Acupuncture for IBS in Columbia, MD
IBS affects 10–15% of people and can be one of the more frustrating digestive conditions to manage. Acupuncture may help by supporting regulation of the gut-brain connection, calming the stress response, and easing symptoms such as pain, bloating, and bowel irregularity.
— How it Helps
Acupuncture may help regulate gut motility, support pathways involved in pain and inflammation, calm nervous system activity involved in digestion, and address the stress and anxiety that are often linked to IBS flares.
— Symptoms Treated
· Bloating and gas
· Cramping and abdominal pain
· Alternating constipation and diarrhea
· Food-triggered digestive symptoms
· Post-meal discomfort
· Urgency and bowel irregularity
— What to Expect
IBS treatment often requires a series of treatments, with many people starting with 8–12 sessions depending on symptom severity and chronicity. We often combine acupuncture with nutrition counseling to help identify food triggers and support more stable digestion.
