An estimated 60-70 million people in the United States suffer from gastrointestinal problems. Even those who have not been diagnosed with a digestive disorder may be affected; 72 percent of those asked said they experience a digestive problem on a regular basis. Poor gut health can promote lethargy and weight gain, and these difficulties can vary from occasional acid reflux to life-threatening conditions like IBS and Crohn’s disease.

While it may come as no surprise that gastrointestinal problems are on the rise in the United States as a whole, even healthy people can have stomach problems. Food sensitivities, a high-fat or acidic diet, alcohol consumption, a lack of sleep, a lack of exercise, trauma, a serious injury, and even persistent stress may all wreak havoc on your stomach and cause digestion problems. Digestion difficulties and stomach pain can be caused by anything that disrupts your body’s functionality.

GI problems are all too frequent, even if you haven’t been diagnosed with a digestive condition. Many people regard various digestive issues as “normal,” leading to daily discomfort and, in some cases, self-medication with over-the-counter drugs. This isn’t something that happens every day, and you shouldn’t have to put up with it! 

If you prefer non-drug solutions to your digestive problems, acupuncture is a proven effective therapeutic option. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes gut health as part of a holistic approach to health.

Acupuncture is a Traditional Chinese Mmedicine technique involving the insertion of tiny, hair-thin needs on specific points on the body to assist balance digestion and relieve gastrointestinal issues. Every day, new studies on the effectiveness of acupuncture are published, many of which hold great promise for individuals with digestive issues. 

Acupuncture can help with digestive difficulties in a variety of ways, including reducing reliance on medicine and alleviating symptoms like:

• Bloating
• Colitis
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Crohn’s Disease
• Sour stomach
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Abdominal Pain
• Acid Reflux
• Cramping
• Fatigue
• Diarrhea
• Weight fluctuation

In testing, acupuncture was found to improve intestinal peristalsis. This is especially beneficial for persons who suffer from persistent constipation. For someone who has been suffering with constipation for a long time, it can be eased in as little as one to two sessions.

Nausea and vomiting are two other common digestion-related issues. Acupuncture and acupressure are good ways to ease an upset stomach – nausea and vomiting are considerably reduced or eliminated in the vast majority of instances.

Acupuncture supports digestion because it treats the individual holistically, which means that when therapy is delivered, all elements of the body are considered. Unlike Western medicine, Chinese medicine does not have compartments. As a result, someone receiving treatment from a licensed acupuncturist or TCM practitioner may experience mental and digestive changes as a result of their treatment. Because the mind and body are so intertwined, this can be extremely useful to the patient. We like treating the entire body at VIM Acupuncture in Vero Beach, Florida. That is, we consider what is going on physiologically and psychologically to cause the stomach problems.

Experience the benefits of acupucnture for yourself -> Book a Vero Beach Acupuncture Appointment now! We proudly serve patients in the Vero Beach, Florida Ridge, Sebastian, Fort Pierce, Indian River Shores, and surrounding areas!