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IBS Acupuncture Points

IBS Acupuncture Points

Traditionally, a variety of acupuncture/acupressure points have been utilized for gastrointestinal complaints.

Acupuncture/Acupressure Points Commonly Used for Digestive Complaints (Abdomen)

(CV12 Zhongwan, CV4, Guanyuan, SP14 Fujie, ST27 Daju)

Acupuncture/Acupressure Points Commonly Used for Digestive Complaints (Abdomen)

Acupuncture/ Acupressure Points Commonly Used for Digestive Complaints (Back)

(BL18 Ganshu, BL21 Weishu, BL23 Shenshu, BL27 Xiaochangshu, BL33 Zhongliao)

Acupuncture/ Acupressure Points Commonly Used for Digestive Complaints (Back)

Note:

• The above-mentioned points are just a few examples of the acupuncture points that can be used to treat IBS patients. Many other important points exist on other parts of the body, including the upper and lower limbs. In clinical practice, acupuncture points will be selected based on each patient’s signs and symptoms as manifested on the day of the treatment.

• The location of the acupuncture points described in the figure and in textbooks should be considered rough locational guides. Experienced acupuncturists will locate effective points through palpitation.

• Both traditional theory and scientific research show that stimulating exactly the same acupuncture point can elicit entirely different responses at two different times. In other words, effective acupuncture treatment does not depend solely on the selection of acupuncture points, but equally or more so depends on how those acupuncture points are stimulated by using acupuncture and moxibustion.

It is important to receive treatments from qualified acupuncturists who have the knowledge and skills to locate effective meridian points and induce favorable physiological responses through acupuncture.

Related Pages:

Current Evidence Regarding Conventional Drug Therapy and Acupuncture for the Management of IBS

IBS Treatment at The Pacific Wellness Institute Acupuncture Clinic

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I would like to thank you for your continued support of my newsletter and hope that you will find it interesting and beneficial for your health.

I would like to thank you for your continued support of my newsletter and hope that you will find it interesting and beneficial for your health.

I would like to thank you for your continued support of my newsletter and hope that you will find it interesting and beneficial for your health. The roots of Chinese medicine lie deeply buried in the realm of spirit. Ancient Chinese medical practitioners, or shaman, employed many creative methods in their attempts to bridge the gap between the physical body and the inner domain of mind and spirit. Gua Sha is one such healing modality that has been handed down to us through the ages. If you or anyone you know may benefit from this type of treatment, please contact me for a free consultation. -Robert Vena

The term Gua Sha itself is comprised of two Chinese characters, 'Gua' which means 'to scrape' or 'rub', and 'Sha', which is used to describe a 'reddish, elevated, millet-like skin rash,' also known as 'petechiae.' Gua Sha is a scraping technique used to intentionally raise a reddish skin rash through repeated scraping movements and applied pressure while using a handheld tool. The handheld instrument, sometimes in the shape of a ceramic soup spoon or a thin disc (such as a coin), must have a curved surface. Many practitioners prefer to use the traditional tool; a polished water buffalo horn made specifically for use in Gua Sha. The tool is positioned over troubled areas of the body and skin which have been lubricated with massage oil and scraped repeatedly with firm pressure. Such compression of the soft tissue raises the 'Sha,' causing what appears to be a temporary bruising. Although this apparent bruising can sometimes be mistaken for a painful injury, it is usually completely painless. The marks usually fade quickly (usually within 2 - 3 days), and are actually regarded as part of the treatment. The 'Sha' also provides a visual cue that cues the practitioner of the condition of blood flow in the area where treatment has been applied. This diagnostic indicator can act as feedback before beginning treatments for anything ranging from neck tension to sciatica pain relief. Application of the Gua Sha technique requires some knowledge of the way the muscles of the body connect and move together. Without some understanding of the anatomy of the human body, a novice can do little good using this technique. But a student well versed in human anatomy and physiology possesses all the necessary skills needed to evaluate, treat, and relieve bodily issues caused by tension, stress, and illness. In the hand of a proficient practitioner, the Gua Sha technique can be used to address many different bodily ailments. And, although used most often on the back, buttocks, shoulders, and neck, Gua Sha can also be used to enhance function of the immune system and rid the body of toxins and pathologies such as the common cold. When used to address sciatica, sciatica pain relief can come quickly, with relief of the numbness and pain associated with compression of the sciatic nerve. When used in conjunction with acupuncture, the red marks associated with Gua Sha are often used to indicate the presence of bodily toxins, oxygen deficiency, and the stagnation of Qi, or vital energy. Following the application of Gua Sha, your acupuncturist should easily be able to read these diagnostic signs and tailor an acupuncture session to target the particular problems shown. This identification and narrowing of the treatment area can be a wonderful diagnostic aid, allowing for a more focused treatment when applying acupuncture for stress management or any other condition requiring treatment. Gua Sha can be used as a treatment for many ailments and conditions and is generally considered a safe healing modality. But, Gua Sha should not be applied: To people with weak constitutions During pregnancy Immediately following surgery To people suffering with bleeding disorders To patients taking anti-coagulant medications such as warafrin Over varicose veins, open wounds, or skin diseases In addition to answering the question, "What is Gua Sha?," it is also important to address some of the precautions that should be taken following a Gua Sha session. Following the application of Gua Sha, the patient should rest for a short while and drink some warm water. It is also recommended that the patient refrain from taking a shower or bath for at least one hour following the session, and that a cold water bath or shower should be avoided for at least 24-hours. In addition, it is important for the patient to keep all treatment areas warm, covered up, and protected from windy conditions following treatment. If you or anyone you know may benefit from this type of treatment, please contact me for a free consultation.

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