CAM for irritable bowel syndrome
January 16th, 2010
Complementary and alternative medicine is used to treat gastrointestinal disorders. Does it help patients with irritable bowel syndrome?
This study concludes the the use of complementary and alternative medicine for irritable bowel syndrome does not seem to be promising.
Treatment of irritable bowel syndrome using complementary and alternative medicine
J Chin Med Assoc. 2009 Jun;72(6):294-300.
Relatively few complications have been reported from the use of acupuncture. However, acupuncture can cause potentially serious side effects if not delivered properly by a qualified practitioner.
source: NCCAM
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