Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Clinic

Irritable bowel syndrome is now a very common condition with many GPs only able to prescribe symptom control without much advice as to how to approach the problem effectively. The symptoms of this condition can be very distressing to the extent that many sufferers avoid social situations due to fear of embarrassment. The symptoms include:

Good digestion is crucial to an individual's health. The aim of the IBS Clinic is to correct the underlying physical problems and nutritional imbalances which lead to IBS, enabling the client to cope much better with stressful situations.







This condition develops as a result of lifestye issues that lead to prolonged periods of stress, such as a death in the family, pressure at work, family demands, relationship difficulties or financial problems.

During this period of stress the body produces adrenaline to increase energy enabling the person to cope with the problems. However, one side effect is to shut down digestion. Over a period of time undigested food passes into the bowel leading to a lack of good bacteria and the development of food intolerances. The nutritional status of the person becomes depleted and they experience tiredness making them more prone to stress.

The role of the clinic is to provide information and resources with which the IBS sufferer can restore their confidence and health.

Following a thorough review of the client's lifestyle and symptoms a physical assessment will reveal the extent of the imbalances that have occurred. This is important for the development of an effective treatment plan.

A variety of treatments are available on the premises. Colonic hydrotherapy is an excellent treatment for constipation. Herbal medicine enables the treatment to be highly individualised, treating nervous conditions along with digestive symptoms in the same remedy. Other treatments include reflexology, hypnotherapy, acupuncture, and massage. These are additional to nutritional advice and supplement recommendations.