Lately, I’m seeing a number of patients dealing with digestive complaints. End of summer is a common time of year for these complaints to flare up. Vacations with unusual food for you, maybe more alcohol or sugar, stress of traveling, even drinking water that you’re not used to. These can cause issues or exacerbate dormant issues.
These complaints may include, but are not limited to:
Loose stools
Constipation
Acid reflux
Painful gas
Flatulence
Belching
Abdominal pain
Nausea and vomiting
Even bloody or mucousy stools
Chinese medicine may view the condition as excess (usually originating from misaligned diet or pathogens) or deficient (stemming from a chronic or acute weakness. Which can also stem from misaligned diet or pathogens).
When a patient comes in with digestive concerns I assess all body systems, feel the pulse and look at the tongue, diagnose the patient and develop a treatment plan that addresses the root cause. Acupuncture, herbs, supplements, diet shifts, lifestyle modifications all contribute to bringing resolution to the issues. Are you curious if your digestive changes an be helped with acupuncture and Chinese Medicine? You can schedule a opens in a new window free 15 minute discovery session to get your questions answered.
