IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) is a common, chronic gastrointestinal disorder. It is a painful and debilitating illness that can negatively impact quality of life and affect the sufferer psychologically. In Chinese Medicine, IBS is considered to be related to increased sensitivity of the entire gut; anxiety and stress may also play a major role in triggering IBS.
Natural IBS specialists at London’s GinSen clinics offer a range of natural treatments, including Chinese Medicine herbs and acupuncture for IBS. Our IBS specialists aim to address the root cause while also helping to relieve symptoms.
Chinese Medicine To Support Indigestion & Gut Issues
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been used for indigestion conditions such as IBS for thousands of years and continues to do so today. It works by unblocking energy channels, eliminating internal cold, cold dampness, stress inflammation and cleansing heat toxins from the body. Natural Chinese medicine for IBS works to boost spleen and Kidney Yang energy.
Not sure if your symptoms are IBS-related? You’re not alone – IBS can show up in many forms. At GinSen, we commonly help with:
- Bloating & fullness
- Stomach cramps or pain
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Urgent or incomplete bowel movements
- Gas, burping or excess wind
- Mucus in stool
- Nausea or indigestion
- Stress or food-triggered flare-ups
Our 1:1 consultations help identify if IBS is the cause and create a personalised plan to bring natural, lasting relief.
Diagnosing IBS the TCM way
In TCM, IBS-D (Diarrhoea-Predominant IBS) is seen as frequent, loose, and watery stools, often caused by weakened Spleen Qi and excess dampness. When the Spleen fails to properly transform fluids, digestion becomes sluggish and loose stools occur.
Emotional stress or improper diet can further aggravate this condition. At Ginsen, we identify your IBS-D based on your bowel movement pattern, stool consistency, and accompanying abdominal sensations.
Common signs include:
- Loose or watery stools
- Urgency or discomfort relieved by defecation
- Bloating, fatigue, or heaviness
TCM approach:
- Herbal medicine to strengthen Spleen Qi and reduce dampness
- Acupuncture to regulate digestion and calm the gut
- Moxibustion to warm the abdomen and support digestion
Ready to manage your IBS the TCM way?
In TCM, IBS-C (Constipation-Predominant IBS) is defined as infrequent or difficult bowel movements, often with hard, dry stools. This is usually linked to dryness in the intestines, Qi stagnation, or Spleen deficiency.Emotional stress and lack of fluid or fibre may aggravate symptoms.
At Ginsen, we identify your IBS-C based on your defecation pattern, stool texture, and abdominal tension.
Common signs include:
- Dry, hard, or lumpy stools
- Infrequent or difficult bowel movements
- Bloating or straining
TCM approach:
- Herbal formulas to moisten the intestines and promote movement
- Abdominal acupuncture to stimulate bowel activity
- Cupping therapy to move Qi and relieve tension
Ready to manage your IBS the TCM way?
In TCM, IBS-A/M (Alternating or Mixed Type IBS) often reflect a Liver–Spleen disharmony. Emotional stress can disrupt the flow of Liver Qi, affecting the Spleen’s digestive function and leading to shifting bowel patterns.
At GinSen, we assess IBS-A/M by tracking changes in your bowel movements, abdominal sensations, and emotional triggers.
Common signs include:
- Alternating loose and hard stools
- Unpredictable bowel timing
- Abdominal pain, bloating, or discomfort
- Mood-dependent digestive symptoms
TCM approach:
- Herbal formulas to harmonise Liver and Spleen
- Acupuncture to balance emotions and regulate bowel patterns
- Tuina massage to ease abdominal discomfort and improve flow
Ready to manage your IBS the TCM way?
Unlike medications that only suppress symptoms, our approach helps your body restore digestive balance from the root.
✔️ Safe for All: Gentle, drug-free support for IBS symptoms — safe for pregnant women, sensitive individuals, and those on long-term medication
✔️ Compatible with Western Treatments: No need to stop your current medication — we’ll work around it.
✔️ Evidence-Based:
- Acupuncture is shown to significantly reduce abdominal pain, bloating, and stool irregularities in IBS patients, as a 2024 study showed.
- Chinese herbal medicine helps improve gut motility and regulates the gut-brain axis in IBS, as clinical evidence has shown.
- Studies show TCM can reduce anxiety-related gut symptoms, by addressing nervous system imbalances.
Ready to manage your IBS the TCM way?
GinSen IBS Specialist in London And What To Expect
At GinSen, your journey begins with a personalised 1-on-1 consultation, available both online and in-clinic. These consultations are designed to create a personalised and effective treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.
Our practitioners take a holistic and natural approach, focusing on identifying which organs have become unbalanced and where blockages in the flow of energy (Qi) have occurred as your hormonal environment changes. Your assessment will include looking into:
- Medical History
- Symptoms Analysis
- Observational Diagnosis
- Pulse pattern analysis
- Tongue Diagnosis
- Lifestyle
Chinese Medicine For IBS At GinSen London
“At GinSen we aim to address the root cause of IBS, to alleviate uncomfortable symptoms for immediate and long term relief ”
Tailor-made Holistic approach
GinSen’s IBS specialist in London offer a pioneering approach to Chinese Medicine in conjunction with conventional Western knowledge allows us to offer a range of natural, drug-free traditional treatments to help manage symptoms and cause of indigestion and IBS.
Acupuncture for indigestion works by unblocking energy channels, promoting detox, Yin Yang balance, boosting and strengthening immune system, nutrition and blood circulation.
Cupping and moxibustion help detox the body by unblocking energy channels, improving circulation, and reducing internal inflammation, coldness, and toxin buildup.
Chinese Herbal personalised teas and supplement are target the root cause of the issue you are seeking to address. Free Consultation and International delivery available.
Diet and lifestyle advice is included in GinSen’s treatment plan. It follows the Yin Yang balance principle to maintain and improve health, immune system and overall well being.
WHY CHOOSE GINSEN?
30+ Years Experience
Experienced & certified TCM experts that are members of either the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) or the Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (UK) (ATCM).
Confidentiality
Trust is paramount in our holistic health approach, and confidentiality is key to building and maintaining that trust
Easy access Appointment
24-7 appointment can be booked any time
Speed Of Service
You can expect prompt assistance from our team, with experts contacting you within 48 hours to address your needs.
Our Trusted & Certified Support Team
At GinSen, we’re proud to have built one of the UK’s leading Chinese Medicine team in London, with over 30 years of clinical experience helping individuals and couples on their journey to parenthood.
We offer natural, drug-free treatments tailored to support your inner balance and help you achieve your health goals.
Our unique team brings together highly skilled herbalists, acupuncturists, wellness specialists and massage therapists. All our practitioners are fully qualified and members of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) and the Royal Society of Medicine (RCM).
We’re here to support you – naturally, gently, and effectively.
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Disclaimer & Important Information
We can’t guarantee any treatment results. Symptoms, conditions and results are unpredictable and vary from person to person. treatment lengths and recovery times also vary from person to person. GinSen’s specialists will discuss your care needs before carrying out any treatment. All content on this site is provided as illustrative and for informational purposes only and does not guarantee results.
