The Raleigh Acupuncture Gastroparesis treatment is a safe, effective protocol to improve stomach muscle motility, improve digestion, and reduce pain. Gastroparesis disrupts the natural rhythm of stomach muscles, hindering the smooth movement (motility) required for proper digestion. Typically, robust muscle contractions propel food along the digestive tract. However, individuals with gastroparesis experience either slowed or entirely halted motility, leading to improper stomach emptying.
Understanding Gastroparesis
While the exact cause often remains elusive, it can stem from various factors. Sometimes, it emerges as a complication of diabetes or post-surgical intervention. Additionally, certain medications, including opioid pain relievers, select antidepressants, and specific high blood pressure and allergy medications, can induce delayed gastric emptying, mimicking gastroparesis symptoms or exacerbating existing conditions.
Gastroparesis manifests through disruptive symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal discomfort, disrupting normal digestion and potentially impacting blood sugar levels and nutritional balance. While a definitive cure remains elusive, managing gastroparesis involves dietary modifications and medication to alleviate symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Gastroparesis Signs and Symptoms
Signs and symptoms of gastroparesis include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain and bloating
- A feeling of fullness after eating just a few bites of food
- Vomiting undigested food eaten a few hours earlier
- Acid reflux
- Changes in blood sugar levels
- Poor appetite
- Weight loss leading to nutritional deficiency
Raleigh Acupuncture Gastroparesis Treatment
Acupuncture offers a holistic approach to improving gastroparesis by addressing various aspects of the condition. One of the key ways acupuncture benefits individuals with gastroparesis is by nourishing the stomach. Through the insertion of fine needles at specific acupuncture points, the treatment aims to stimulate and enhance blood flow to the stomach, promoting the delivery of essential nutrients and oxygen. This nourishment aids in repairing and revitalizing the smooth muscles of the stomach, ultimately improving motility.
Moreover, acupuncture plays a crucial role in resolving rebellious stomach qi, a concept in traditional Chinese medicine where the flow of energy, or qi, in the stomach is disrupted, leading to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and acid reflux. By strategically placing needles along meridian pathways associated with the stomach, acupuncture helps regulate the flow of qi, restoring harmony and balance to the digestive system. This reduction in rebellious stomach qi can alleviate symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and acid reflux, providing relief to individuals with gastroparesis.
Natural Healing for the Stomach
Overall, acupuncture offers a safe, natural, comprehensive approach to improving gastroparesis by nourishing the stomach, healing smooth muscles to enhance motility, and addressing underlying qi imbalances to reduce symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and acid reflux. This integrative therapy can complement conventional treatments, providing individuals with gastroparesis with a holistic and personalized approach to managing their condition.
Gastroparesis Case Study
Sarah, a 42-year-old woman, presented with symptoms indicative of gastroparesis, including poor appetite, slow digestion, frequent nausea, and reflux. These symptoms significantly impacted her quality of life, leading her to seek alternative therapies for relief.
Chinese Medicine Diagnosis
Upon assessment, the practitioner diagnosed Sarah with spleen qi deficiency, rebellious stomach qi, and liver qi stagnation according to principles of Chinese medicine. The spleen, responsible for transforming food into nourishment, exhibited weakened qi, contributing to poor digestion and appetite. Additionally, rebellious stomach qi and liver stagnation disrupted the smooth flow of energy throughout the digestive system, exacerbating symptoms such as nausea and reflux.
Acupuncture Treatment for Gastroparesis
The practitioner designed an acupuncture treatment plan tailored to Sarah’s specific diagnosis. Utilizing a combination of acupuncture points aimed at tonifying spleen qi, resolve rebellious stomach qi, dispersing liver qi stagnation, and addressing symptoms, the practitioner selected the following acupoints:
- CV12 (Zhongwan): Located on the midline of the abdomen, CV12 is associated with regulating digestion and tonifying spleen qi.
- CV13 (Shangwan): Located one cun above CV12, CV13 is a powerful point for reducing rebellious stomach qi, and easing nausea and reflux.
- ST21 (Liangmen): Positioned on the lateral side of the abdomen, ST21 supports the spleen and stomach, aiding in digestion and alleviating nausea.
- ST36 (Zusanli): Found below the knee, ST36 is renowned for its ability to tonify qi, strengthen the spleen, and promote healthy digestion.
- LV3 (Taichong): Located on the dorsum of the foot, LV3 assists in promoting the smooth flow of liver qi, relieving stagnation, and supporting digestive function.
- PC6 (Neiguan): Positioned on the inner forearm, PC6 helps alleviate nausea and regulate stomach function.
- Yintang: Located between the eyebrows, Yintang helps to soothe the mind, reduce stress, and alleviate symptoms of nausea and reflux.
Treatment Outcome
After six acupuncture sessions, Sarah experienced noticeable improvements in her gastroparesis symptoms. Her appetite gradually improved, and digestion became more efficient, with reduced instances of nausea and reflux. She reported feeling more energized and experienced an overall sense of well-being.
Acupuncture not only addressed the physical symptoms but also provided emotional support by reducing stress and promoting relaxation. With continued maintenance treatments once a month and lifestyle modifications, Sarah regained control over her digestive health and regained a better quality of life.
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What our Clients are Saying
I can’t express enough gratitude for the positive impact acupuncture has had on my life. For years, I struggled with debilitating gastroparesis symptoms that left me feeling trapped in a cycle of pain and discomfort. Traditional medical treatments provided limited relief, leaving me searching for alternative therapies. That’s when I discovered Raleigh Acupuncture. From my first session, I felt a significant relief. As I continued regular acupuncture sessions, I noticed a remarkable improvement in my gastroparesis symptoms. The chronic nausea, bloating, and stomach pain that once plagued me began to reduce, allowing me to reclaim control over my body and my life. Acupuncture not only provided relief from my symptoms but also helped me feel more balanced and relaxed. I had more energy and focus. Today, thanks to Raleigh Acupuncture, my life is fuller and more vibrant and my gastroparesis is completely manageable. I strongly recommend acupuncture to anyone struggling with similar challenges. It truly is a holistic healing medicine.
Thanks Mark for helping relieve my gastroparesis! The nausea, stomach pain, and reflux were driving me crazy. With your help and dedication I’m feeling so much better. Recommended!
I developed severe abdominal pain following the stomach flu. Three rounds of antibiotics did not help. Neither did an elimination diet. Raleigh Acupuncture got rid of the pain in six treatments! Acupuncture is amazing. And so are they.
My first pregnancy went so easy. So I was surprised when I got so nauseous with my second one. Every smell made me sick and I didn’t want to eat anything. My mom found Raleigh Acupuncture. The practitioner told me it generally took 3 to 6 treatments to stop the nausea. She was right. After 6 treatments I wasn’t nauseous anymore and could eat again without trouble. I’m very pleased and would recommend them to any pregnant woman suffering from nausea.
When I was pregnant 6 weeks I got terrible nausea and vomiting. I could not hold anything down. I started losing weight after two weeks and my doctor put me on medications. But I was still vomiting every day and felt awful. I found Raleigh Acupuncture and they treated me three times. It totally stopped the nausea and vomiting. I stopped my medications, and the rest of my pregnancy had no problems. They said this was an easy thing to treat. I wish I had known about it from the beginning of my pregnancy.
My husband Arthur and I have used Raleigh Acupuncture bi-weekly for at least 4 years, for a variety of treatments, including general well-being. Both of us felt our ailments healed with the treatment. I initially visited for Irritable Bowel Syndrome – and had immediate relief… the practitioners are very professional and learned, and we have every confidence in them. Even though we pay out of pocket, we obviously feel that the acupuncture is worth it. We both highly recommend Raleigh Acupuncture – you won’t regret it!
I have always had a nervous stomach. Some people get headaches, I get stomach aches. It’s always worse with stress and eases up on the weekends when I can relax. I did not think of getting treatment until I stumbled on an article saying how acupuncture was excellent for treating stomach pain. I went to Raleigh Acupuncture and described my condition. They explained why my stomach hurt. It totally made sense to me. It’s all about internal balance. So they went to work on me to get my stomach balanced. And I’m pleased to say that it worked. I no longer have a nervous stomach and stomach pain, even in stressful situations. I’ve made some changes to my diet, based on their recommendations, and took chinese herbs for a while, but don’t need to take them now. I’m convinced that I would have lived with stomach pain for the rest of my life had it not been for acupuncture.
I’m totally afraid of needles, but my wife convinced me to try acupuncture for my IBS. It was really hampering my life. I’d have to go to the bathroom 5 times before leaving for work. Then at work I’d be sitting in a meeting and all of a sudden have to go again. Any type of stress set me off. At first they could only use 2 needles, that’s all I would let them do. But after a few treatments I started relaxing and felt more comfortable with the needles. The effect has been amazing. I’m so much better now. Mornings are easy, no problems at work. It’s hard to believe, because I’ve had this for my entire adult life. Now I just go in for maintenance and have some herbs I take when I need them. Raleigh Acupuncture is a great outfit.
I came back from a trip to the Caribbean with a terrible case of vertigo and nausea. I couldn’t sleep, couldn’t work, couldn’t walk straight. I had this throbbing headache all day long. It was driving me crazy. I tried acupuncture and in three sessions was completely cured! I was so impressed that I had them treat my back pain next. I only wish insurance covered the treatments.
