Digestive Health

The digestive system is a series of organs whose main responsibility is to bring nutrients into the body. In Chinese theory digestion is considered the source of all vital energy or Qi, (pronounced “chee”) that we use on a daily basis. For us to be healthy it is essential that our digestive systems be strong and capable of supplying our tissues and organs with the nutrition they need.

The digestive system is a sensitive system. Proper digestion requires time and relaxation. Unfortunately, many of us are eating in hurried situations with stressful schedules. These patterns combined with improper food choices and overeating are leading to many digestive disorders; including heartburn, constipation, diarrhea, and more complicated diseases like ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome and crohn’s disease.

At Inner Gate Acupuncture we use Chinese medicine to diagnose and treat each patient in a unique way. This allows us to work directly with the underlying causes of disease to create lasting results. Using acupuncture and Chinese herbs we work to balance and build Qi.

Acupuncture is a great treatment for many digestive disorders. By inserting fine, sterile needles into specific aupuncture points the mind and body are able to relax and inflamed tissues has the opportunity to heal. Acupuncture has a regulating effect on stomach acid secretion and intestinal motility, offering sufferers of heartburn, constipation, and diarrhea relief.

Chinese herbal medicine been used for centuries to correct digestive disorders. We use over 300 herbs in specific combinations, creating delicate formulas that have little, to no side effects. Chinese herbs are extremely affordable, by pharmaceutical standards, ranging in cost from $8-16 a week. And because we work on a deep level, addressing the root of the disease, instead of masking the symptoms, our patients heal quickly and are not forced to take the herbs forever.

Acupuncture treats Bowel Problems

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