TCM views IBS as primarily caused by Liver Qi stagnation and Spleen Qi deficiency, where emotional stress and digestive weakness create intestinal disharmony and symptoms.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), IBS is often caused by Spleen Qi deficiency, Liver Qi stagnation, and Cold or Heat invading the intestines that disrupt digestive harmony. Emotional stress, poor diet, and irregular lifestyle patterns can disturb the digestive system's natural balance, leading to the characteristic symptoms of abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel patterns.
Herbal Medicine: Strengthen Spleen and smooth Liver Qi
Acupuncture: Alleviate pain and balance digestive function
Lifestyle Support: Long-term digestive health and stress management
Acupuncture effectively reduces abdominal pain and improves bowel function in IBS patients (Zhao et al., 2017)
Chinese herbal medicine demonstrates clinical effectiveness through multiple pharmacological mechanisms for IBS treatment (Wang & Li, 2019)
TCM approaches harmonize the gut-brain axis while addressing Liver Qi stagnation and Spleen deficiency patterns underlying IBS symptoms
TCM views IBS as primarily caused by Liver Qi stagnation and Spleen Qi deficiency, where emotional stress and digestive weakness create intestinal disharmony and symptoms.
We provide Spleen-strengthening herbal medicine, Liver-smoothing acupuncture to balance digestive function, and comprehensive lifestyle guidance for emotional and digestive health.
Symptom improvement is often noticed within 3-6 weeks, with progressive digestive balance restoration and reduced abdominal pain and bloating over the treatment course.
Yes, research shows acupuncture effectively reduces IBS symptoms while herbal medicine demonstrates clinical effectiveness through regulation of gut motility and neuroimmune pathways.
Book a comprehensive consultation where we'll assess your IBS patterns, stress levels, and digestive constitution to create a personalised treatment plan.
We combine traditional TCM wisdom with evidence-based approaches, offering holistic treatment that addresses both digestive symptoms and emotional factors affecting the gut-brain connection.
Qin’s Clinic is based on Harley Street in Central London, just a short walk from Oxford Circus and Bond Street stations. We welcome patients from Marylebone, Fitzrovia, Mayfair, and across Greater London.