T/CAAM 0002-2023 Evidence-based guidelines of clinical practice with acupuncture—Irritable bowel syndrome

Scope

The treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with acupuncture should be based on the main symptoms that most trouble patients, and symptomatic treatment should be carried out on the basis of clear classification and etiology. The general principle is to harmonize the viscera and stop pain, and regulate the gastrointestinal function.
Acupuncture treatment for irritable bowel syndrome should be intervened early, which can shorten the course of the disease, alleviate symptoms, improve the prognosis and quality of life of patients. Treatment should be carried out on a long-term basis to avoid recurrence of the disease. According to the main symptoms and severity of the disease, combined with traditional Chinese medicine, Western medicine, dietary advice, etc., comprehensive treatment can be carried out.

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