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Acupuncture for digestive problems is effective in treating many digestive disorders including: Bacterial infections, peptic ulcers, heartburn, lactose intolerance, gastrointestinal tract bleeding, inflammatory conditions, and hiatus hernia syndrome. Acupuncture for digestive problems treats digestive condition patterns by nourishing related organs, reducing inflammation of the stomach and pancreas and improving digestive functions.
By selecting certain acupuncture points on the body, acupuncture for digestive problems speeds up metabolism, increases gastrointestinal muscle contraction and relaxation, reduces gastric acid secretion, regulates small and large intestine function, and restores stomach acidity to normal levels. In conjunction with Chinese herbal medicine and stress reduction techniques, acupuncture for digestive problems is beneficial in the treatment of general gastrointestinal symptoms.
In addition to acupuncture for digestive problems, moxibustion may be utilized as an anti-inflammatory agent and to tonify imbalances. Individuals often experience long-term symptomatic relief with acupuncture for digestive problems, as well as decreased stress and improved energy. Acupuncture for digestive problems may integrate recommendations for diet and lifestyle modifications in order to correct dietary imbalances and regulate digestion. The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture for digestive problems as an effective treatment for digestive imbalance.
Digestive disorders may be caused by a variety of factors, such as a high-fat diet, chronic stress, and overeating. Acupuncture for digestive problems can treat digestive imbalance by reducing stress and regulating the endocrine and nervous system hyperactivity that often accompanies digestive disorder patterns. Acupuncture for digestive problems can be integrated into allopathic medical care without negative interactions. Acupuncture for digestive problems is a medication-free health maintenance therapy.
Acupuncture & Massage College’s Masters of Oriental Medicine and Massage Therapy programs prepare graduates for careers as acupuncture physicians and massage therapists. For program information call Joe Calareso at (305) 595-9500. For acupuncture therapy, request Dr. Richard Browne, Acupuncture Physician.