EXPERIENCING problems with your digestive system can be very unpleasant, with symptoms such as bloating, sluggish digestion, flatulence and discomfort.

Viewing the digestive process from traditional acupuncture theory and osteopathic principles can be both interesting and informative.

This is particularly the case with functional problems where no pathological evidence can be found or diagnosed.

As an osteopath, once a case history and examination is performed and you are considered safe to treat, I look for potential musculoskeletal factors that can disrupt this balance.

Often there may be compression, adhesion or strain on the ligaments and supportive connective tissue around the organs.

This could arise from poor posture, past surgery, history of poor diet or stress leading to neurological anomalies to the gut.

Gentle visceral fascia techniques and mobilisation of the spine can harmonise neurological input to the gut thus promoting function.

Digestion from traditional acupuncture theory is seen as the transformation and transportation of food and water into Qi (energy).

If deficient or stagnant, other symptoms of dysfunction may arise such as the craving for sweetfoods, a sense of foggy headedness and low energy.

In this way acupuncture offers a completely unique perspective providing valuable insight and lifestyle advice.

  • Top tips for digestion from the two approaches:
  • Avoid processed junk foods.
  • Eat at regular intervals.
  • Don’t eat to excess, eatto 80%.
  • Exercise and stretch – ensuring you have good mobility and blood flow throughout your body.
  • Keep yourself hydrated – this can aid digestion and assist in the process of eliminating of toxins.

Being both an osteopath,traditional and medical acupuncturist I am passionate about providing the optimum treatment for each individual where I combine the best of both modalities based on my many years of clinical experience.

If you wish to know more about how acupuncture or osteopathy can help you, book now for a free consultation to assess your state of health, check posture and movement and discuss how I could help you.

Please phone 01823-272227 to book an appointment.