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I was treated with acupuncture several years ago and it was a very positive experience for me. I find it to be a very good alternative therapy. Not only did it help my gut, but it helped my overall well-being. 
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All I have to say is that the person who is treating you makes a huge difference in the results. If anyone has ever had neck pain and went for a massage, isnt it true that some therapists will help a lot and others will not. Its the same thing here. Just wanted to share so that others may give it a try and be helped by it too.
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Just remember, for every study found, while surfing the net, stating that it doesn't work, I can find as many more studies that say it does work. Studies are just that...studies. And it's all in what you are looking to prove or disprove.
The most important thing for you, is that it worked. From your personal experience, it worked for you and that is the most important thing. And it is wonderful for you to share that so others may decide to give it a try. It is all about personal choice.
All the other stuff, I just ignore and move on. Hope that helps!
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The fact is, apparently we are all different to a great extent and what works for some does not work for others. This seems to be a very individual illness.
Cheers.
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ibs-d (pseudo)with pain and bloating
Edited by capricorn1942 (02/19/11 09:27 AM)
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Acupuncture is something that so many people have great results for with so many things...and then other people don't get the same results for the same things.
I think the acupuncturist you see makes a huge difference, and if someone has the time/money to try this route the best part is it can't hurt. At worst, acupuncture usually leaves people feeling very relaxed, which is a great thing for IBS.
I think this is an area of treatment that's hard to judge by clinical studies alone. There are just too many variations in how people react and how effective individual practitioners are. It's just not like a drug you can study where it doesn't matter who gives it or how. With acupuncture it's all about the doctors - they actually kind of are the treatment.
I'd hate to discourage someone from trying this route if they're interested. Insurance covers it for a lot of folks, and there just isn't any risk of side effects or bad results. Worse case is it won't help your IBS, best case is it just might.
XXOO
Heather
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Thanks Heather for responding to my email and agreeing!
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I am glad that acupuncture has worked for you. I am currently receiving acupuncture treatments for migraines. So far I have had a very positive experience. Have had four sessions and in 5 weeks I have only had one migraine. This is a big improvement for me since before the acupuncture I was getting a migraine once a week and each headache was lasting 3 days.
If you have insurance or the money it is worth a try.
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Janey
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