I haven't personally read any scientific research done regarding this but I have heard of so many success stories. Even people in the West, who don't necessarily come from this traditional medicine background, have turned to acupuncture and other aspects of TCM and have experienced success in conceiving. This UK news outlet wrote about the benefits of TCM and how it could potentially double the chances of conception. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2066254/Chinese-medicine-double-chances-childless-couples-conceiving.html