgery can result in the formation of scar tissue, known as adhesions. These adhesions can develop as the body’s natural response to healing from surgery, but they can cause the fallopian tubes to become blocked or distorted. The risk of blockage increases with the extent of the surgery and the amount of scar tissue formed, which can interfere with the egg’s ability to travel through the fallopian tubes to meet the sperm.
Read “How to Tell if You Have Adhesions After C-Section” for more details on cesarean section scar tissue. Moreover, surgeries that directly involve the reproductive organs, such as ovarian cyst removal or treatment for endometriosis, carry a higher risk of affecting the fallopian tubes. In some cases, the surgical procedure itself may require the cutting, removal, or manipulation of the fallopian tubes, which can lead to partial or complete blockages. These blockages prevent sperm from reaching the egg or the fertilized egg from moving down to the uterus, thereby affecting fertility. Early and effective post-surgical care, along with minimally invasive surgical techniques, can help minimize the formation of scar tissue and preserve fallopian tube function. If you are diagnosed with blocked fallopian tubes, or hydrosalpinx, due to scar tissue, Clear Passage® ® has been shown to open blocked tubes nearly 70% of the time, with many women becoming pregnant after treatment.
“You succeeded in breaking up adhesions that blocked my tubes and in such a short amount of time. The tests confirm this and I was even able to achieve a pregnancy all because of your remarkable work.”
Chandra
Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic Pregnancy: A pregnancy that occurs in the fallopian tube rather than in the uterus can damage or block the tubes.
Ectopic Pregnancy and Its Impact on Fallopian Tubes
An ectopic pregnancy, also known as an ectopic gestation, occurs when a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the main cavity of the uterus, most commonly in one of the fallopian tubes. This condition not only poses immediate health risks to the pregnant individual but also has long-term implications for the fallopian tubes and fertility. During an ectopic gestation, the growing embryo can cause the fallopian tube to stretch and possibly rupture, leading to internal bleeding, severe pain, and, in some cases, life-threatening situations that require emergency medical intervention. The treatment for an ectopic pregnancy often involves medication or surgery, depending on the gestation’s size and location, as well as the individual’s overall health. Surgical treatment may include the removal of the ectopic pregnancy and, if necessary, part or all of the affected fallopian tube. This procedure can result in scar tissue formation within the remaining parts of the tube, potentially leading to a blockage. Such blockages hinder the normal passage of eggs from the ovaries to the uterus, thereby affecting future fertility. In cases where an ectopic pregnancy has occurred, the risk of having another ectopic gestation increases, making it crucial for individuals to be closely monitored in subsequent pregnancies. In cases where an ectopic pregnancy has caused an adhesion and narrowed a fallopian tube, Clear Passage® Therapies have been shown as an effective method for opening the blocked tube.
Fibroids
Fibroids: These benign tumors can grow in the uterus and block the fallopian tubes.
Fibroids and Their Role in Fallopian Tube Blockages
Fibroids, or fibroid myomas, are benign tumors that develop within the muscle tissue of the uterus. These growths are among the most common non-cancerous tumors in women of reproductive age and are often associated with fibroid disease, a condition characterized by the presence of one or more fibroids. While fibroids can vary greatly in size, number, and location within the uterus, their impact on a woman’s reproductive system can be significant, particularly when they lead to the blockage of the fallopian tubes. The mechanism by which fibroids cause fallopian tube blockages involves their physical presence and growth within the uterus. Large fibroids, especially those growing on the outer surface of the uterus or within the uterine wall (intramural fibroids), can exert pressure on the adjacent fallopian tubes, obstructing the passage through which the egg travels from the ovary to the uterus. This obstruction can prevent fertilization or interfere with the embryo’s ability to reach the uterus, leading to fertility issues or an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy. Moreover, fibroid disease can contribute to a distorted uterine cavity or fallopian tubes, further complicating the path of the egg and affecting reproductive outcomes. The treatment for fibroids causing such complications often involves surgical intervention, such as myomectomy, to remove the fibroids and restore normal anatomy, aiming to alleviate the blockage and improve fertility. Although Clear Passage® has never done research on fibroids, therapy can help with post-surgical adhesions or subsequent blocked fallopian tubes.
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Infections such as chlamydia and gonorrhea can cause inflammation and scarring of the fallopian tubes.
The Link Between STIs and Blocked Fallopian Tubes
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) such as chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhea are major public health concerns due to their ability to cause serious reproductive health issues, including blocked fallopian tubes. These infections can lead to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), a condition that affects the uterus, fallopian tubes, and other parts of the reproductive system. Chlamydia and gonorrhea, in particular, are known for their propensity to ascend from the cervix to the fallopian tubes, where they cause inflammation and scarring. This scarring can lead to blockages in the fallopian tubes, preventing eggs from passing through, which is a common cause of infertility. Syphilis, while less commonly associated with PID, can also contribute to reproductive health complications if left untreated. The inflammation and immune response triggered by these STIs can damage the delicate lining of the fallopian tubes, impairing their function and leading to the formation of scar tissue. This process not only blocks the path of the egg but also increases the risk of ectopic pregnancies, where a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, often in the fallopian tube itself. Early detection and treatment of chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhea are crucial in preventing PID and its complications, highlighting the importance of regular STI screenings and public health initiatives aimed at reducing the prevalence of these infections. If you have suffered from an STI and now have blocked tubes or unexplained infertility, Clear Passage® Therapies can help you get pregnant.
Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosing blocked fallopian tubes typically involves medical imaging tests such as a hysterosalpingogram (HSG). Treatment options vary based on the cause and extent of the blockage and may include surgical procedures to open or remove the blockage or assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) like in vitro fertilization (IVF). Clear Passage® Physical Therapy is the gold standard of care to open blocked fallopian tubes without surgery.
As we eagerly step into a new year, it’s a time of reflection, resolutions, and a fresh start. For many women struggling with the challenges of infertility due to blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, or unexplained factors, the prospect of a new life seems like a distant dream. However, in the spirit of new beginnings, there’s hope on the horizon. Let’s delve into the transformative journey that Clear Passage® therapies offer, opening doors to new possibilities and paving the way for the miracle of life.
Unlocking the Pathway: Opening Blocked Fallopian Tubes Naturally
For women facing the roadblock of blocked fallopian tubes, the journey to conception can be particularly challenging. These tubes play a crucial role in facilitating the meeting of egg and sperm, and any obstruction can impede this vital process. Enter Clear Passage® therapies – a beacon of hope for those seeking a natural and non-invasive solution.
Clear Passage® therapies specialize in gently and effectively opening blocked fallopian tubes naturally. Through a combination of manual therapy techniques and a holistic approach, these therapies work to alleviate restrictions, promoting improved blood flow and function in the reproductive organs. The result? A renewed pathway for the possibility of conception, providing the foundation for a new life to blossom.
Sited by the NIH, studies show a phenomenal success rate in opening blocked fallopian tubes with the Wurn Technique®.
Harmonizing Hormones: Decreasing FSH Without Drugs
The intricate dance of hormones orchestrates the delicate balance required for successful conception. Elevated levels of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) can often pose a hurdle for women attempting to conceive. Traditional treatments often involve medications, but Clear Passage® therapies offer an alternative approach – decreasing FSH naturally, without the use of drugs.
Through targeted manual therapy, these treatments focus on restoring optimal function to the reproductive organs, promoting hormonal balance in a natural and gentle manner. By addressing the root causes of elevated FSH levels, Clear Passage® therapies empower women on their journey towards motherhood, without the need for synthetic interventions.
This ten-year retrospective study shows the efficacy of manual physical therapy to treat female infertility.
Endometriosis, a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the womb, can be a formidable barrier to conception. Traditional treatments may involve surgeries or medications with potential side effects. However, Clear Passage® therapies embrace a natural and holistic approach to addressing endometriosis, offering a beacon of hope for women seeking to start a family.
By gently working to clear abdominal adhesions naturally, these therapies aim to restore normal organ mobility and function. This not only alleviates the physical pain associated with endometriosis but also creates an environment conducive to conception. The promise of new life becomes tangible as the body is supported in its natural healing processes.
A Personal Journey: Finding New Life Through Clear Passage® Therapies
To truly understand the impact of Clear Passage® therapies, let’s hear a heartwarming story of a woman who embarked on this transformative journey.
Meet Emily, a resilient soul who has faced years of disappointment and heartache on her quest to become a mother. Diagnosed with blocked fallopian tubes and high FSH levels, she felt defeated by the seemingly insurmountable challenges ahead. Traditional treatments offered limited success and came with their own set of struggles.
In the spirit of a new year and a determination to explore alternative options, Emily discovered Clear Passage® therapies. Skeptical yet hopeful, she embarked on a personalized treatment plan that addressed her unique challenges. The result? A profound transformation.
Through a 20-hour treatment series, Emily experienced the gentle unblocking of her blocked fallopian tubes, a harmonizing of her hormonal levels, and a natural alleviation of endometriosis symptoms. The journey was not just physical but emotional, as she felt the weight of infertility lifting, making room for hope and joy.
As Emily joyfully announced her pregnancy in the following year, the phrase “New Year, New Life” took on a deeply personal meaning. Clear Passage® therapies had become the catalyst for her newfound happiness, proving that sometimes, the most incredible transformations happen when we least expect them.
Embracing the Future: A Tapestry of New Lives
As we stand on the threshold of a new year, let us carry the stories of hope and transformation that Clear Passage® therapies bring into the lives of women grappling with infertility. The prospect of a new life becomes more than just a slogan – it becomes a reality, a testament to the incredible resilience of the human body and spirit.
So, to all the women seeking the miracle of motherhood, consider the possibility of a new life through Clear Passage® therapies. As you step into the future, may it be filled with the promise of new beginnings, the gentle opening of pathways, and the natural harmony of your body’s intricate processes. Here’s to a year of hope, healing, and the joy of welcoming new life into the world.
The holiday season is a time for giving, and what better gift is there than the gift of life itself? In the spirit of generosity and compassion, we want to shine a spotlight on Clear Passage®’s impact on lives by offering hope and solutions to those struggling with infertility and life-threatening bowel obstructions.
Fertility: A Journey of Hope
For many individuals and couples, the dream of starting a family is a cherished one. However, the path to parenthood can be fraught with challenges, and infertility is a hurdle that too many face. Many feel hopeless with the diagnosis of blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, or unexplained infertility. Enter Clear Passage®, a beacon of hope for those navigating the often-difficult journey of fertility.
Clear Passage® employs a unique and non-invasive approach known as the Wurn Technique®. This innovative therapy focuses on breaking down adhesions and scar tissue that hinder reproductive organs, allowing the body to function as nature intended. Unblocking fallopian tubes without surgery, balancing hormones, and helping females become pregnant with no drugs or surgery is a gift that keeps on giving. What sets Clear Passage® apart is our commitment to personalized care, tailoring treatments to individual needs, and providing a holistic approach to fertility.
Imagine the joy of a couple who thought their dream of becoming parents was out of reach, only to discover a pathway to parenthood through the caring hands of Clear Passage®. This holiday season, let’s celebrate the gift of life by acknowledging the hope and happiness Clear Passage® is bringing to families around the world.
Patient Testimonial: Treating High FSH Naturally and Opened Tubes Naturally
Clearing the Path to Health
Beyond fertility, Clear Passage® is also making a life-saving impact on those dealing with bowel obstructions. A blocked bowel is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that requires immediate attention. Traditional treatments often involve surgery, but Clear Passage® offers a non-surgical alternative that clears bowel obstructions naturally, which has been changing lives.
Using the same principles of breaking down adhesions and scar tissue, Clear Passage®’s therapists work to restore natural movement and function to the intestines. The results are remarkable, providing relief to individuals facing the daunting prospect of surgery or a lifetime of discomfort. This breakthrough approach not only addresses the immediate crisis but offers a long-term solution that allows individuals to regain control of their health and lives, literally saving lives.
Q and A with Victoria: Clearing Bowel Obstructions Naturally
The True Spirit of Giving
As we revel in the joy and warmth of the holiday season, let’s take a moment to appreciate the incredible gift that Clear Passage® is giving to individuals and families. The ability to create life and overcome life-threatening conditions is a testament to the dedication and innovation of this remarkable organization.
This holiday season, consider supporting Clear Passage® by spreading the word about their life-changing work. By simply sharing our story, you can play a part in bringing the gift of life to those who need it most.
In the spirit of joy, let’s come together to celebrate all the Clear Passage® babies and the incredible impact they are making in the lives of so many. May your holiday season be a time filled with joy, gratitude, and happiness.
For people who are struggling to conceive, in vitro fertilization (IVF) is a medical procedure that offers hope for achieving pregnancy. IVF is not the same as Intrauterine insemination (IUI), where fertilization takes place internally. With IVF, fertilization takes place outside the uterus. If you are convinced that you are not destined to conceive, you are not alone. Many would-be parents turn to IVF and find success, but the treatment comes with a torrent of risks and side effects. If you are considering IVF, please read this article first. It provides details about the IVF process you should be aware of before you make a hefty emotional, physical, and financial investment. This article also suggests ways to deal with IVF side effects, and better yet, how you may be able to avoid them altogether.
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
Fertility drugs stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs during IVF. These synthetic hormones are usually administered via injection in combination with other drugs that control the timing of egg retrieval, which is a critical part of the IVF process.
When it comes to fertility medications, specialists must maintain a delicate balance between dosages, timing, and each individual patient’s needs and response to treatment. If ovaries are overstimulated, symptoms such as swollen ovaries, pain, nausea, vomiting, and shortness of breath may occur. Rare but serious side effects include blood clots or kidney failure.
Make sure that your fertility specialist closely monitors you for early signs of OHSS and adjusts your treatment appropriately. Sometimes treatment must be postponed or cancelled to avoid the onset of OHSS.
Multiple Pregnancies
During IVF treatment, some people opt to have two or more embryos transferred to the uterus to help increase the odds of pregnancy. The idea of having twins or triplets might seem appealing to people who want to start a family, but multiple pregnancies can come with additional risks and complications to both the fetuses and the one carrying them.
Patients who carry multiple fetuses should be closely monitored for signs of gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, preeclampsia, and placental problems that can cause bleeding and distress to the fetuses. During delivery, vaginal tearing and hemorrhage are a higher concern, and cesarean delivery may be necessary due to the position of the fetuses.
In multiple pregnancies, fetuses are at higher risk in utero, during delivery, and after birth. In utero, there may not be sufficient space for the fetuses to develop properly. Blood flow can become imbalanced so that one fetus receives too much, while the others get too little. Premature delivery is common with multiple pregnancies. Low birth weights, developmental delays, and other more serious or fatal side effects can result.
To avoid multiple pregnancies, elective single embryo transfer (eSET) is recommended. However, this will decrease the odds of a successful IVF treatment.
Ectopic Pregnancy
When the reproductive system functions normally, the ovary releases an egg, and it travels through the fallopian tube to the uterus. With IVF treatment, fertilized eggs are deposited directly into the uterus. With an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg implants in a fallopian tube or somewhere other than the uterus.
Although there is not enough evidence to support the idea that IVF causes ectopic pregnancy, studies show that the risk of ectopic pregnancy increases with IVF treatment. Contributing factors may include the use of fertility drugs, the procedure for transferring the fertilized egg, or existing medical conditions common among women who experience infertility, such as fallopian tube damage or other structural abnormalities and imbalanced hormones.
Symptoms of ectopic pregnancy include pain, dizziness, and bleeding. Anyone undergoing IVF treatment who experiences these symptoms should immediately seek medical attention. Left untreated, an ectopic pregnancy can cause serious and potentially deadly complications, such as a ruptured fallopian tube, internal bleeding and shock, and organ damage.
Early detection and treatment can minimize the side effects of ectopic pregnancy.
Birth Defects
According to a report published by the Centers for Disease Control, fetuses conceived via IVF have an elevated risk for birth defects and developmental disability. Another study that examined IVF pregnancies achieved by intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) showed the risk of congenital heart defects increased significantly, “by about 50%, as compared with pregnancies conceived spontaneously.” However, the risks are associated with multiple embryo transfer.
As mentioned earlier, multiple pregnancies can be avoided with eSET, but this will decrease the likelihood of conception. It is also important to note that statistically, the risk of birth defects for pregnancies achieved with IVF is very low.
IVF Cost and Emotional Burden
IVF treatments may be more expensive and emotionally overwhelming than you imagined, and experiencing multiple failed IVF treatments can be a crushing experience.
This hypothetical scenario is based on real conversations from IVF support groups:
Imagine willingly forgoing vacations or upgrading to your home so that you can pay for your third IVF treatment. They make you drink an unreasonable amount of liquids all at once and then hold your pee while they push on your belly. You take another personal day off work, not for mental rejuvenation, but so that they can use a metal rod to dilate your cervix. You are not sleeping well because of the medications that you continue taking, even though you are fully convinced they are not working. You wander through your home at all hours and imagine a three-year-old in fuzzy bunny slippers arguing with you like a little lawyer. Your family members have no idea the amount of stress you are experiencing, and they still expect you to be the same, supportive, giving person you were before you started IVF treatments. You do not dare to hope that this IVF treatment will work, because you have done this before without success. You’ve trained your brain to disregard ideas like remodeling the shower or taking a vacation, because all of your extra funds are going to IVF.
Before you make a decision to invest in and subject yourself to IVF treatments, make a plan for self-care and prepare coping strategies so that you can avoid feeling isolated and overwhelmed. Check with your insurance provider to find out what services are available, if needed.
At Clear Passage® Physical Therapy, we compassionately invite you to explore our long track record of safely and successfully treating infertility naturally. Many of our patients have been able to avoid all the negative side effects and risks associated with IVF medications and procedures. They report feeling better than they felt prior to treatment, and most importantly, they conceive naturally.
Clear Passage® successfully treats blocked fallopian tubes/hydrosalpinx, endometriosis pain and infertility, PCOS, hormone problems, and unexplained infertility. Published studies and patient testimonials show that Clear Passage® is the leading industry standard in the all-natural, non-surgical, non-evasive treatment of female infertility at a fraction of the cost of IVF.
For patients who choose to undergo IVF treatments, we can provide specialized treatments that get your body prepared for IVF and increase your odds of success. We have prepared a wonderful, relaxing environment for you. Our patients report that our gentle, yet effective, hands-on treatment is exactly the alternative they have been looking for, that hormone levels go from unacceptably high to within a normal range, and they regularly attribute their IVF success to our Pre-Transfer Therapy.
IVF can be complex and more difficult than people imagine. At Clear Passage®, we hope to help you avoid the potential physical, emotional, and financial costs of IVF treatment with a less invasive, safer infertility treatment. While IVF can be a highly effective treatment for infertility, the potential risks and side effects are numerous. Weigh your decision carefully. If you do choose to pursue IVF, we can work with your healthcare providers and fertility specialists to help increase your chances of a successful outcome.
February is National Self-Check Month. Internal scarring (adhesions) in your pelvic region can occur throughout your life due to surgeries, accidents, and even natural wear and tear. This self-check month is meant for you to implement preventative health measures. These can include making better dietary choices, performing self-examinations, or going to a wellness visit with your physician to seek early treatment for symptoms associated with health problems.
What questions should you ask your physician during your wellness visit? Depending on what issues need to be resolved, physical therapy may be the treatment you need, particularly if you are experiencing illness, pain, and other health problems caused by adhesions.
How can you know if you have adhesion-related health problems? This article offers answers to these and other questions and makes a case for why you should ask your physician about physical therapy for adhesion-related conditions.
National Self-Check Month at Clear Passage®
National Self-Check Month raises awareness about the importance of taking proactive steps to prevent health problems and addressing existing health problems. One might imagine that preventing or addressing health problems would be easy, yet people avoid seeking medical care for many reasons. They may:
Feel that they are too busy.
Worry about the costs associated with care.
Have unfavorable opinions about health care providers, or;
Assume that symptoms will eventually improve without intervention.
No matter what it is, the truth is that avoiding medical care is not a good idea.
Lack of treatment, at best, can result in avoidable discomfort or suffering, and at worst, can result in late detection and treatment of a disease with severe or potentially deadly consequences.
Suppose you are experiencing illness, pain, or other health problems. In that case, it is crucial to advocate for yourself by seeking early treatment, not just any therapy, but customized solutions that are most likely to provide the best results. Doing so can result in the restoration of your body to its best possible condition or even complete relief and healing.
7 Questions You Should Ask Your Physician
During your wellness visit, your physician will review your family history of illness, your medical records, and vital signs, and perform an exam. Explain to your physician what habits you have regarding diet and exercise, sleep, and stress management.
Refer to this list of questions to help you get valuable feedback from your physician during your wellness visit. Be sure to jot down additional questions that come to mind as you continue reading this article.
Based on your observations about my appearance, vital signs, and weight, what is your initial impression of my health?
Ask for an explanation of your blood work results or other diagnostic test results, if available.
Do you have any suggestions regarding my health habits?
Am I prone to certain health risks based on my family history?
Should I continue taking medications? Should the dosages be adjusted?
Make a list of specific pains or other symptoms you may have experienced. Go through the list with your physician. Ask after each item, “Is this normal?”
What treatment options are available for (fill in the blank)?
Would I benefit from physical therapy for (fill in the blank)?
Surgery and/or Medication vs. Wurn Technique®’s Physical Therapy
Although surgery and medication play a vital part in healthcare, they come with risks and a long list of potential side effects. On the other hand, Physical therapy can provide effective, long-lasting results without the risks and side effects, especially for adhesion-related problems.
Demonstrated Positive Results With Physical Therapy
Studies from major medical journals, available from the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), demonstrate the results of physical therapy using the Clear Passage® Approach®. This non-surgical treatment utilizes the Wurn (hands-on) adhesion release techniques for various conditions caused or exacerbated by adhesions. This landmark 10-year study and many others demonstrated how this specialized, hands-on physical therapy yielded pregnancy rates for women with PCOS, small bowel obstruction (SBO), and at rates similar to standard medical treatments but without surgery or pharmaceuticals.
A Deeper Look: What are Adhesions?
What are adhesions? Adhesions are a type of scar tissue that forms inside the body after an accident, fall, surgery, infection, inflammation, trauma, radiation therapy, or endometriosis. Since surgery to treat adhesions can cause more adhesions, it makes perfect sense to treat adhesions with physical therapy rather than surgery.
Many people associate physical therapy with treatment for injuries or range-of-motion issues, and rightly so, because physicians readily prescribe physical therapy for those problems. But did you know that physical therapy can also effectively treat symptoms associated with a wide variety of diseases and conditions?
Clients with these ailments have found improvement and relief with physical therapy.
Lymphedema
Muscular dystrophy
Osteoporosis
Respiratory issues, Parkinson’s and Huntington’s disease, and more,
When it comes to unexplained pain and dysfunction and biomechanical problems, physical therapy has a long track record of proven results. Physical therapists identify and treat the root cause of many peripheral problems, often a consequence of an underlying problem, such as adhesions.
The Comprehensive List of 30 Adhesion-Related Health Problems to Ask your Doctor about
Adhesions can squeeze nerves, organs, and joints – causing internal pain or dysfunction, including female infertility, life-threatening bowel obstructions, and numerous other problems. How can you know if you have adhesion-related health problems? This list provides some basic information about adhesion-related health problems and their causes.
Menstrual Pain / Dysmenorrhea – Adhesions pull ligaments, fascias, or connective tissues that attach the uterus to surrounding structures
Intercourse Pain / Sexual Dysfunction – Adhesions form between muscle cells deep within the cervix and/or attach to the vaginal wall, entrance, or other pain-sensitive structures.
This reduces elasticity, potentially pulling the tailbone forward, and negatively impacts desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, and satisfaction.
Endometriosis Pain – Adhesions pull on pain-sensitive structures caused by endometriosis.
Genital Mutilation – Adhesions can cause a lifetime of chronic pain and dysfunction.
Cervical Stenosis – Adhesions can tighten, narrow, or close the entrance to the uterus and pull on the uterus, causing inflammation, pain, and more adhesions.
These can ascend within the uterus to block one or both fallopian tubes.
Mastectomy Pain – Adhesions can form in the chest wall, neck, shoulders, and arms, causing pain and tightness or a condition called “frozen shoulder.”
Hysterectomy Pain – Adhesions can form at the surgical site and connect to neighboring structures like the intestines, bowels, vagina, or bladder.
C-Section Pain – Adhesions can form at the surgical site and cause pain and tightness in the pelvic region.
Myomectomy Pain – Adhesions can form within the uterus and decrease the chances of successful implantation of a fertilized egg, increasing the likelihood of miscarriage, or form outside of the uterus and bind delicate reproductive structures together, impairing function.
Blocked Fallopian Tubes – Adhesions and internal scars are the primary causes of tubal blockage.
Hydrosalpinx – Adhesions can cause the swelling of the fallopian tubes.
Endometriosis Infertility – Inflammation that accompanies the endometrial swelling can continually cause more and more adhesions to form, impairing functions necessary for fertility.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) – Adhesions can cover the ovaries.
Pre-IVF Treatment / Age, High FSH & Hormonal – Adhesions can form at the uterus, cervix (called stenosis of the cervix), and fallopian tubes, and the dura and skull (near the pituitary, the “master gland” of female reproduction), reducing FSH levels and decreasing implantation rates.
Unexplained Infertility (UI), a.k.a. Idiopathic Infertility – Adhesions are invisible on X-rays, ultrasounds, MRI, or CT scans.
Secondary Infertility – A reproductive tract traumatized by the initial pregnancy or birth can result in adhesions that interfere with future fertility.
Neck Pain – Adhesions can form when neck muscles are inflamed by poor posture, injury, or other causes.
Back & Hip Pain – Adhesions can form at the sacral joints, causing biomechanical and soft tissue dysfunctions.
Tailbone Pain – A misaligned tailbone can cause mobility problems, constipation, reproductive problems, and the formation of adhesions that aggravate all of these issues.
Childhood Surgery/Trauma – When adhesions and scar tissue that form with surgery do not grow and expand with the rest of the body as the child grows, problems can last a lifetime.
Migraines/Chronic Headaches – Internal scarring creates unnatural pressure that affects complex pain-sensitive structures in the head.
TMJ/TMD – Adhesions can cause tightness or asymmetries that affect the jaw or temporomandibular joints.
Myofascial Pain (MPS) – Adhesions cause mechanical problems with the body’s structure, resulting in pain.
Post-Radiation Pain – Radiation therapy adhesions cause irradiated tissues to adhere to nearby organs, muscles, bones, and connective tissues.
Pain After Abuse – Trauma causes adhesions that can remain in the body for a lifetime without intervention.
Abdominal Pain – Internal scarring can form between the ribs and the pubic bone, decreasing function and causing pain.
Pelvic Pain / Groin Pain – Internal scarring can form when the membrane covering the abdominal and pelvic organs becomes inflamed and or the infection spreads throughout the abdominopelvic cavity.
Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Inflammatory Diseases – Adhesions are a significant concern for patients with inflammatory diseases, slowing digestion and causing pain, nausea, bloating, distension, constipation, or diarrhea.
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) – Adhesions can slow or stop bacteria from exiting the digestive system, contributing to the recurrence of SIBO and causing additional adhesions.
Small Bowel Obstruction (SBO) – Adhesions can interfere with or completely block the passage of food and waste material, causing stomach pain and “stringy poop.”
Do not avoid medical care or ignore illness, pain, or other health problems. During National Self-Check Month, make a wellness appointment, and be sure to ask your physician about physical therapy for any adhesion-related conditions you may have. Take a stand for your health by seeking treatment that will produce the desired results while avoiding the risks and side effects associated with surgery and medications.
Unlock the potential for natural conception with Clear Passage®’s groundbreaking, non-surgical therapy that has successfully opened blocked fallopian tubes for 61% of women, offering hope and a 57% pregnancy rate without the risks of surgery.
“Blocked fallopian tubes” is one of the most heartbreaking diagnoses in female infertility. The female reproductive system consists of many delicate organs tasked with the need to transfer a single cell (the egg) across a gap, then into a tiny canal to unite with another single cell (the sperm). All of this must happen in a relatively narrow window of time each month and must be done by a certain age for fertilization to occur.
Two small organs comprise the main transport tunnel for conception, the fallopian tubes. For decades, these tubes have presented significant problems for infertile women and their physicians when they become blocked by internal scars called adhesions.
While reproductive physicians have developed a vast industry to treat female infertility, many medical treatments involve injecting mild to potent hormones or undergoing surgery.
Many women ask their doctors, “Are there any complementary or alternative therapies I can try? Is there anything natural or nonsurgical I can do to improve my chance of becoming a mother?”
The answer is a resounding yes!
What are Fallopian Tubes?
Fallopian tubes are tiny, complex, and extraordinary. Found deep within a woman’s pelvis, these two organs are literally the place where life begins. Each fallopian tube is designed to transport fragile single-cell organisms towards each other and help them unite to create a life as they attempt to introduce the mother’s egg to the father’s sperm.
It is unknown why the egg travels down from the ovaries toward the uterus. Some doctors speculate that low pressure in the uterus pulls the egg down with gentle suction, like drinking through a straw. Others believe that the remarkable interior of the tube, an environment that resembles a lush undersea garden with thousands of hair-like cilia, tends to push or coax the egg on its journey toward the uterus. Similarly, scientists do not know what inspires the sperm to swim upstream from the uterus through the tube and toward the ovary to meet and fertilize the egg.
What we do know is that sperm must meet the egg and join inside the fallopian tube for natural fertilization to occur. After that, any disruption for the fertilized egg to continue its journey through the tube for implantation on the uterus wall can cause significant problems for the mother and the fertilized egg.
What causes the Fallopian Tubes to become blocked?
Adhesions (Internal Scars)
Blocked Fallopian Tube
Adhesions (Internal Scars)
A common cause of blocked fallopian tubes is the formation of internal scars called adhesions. Frequently found in the female reproductive tract, these tiny glue-like bonds can form anywhere in the body. These inner scars form as the first step in healing from infection, inflammation, surgery, or injury. Once started, adhesions remain in the body for life, sometimes spreading to other structures.
They are often the result of an infection such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). When these internal scars bind endometrial tissue to the underlying structures, adhesive bonds are commonly found in patients with endometriosis.
Adhesions can be asymptomatic or can cause significant pelvic or intercourse pain (dyspareunia). Studies conducted by Clear Passage® suggest vaginal adhesions cause other sexual dysfunctions, such as decreased desire, lubrication, and orgasm. Because adhesions are primarily composed of collagen, a common substance in the body, they are virtually invisible to diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CTs, or MRIs.
Why are my Tubes Blocked?
Fallopian tubes are often blocked by internal scars called adhesions
If you have blocked fallopian tubes or a hydrosalpinx (swollen tube), it is crucial to understand that this is not your fault. The vagina is located at the core of a woman’s body. Its warm, moist environment is designed to promote life– including bacteria. Because items may enter the vagina during a woman’s lifetime, bacteria can enter the body there, causing a clinical or sub-clinical (unrecognized) infection — one that can quickly spread into the uterus and the fallopian tubes. The body’s first response to infection is to lay down adhesions to start the healing process. Once formed, these internal scars can remain in the body for a lifetime.
When these glue-like bonds form within the tube, they can cover the delicate cilia or the walls of the tube, causing ectopic pregnancy, a condition in which the fertilized egg (zygote) becomes trapped in the tube. When adhesions are more extensive, they can block a fallopian tube entirely, preventing any chance for natural conception.
What are Natural Remedies for Blocked Fallopian Tubes
While a plethora of ‘natural’ herbs, vitamins, and potions have been proposed to improve fertility, none of these have been shown in published studies to open blocked fallopian tubes—several purport to increase blood flow or energy to the area. No matter how wonderful a natural adjunct might sound, it is useless to improve blood flow or energy if the tiny but powerful adhesions physically block the tubes.
Only one natural treatment has been cited in peer-reviewed journals for its ability to open blocked fallopian tubes (including hydrosalpinx) and return natural fertility to women.
A hands-on physical therapy called the Clear Passage® Approach (CPA) has been cited in numerous medical journals for opening blocked fallopian tubes with studies that measure the treatment’s effectiveness for various causes of the woman’s infertility.
Scientifically Published Success Rates of the Best Natural Treatment for Infertility
Researchers and therapists at Clear Passage® clinics have worked hard to provide accurate success rates for clients considering this therapy. While no legitimate medical technique claims 100% success, CPA results have been consistent and encouraging over the years.
As early as 2002, medical editors at WebMD became intrigued with Clear Passage® results. In 2004, data housed at the U.S. National Institutes of Health cited a study from WebMD’s Medscape General Medicine that showed Clear Passage® opened blocked fallopian tubes in several women who came to therapy with total blockage. Even more exciting, most participants whose tubes opened had a natural full-term pregnancy, and some had a second (or more) pregnancy and birth with no further therapy. A citation in Fertility and Sterility (2006) cited CPA with clearing hydrosalpinx in 50% of women, again followed by post-therapy natural pregnancies.**
61% of women have one or both blocked fallopian tubes cleared by the therapy.
Success rates were higher (69%) for most women who had never undergone fallopian tube surgery.
Only 35% of women had tubes open if their tubes were previously cut or burned in a surgery (likely due to post-surgical scarring on the delicate tubes).
In all the above studies, some participants reported subsequent (2nd and 3rd) pregnancies, indicating that (unlike IVF) the CPA results are long-lasting for some women.
Comparing Clear Passage® to Surgery
The 10-year study provided success rates for treating various causes of female infertility. Researchers were surprised to show rates rivaled and sometimes surpassed conventional medical techniques. Published success rates treating women who have been diagnosed as infertile with the following conditions note the following:
How Successful has Clear Passage® been in Opening Totally Blocked Fallopian Tubes?
69% open if no prior tubal surgery
35% open on tubes that had prior surgery
61% open overall
57% confirmed pregnancy rate after tubes were opened
(vs. 22% – 34% for surgery)
How Successful has Clear Passage® been in increasing Pregnancy Rates for Various Infertility Causes?
High FSH Nonsurgical treatment – 39% Pregnancy Rate
(no medical technique improves FSH)
Pre-IVF Nonsurgical treatment – 56% IVF Pregnancies with Clear Passage® before transfer
(vs. 37% without CPA)
How did the Clear Passage® Approach Get Here? What is its history?
CPA therapy centers around the Wurn Technique®, a manual physical therapy focused on decreasing adhesions anywhere in the body. The work was developed after physical therapist Belinda Wurn reported severe pelvic pain following surgery and massive radiation therapy to treat her cervical (pelvic) cancer. Told by her doctors that the cause of her pain was post-surgical scarring (adhesions), she and her husband developed a nonsurgical bodywork, often an intense, site-specific therapy designed to reduce or eliminate adhesions.
Research shows therapy opens tubes
Effective Nonsurgical Treatment for Blocked Fallopian Tubes?
“Blocked fallopian tubes” is one of the most heartbreaking diagnoses in female infertility. The female reproductive system consists of many delicate organs tasked with the need to transfer a single cell (the egg) across a gap, then into a tiny canal to unite with another single cell (the sperm). All of this must happen in a relatively narrow window of time each month and must be done by a certain age for fertilization to occur.
“There is not really a word that defines our therapy,” Wurn says. “It is a complex, site-specific full-body system that addresses adhesions that have formed throughout the lifetime of a woman’s body. Certainly, our therapy for infertility involves a focus on the organs of the pelvis. Calling it a massage is like calling the Space Shuttle a plane.”
When the therapy decreased Belinda’s pain and adhesions, the Wurns began treating others with painful post-surgical scarring. They were surprised when infertile women began reporting unexpected pregnancies, some with totally blocked fallopian tubes.
Curiously, the gynecologist, Chief of Staff of a large nearby hospital, called them in to question their results. After viewing several charts of women whose tubes were opened by the Wurns, he said, “You are doing things with your hands that I don’t think I could do surgically, and I am a good surgeon. We need to conduct some research on the work you have developed.”
Where can you Learn More About the Clear Passage® Approach and the Wurn Technique®?
Many women prefer to try a natural approach rather than drugs or surgery. Depending on the location of the tubal blockage, your physician may feel surgery is contraindicated. Many reproductive endocrinologists recommend removing blocked fallopian tubes and proceeding directly to in Vitro fertilization (IVF).
Clearly, this negates the chance to conceive the child of your dreams naturally.
Try a better way with us.
Over 1,000 babies have been born to infertile women after undergoing the Wurn Technique® at Clear Passage® clinics across the U.S.A. and in England. If you prefer a natural approach or are unwilling to forfeit any ability to ever have one or more natural pregnancies on your own, consider contacting Clear Passage®. They will examine your history and goals to advise if you are a good candidate for their therapy. There is no charge for this review.
While new procedures have been added over the years, the basic protocol in all clinics has remained consistent over three-plus decades. Treatment consists of 20 hours of therapy delivered over as few as five days. Patients generally arrive at a Clear Passage® location on Monday morning, receive two 2-hour sessions of therapy daily, and return to their hotel or visit the local town. They will complete treatment by Friday afternoon and are free to return home.
With numerous studies published in peer-reviewed medical journals, Clear Passage®’s hands-on physical therapy has been featured on the ABC, CBS, and NBC television networks in the U.S., and internationally on Fox News. These citations and newscasts note infertility reversal for hundreds of women – without surgery or drugs. Our therapy can work independently or as an adjunct to your physician’s care. The following is an overview of our work treating female infertility.
Clear Passage® has been a world leader in treating female infertility since 1986. A landmark 10-year study of nearly 1,400 infertile women (Rice et al., 2015) showed that our hands-on approach equaled or surpassed many standard medical treatments — surgery and pharmaceuticals — for the most common causes of female infertility. We had high success rates treating infertility due to:
Blocked fallopian tubes (often diagnosed as untreatable by physicians)
PCOS (good success rates without surgery)
Endometriosis (approximately equal to the surgical rate)
High FSH, advanced reproductive age (there is currently no medical treatment for high FSH or advanced reproductive age)
We avoid risks due to our thorough screening process. The major risk is temporary soreness. Side effects of therapy are generally positive, including increased female sexual function (libido, lubrication, orgasm) and decreased pain.
Success Rates:
Our success rates are published in peer-reviewed medical journals. Given the number of infertility patients we have treated since 1989, we can provide a reasonable estimate of your success rate with our therapy. View our success rates.
Long-term outcomes:
Unlike assisted medical treatments that may work for a single reproductive cycle, the results of our therapy appear to last for years. Many of our patients have had several full-term pregnancies (births) and continue to be fertile for several years after therapy here.
Published Results:
With published studies and citations in a dozen respected medical journals, Clear Passage® is the Gold Standard in the world for treating female infertility naturally. Study data authored by independent physicians support our credibility, efficacy, and success rates.
Clear Passage® constantly strives to measure our results scientifically and share them with the public – as reported in peer-reviewed medical journals. We have been developing our therapy since 1989 and publishing results since 1997; our infertility statistics are documented and housed in the U.S. Library of Medicine. Over the course of 30+ years, we have worked with gynecologists and scientists to develop a therapy that has been shown to be safe and effective for many infertile women.
Whether due to C-section, adhesions, high FSH, or an unknown cause, secondary infertility is a major focus of our practice. Clear Passage®️ is a world leader in non-surgical repair of the female reproductive tract since 1989. Studies published in peer-reviewed U.S. and international medical journals found that our manual physio/physical therapy improved fertility for most women treated.
Complete the online Request Consultation form to receive a free phone consultation with one of our expert therapists to learn more.
Causes and Frequency of Secondary Infertility
Over three million people in the United States are affected by secondary infertility. (Chandra et al., 2013) This diagnosis occurs when a couple cannot conceive or carry a child to full-term after the birth of a biological child. The National Center for Infertility reports that secondary infertility is more common than primary infertility, but couples who experience secondary infertility are less likely to seek medical assistance because they were able to become pregnant the first time.
Virtually all people develop adhesions (strong internal scars) as they age. However, adhesions that form in the reproductive tract often cannot be detected by non-invasive tests such as X-ray, MRI, CT, or ultrasound. Typically, unless a woman undergoes surgery, which can create more adhesions, her clinician must deduce adhesive presence through a thorough review of the woman’s medical history. Thus, when a woman comes to us with secondary infertility, we first ask if she had a C-section, episiotomy, or other surgery or healing event in her pelvis. Any of these can cause adhesion formation, which can interfere with future fertility. Click here to watch an Internet video of a C-section surgery (graphic).
The significant amount of cutting to access areas deep within the body can create a great deal of adhesions, as the body heals to recover from this major surgery.
Prior surgeries, such as C-sections, can cause secondary infertility due to post-surgical adhesions (internal scars).
Whenever the reproductive tract is traumatized, collagen rushes in to help the area heal. As the collagen builds, it forms adhesions, internal scars that remain long after the body heals on the outside. Adhesions can cause nearby structures to become bound together, decreasing function, with or without pain.
Adhesions and scar tissue in the uterus may prevent proper embryo implantation. When scar tissue pulls on the uterus, it can cause spasm and miscarriage. Scar tissue around the ovaries can deter proper hormonal function or prevent the release of an egg. Scar tissue near the fallopian tubes may cause the tubes to become kinked or blocked. Adhesions may cause tightness within the vagina or cervical stiffness (stenosis), thus causing vaginal inflammation or restricting the passage of the sperm into the uterus and tubes.
When treating women with secondary infertility, we ask if they experienced any of these events (which can cause adhesion formation) since the birth of their child:
Surgery
Endometriosis
Ectopic pregnancy
Physical or sexual abuse
Use of an intrauterine device
Infection (vaginal, bladder, etc.)
Fall, car accident, or other injury
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
A woman must also consider how much she has aged since her last pregnancy. If she is over 35, we consider her hormonal function in addition to mechanical function. We want to be certain that the pituitary-hypothalamus feedback loop is not restricted.
Symptoms of Secondary Infertility
One’s initial thought would probably be that the inability to conceive after already having a child is the symptom of secondary infertility. It’s not, that is just the diagnosis of the condition. Here are some symptoms you can look out for that might point your doctor toward a more concrete diagnosis:
Pain in your lower abdomen
Pain or bleeding during intercourse
Burning sensation during urination
Bleeding between periods
Sharp abdominal cramps
Dysmenorrhea, intense pain during menstruation
Pain during bowel movements or urination
Pain on one side of your body
Fever
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, make sure to tell your doctor. He or she will be able to narrow down the cause of your secondary infertility.
Treatments for Secondary Infertility
Clear Passage®️ Treatment
The “hands-on” work practiced at Clear Passage®️ clinics is designed to reduce or eliminate adhesive bonds, called cross-links. Our work has been shown in peer-reviewed medical journals to reduce adhesions, decrease pain, and improve soft tissue mobility without the risks of surgery or drugs. We have helped hundreds of women to conceive after struggling with secondary or unexplained infertility.
Breaking up Surgical Adhesions
No medical techniques have a 100% success rate. If we are unable to open your tubes, your chances for a successful IVF performed within 15 months after therapy increase by roughly 50%, per published studies. View our success rates.
Other Treatment Options (Surgery, Drugs)
Without knowing the root cause of your secondary infertility, treatment options are limited. Some treatment options for women experiencing secondary infertility include:
IVF
Surgery
Medications to induce ovulation
Published Success Rates
To view Clear Passage®️ published success rates in infertility patients, please visit our Infertility Success Rates page.
“I thought you might like to know that my FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) level came down from 12.6 (before I went to you) to 8.1 (after therapy with you). This brings my hormone levels from “unacceptably high” to within a ‘normal’ range. As you know, a high FSH is a sign of diminished ovarian reserve. The FSH levels can fluctuate slightly, but I did not expect that they would go down given my age. I certainly think that CPT helped.” – Sylvie
Pregnant with High FSH
Improving Hormone Levels Naturally
Clear Passage®️ is a world leader, with over three decades of experience treating female infertility without surgery or drugs. While our focus was originally on mechanical fertility (helping sperm meet egg and helping uterine implantation), a surprising number of infertile women in their upper 30s and 40s were becoming pregnant naturally after therapy, despite diagnoses of high FSH or age-related infertility.
Our attention was further piqued when a peer-reviewed study of 1,392 women conducted over ten years showed hormonal improvement in 49% of women diagnosed as infertile due to high FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone[i]). Over 39% of women diagnosed with FSH levels above 10 conceived after a 5-day Clear Passage® session; most had natural pregnancies.
In a 10-year retrospective study from the National Library of Medicine, both natural and IVF pregnancy rates were high for women diagnosed as sub-fertile or infertile due to high FSH. Over 39% of women treated by Clear Passage® became pregnant despite FSH levels usually considered ‘impossible to conceive.’ Of 48 women in the study, 43 conceived naturally and 5 became pregnant via subsequent IVF.
Success Treating Infertility in Women with High FSH
In the study participants, 39% (48/122) of the women diagnosed subfertile or infertile due to high FSH became pregnant after receiving the therapy. This is an excellent rate in a group whose expected pregnancy rate was 0%, or close to it. Women in this study had FSH levels of 10 mIU/ml and above, generally so high that they were refused IVF by reproductive physicians.
Complete the online Request Consultation form to receive a phone consultation with a therapist at no cost. Our therapist will review your medical history and goals, answer any questions you have about therapy, and determine if our treatment may be able to help you.
Why High FSH Indicates Subfertility
High FSH is not a cause of infertility. Rather, it is an indicator of subfertility or infertility – often associated with advanced reproductive age. At each menstrual cycle, the ovary (in the pelvis) signals the pituitary (in the cranium) to release follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) to help follicles mature into eggs suitable for implantation. As a woman’s reproductive system ages, her ovaries require more FSH to produce quality eggs. FSH levels of 10 mIU/ml or higher on days 2-5 of the menstrual cycle generally indicate subfertility or infertility, either due to loss of ovarian function or because menopause has occurred.
Symptoms of FSH or Other Hormonal Issues
Unlike mechanical dysfunction, hormonal issues can sometimes be a little more difficult to diagnose. The symptoms may appear unrelated and spread throughout the body rather than a single area of discomfort, for example, post-surgical pain.
Absent or irregular periods
Spotting between menstruation
Overly heavy periods
Very painful periods
Hair growth around the face, neck, chest, or back
Weight gain
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms along with infertility, it is quite possible you have a hormonal imbalance. It is important to speak with your doctor and have them check your hormone levels.
Treatments
Clear Passage®️ Treatment
As physical therapists, our first job is to look at biomechanics – the physical bodies our patients bring to us. Clear Passage® uses a “whole body approach” that addresses a patient’s goals along with any structural problems in the body. Focused on the biomechanics of pain, function, and fertility, we initially assumed we could not help reproductive hormone levels. Study of the reproductive system indicated that the communication loop between the ovary and the pituitary was likely blood-borne, thus out of our scope of expertise. Over time, several pregnancies in women we treated, often with quite high FSH, appear to be showing a mechanical aspect to infertility in hormonal conditions, apparently treatable by our manual therapy. Our therapy has helped some women with high FSH to conceive naturally – sometimes more than once.
We continue to see success in this area, as described above and documented in peer-reviewed medical literature. We believe this success is due to our work on the ovaries, the dura and the cranium. The dura is a fascial sheet that surrounds the spinal cord, from the lowest part of the tailbone (coccyx) to the base of the skull. From there, it enters the skull, then surrounds the brain and all the tissues and the endocrine glands within it. Sheaths of the dura totally surround and infuse with the pituitary, an important regulator of female reproduction.
We have come to believe that tissues within the skull (including the brain and pituitary) react to adhesive pulls similarly to other tissues in the body. Housed within a well-protected cavity of the sphenoid bone in the center of the skull, the pituitary is considered the “master gland” of female reproduction.
Successful reproductive activity and hormone levels depend on a medically recognized communication loop between the ovaries (in the pelvis) and the pituitary and hypothalamus glands (deep within the head). While the exact mechanism of that intricate communication loop remains a mystery, that loop (the pituitary-hypothalamic-ovarian axis, or PHO) is largely responsible for whether or not a woman can create an egg capable of conception. We find that when we treat the ovaries and the dural attachments that reach into the brain and surround the pituitary, we often witness significant improvements in FSH levels – and full-term pregnancies in women diagnosed hormonally infertile.
History Treating Women with High FSH
We began treating women with diagnoses of high FSH at the urging of a research gynecologist surgeon, former Chief of Staff of North Florida Regional Medical Center, Richard King, M.D. We gathered data by tracking changes in FSH levels for these women before and after therapy. We were encouraged in these early cases when we saw natural pregnancies in older women, including one of whom came to us at age 44 with an FSH of 33.
Because our results in hormonal conditions have been so positive, we now accept women with hormonal infertility, and we actively encourage women with diagnoses that include PCOS and high FSH levels to attend therapy, especially in the case of high FSH. We suggest you call to learn about our most current success rates so we can determine together whether this therapy may help you.
Other Treatments (not Clear Passage®)
We know of no other procedure or pharmaceutical medication that can lower FSH and extend reproductive years for women with high FSH.
Published Success Rates
Following the Scientific Method
In all of our studies, we follow the ‘scientific method’ defined by professional researchers. We start with clinical data. If that indicates safety and efficacy for a group or condition, we create larger pilot studies. If these continue to indicate success, we will begin studying results in larger populations.
When we first began treating infertile women with our manual therapy, the Clear Passage® approach, we learned we could often help the mechanics of sperm meeting egg by decreasing or eliminating mechanical problems such as adhesions, blocked fallopian tubes, tightness or stenosis of the cervix, and endometriosis. Because we had no data at the time showing we could treat hormonal conditions such as high FSH or PCOS, we regularly turned down applicants diagnosed with solely hormonal factors. We didn’t want to waste their money or time, or ours.
Housed within a well-protected cavity of the sphenoid bone in the center of the skull, the pituitary is considered the “master gland” of female reproduction.
We discovered our therapy could successfully treat hormonal conditions after a woman we treated for pelvic pain, who was diagnosed “menopausal”, became pregnant the month after therapy. She had been refused IVF for the three months prior to coming to us, due to FSH levels of 18, 19, and 28 during those months. Yet, she became pregnant naturally a month after therapy. She had that child, then (with no further therapy) she became pregnant naturally again two years later – and delivered her second child.
First Clinical Trial
After consulting with our gynecologist advisor and a biostatistician, we agreed to accept women with high FSH into our program, with the request that they have their FSH levels measured before and after therapy. In order to create meaningful statistics, the biostatistician required a minimum of 8 participants. We tested more: 16 women diagnosed as infertile with FSH readings over 10 mIU/ml. The women in this trial averaged 39 years of age.
The trial indicated that our therapy was effective for women diagnosed with high FSH, when six of the 16 (38%) became pregnant before they could get their post-therapy FSH checked. Of the remaining ten, nine had decreases in FSH levels, with an average improvement of 11.6 points. Only one woman failed to improve; her FSH increased by one point. Published data from this clinical trial are included in our consumer book, Miracle Moms, Better Sex, Less Pain (Med-Art Press, 2009).
Latest Published Study
In a much larger study, 39% (48/122) of patients with high FSH levels became pregnant after treatment. Of these, 43 had natural pregnancies, and 5 were by IVF. Like so many of our studies, these results closely parallel the 38% success rate of the early clinical trial. It is exciting to see these results in a population of women who were considered hormonally infertile prior to therapy. This is very good news for women wanting to conceive despite being reproductively older, having high FSH, or approaching menopause.
Published success rates for High FSH are stated in the text above. Click here to view all of our infertility success rates.
Clear Passage® – Published Success Rates
A landmark study of over a thousand infertile women treated at Clear Passage® clinics over 10 years examined the therapy’s results in various causes of female infertility. In a subset of 122 women who presented with FSH above the 10 mIU/ml threshold for fertility, 39% (48/122) became pregnant. Remarkably, 90% (43/48) of the successes were natural; five were by follow-up IVF. (Consult our Pre-IVF page for more details if you plan to undergo IVF.)
A large published study showed that 39% of women diagnosed as infertile due to High FSH became pregnant after receiving CP therapy.
Many physicians consider our success with these women remarkable; simply put, they should not have been able to conceive. In fact, few options in medicine exist to help women with high FSH to have their own child.
