Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common digestive conditions in Australia, and one where Chinese Medicine can offer substantial relief. Our team at Rozelle Acupuncture uses both traditional CM diagnostic frameworks and an understanding of the modern gut-brain axis to develop effective, personalised treatment plans.
A 2014 meta-analysis in the World Journal of Gastroenterology found acupuncture showed promise in managing IBS symptoms compared to pharmacological treatment. Our approach combines acupuncture to regulate bowel function with Chinese herbal medicine formulas tailored to your specific pattern, whether that's predominant diarrhoea, constipation, or mixed symptoms.
We also address the significant contribution of stress and anxiety to IBS symptoms, using acupuncture to calm the nervous system and interrupt the gut-brain feedback loop that can perpetuate symptoms.
Diet and lifestyle guidance is provided alongside treatment, and we offer advice on food sensitivity testing where appropriate. Some patients report improvement in their symptoms over a course of treatment.