33-year-old Vicki had suffered from tummy aches for many
years. She was diagnosed with IBS when she was 18. Quite often, especially when
she felt anxious or stressed, there was a crampy ache in her abdomen mostly on
the left side. Her stools could be either loose or dry. She would feel
lethargic. She also had cold hands and feet. Since none of the medicines could
help, she decided to try acupuncture. In the first session, I used some points
in her tummy and legs. Moxabustion was combined with needling. She felt very relaxed
after the treatment, and her stomach was calmer. In the second session I used
some points on her back. Again she felt very good. Since then she didn't have a
problem for two months until she took some antibiotics for a leg inflammation.
Her symptoms came back, so she visited me again. I did the same treatment as
last time and she felt better instantly. She was fine for a long time after
this session.
