What is Low Sperm Motility?
Sperm quality is almost always more important than sperm quantity when it comes to questions of fertility. A primary determining factor regarding sperm quality is motility, which is the ability of the sperm to move or swim to the egg to begin the fertilization process. If sperm is unable to move or swim it will not be able to fertilize the egg. When a large percentage of sperm lack the ability to move or swim it is called low sperm motility. If the objective is to improve fertility there are several paths to improvement. A doctor may provide a variety of medical options but a few simple lifestyle changes may provide the improvement you seek without the expensive medical bills. There are several lifestyle changes that one can make to improve sperm motility. · Do not smoke. There is a clear connection between smoking and sperm quality and quantity. · Do not wear tight or restrictive underwear. Tight underwear may contribute to excessive heat in the testicles which can affect sperm motili
