Why do we ‘kink’ (break) the sperm tail? During the ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) procedure, embryologists perform a tiny, deliberate move: we gently tap or “kink” the sperm’s tail right before injection. It might look strange, but it’s vital for success! This serves two major purposes: 1️⃣ Immobilization: A beating or active tail could physically damage the delicate egg (oocyte) structures during the microinjection procedure. Kinking the tail ensures the injection is smooth and contro

What does it mean to have low sperm motility? 🤔 Sperm motility is simply the movement of the sperm. To conceive naturally you ideally want at least a 40% motility rate. This means at least 40% of the sampled sperm is moving in a straight line at a proper speed and shape. 🐟 If you do a sperm analysis and the results come back as 0% motility, it doesn't necessarily mean none are moving but the percentage is low enough that it is not ideal for a natural pregnancy. The next move would be to comple