Ibs on TCMGeo — Integrative Medicine Knowledge Basehttps://tcmgeo.com/tags/ibs/Recent content in Ibs on TCMGeo — Integrative Medicine Knowledge BaseHugoen-usMon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guidehttps://tcmgeo.com/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000https://tcmgeo.com/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome/<h1 id="irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs-tcm-acupuncture-points--herbal-relief-guide">Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): TCM Acupuncture Points &amp; Herbal Relief Guide</h1> <p><strong>Updated:</strong> June 22, 2026<br> <strong>Reviewed by:</strong> Dr. Li Wei, DACM<br> <strong>Reading Time:</strong> 8 min<br> <strong>Body Area:</strong> Abdomen / Digestive System</p> <hr> <h2 id="overview">Overview</h2> <p>Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common disorders of gut-brain interaction, affecting approximately 4–10% of the global population. Characterized by recurrent abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits—ranging from diarrhea (IBS-D) to constipation (IBS-C) or mixed patterns—IBS significantly diminishes quality of life and drives substantial healthcare costs. Anxiety and depression frequently accompany IBS, creating a vicious cycle that worsens symptoms.</p>