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Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Eastern Medicine

A characteristic of the disorder is spasm of the intestinal muscles, which produces discomfort, including pain, bloated feeling, and urgency; defecation usually provides temporary relief of the symptoms.

Frequent bowel movements, sometimes described as a case of diarrhea, occur during certain phases of the disorder; at other times, there is constipation. Bowel problems are amplified during times of emotional distress. It is generally believed that nervousness contributes to irritable bowel syndrome. 

According to WebMed, acupuncture is a popular alternative therapy for IBS and other conditions. It's proven effective for
treating chronic pain, according to researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).  However, the studies are mixed on whether this treatment really work for IBS.  Some small studies show that acupuncture may help with abdominal bloating and other IBS symptoms.

The western alternative is prescription medication which treats only the symptoms and the side-effects are sometimes worse than the existing condition.  Treating just the symptom is not a long-term solution to effectively treating IBS.  The root problem as well as the symptoms are addressed in Eastern medicine.

A large body of research exists in China on the Eastern medical treatment of IBS.  Over the past ten years, this extensive 
Research has shown that in 80-90 cases Eastern medicine is an effective treatment for this disease.  Whether you are experiencing loose bowel movements or constipation acupuncture can help to relief your symptoms.