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Clinical Trial
. 1997 Sep-Oct;44(17):1328-30.

The role of acupuncture in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a pilot study

J Chan  1 , I Carr, J F Mayberry
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  • PMID: 9356848
Clinical Trial

The role of acupuncture in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a pilot study

J Chan et al. Hepatogastroenterology. 1997 Sep-Oct.

Abstract

Background/aims: The aim of this pilot study was to investigate the potential value of acupuncture in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Methodology: The study was an open design study of 7 patients with established irritable bowel syndrome in which assessment was by a diary card.

Results: The results showed a significant improvement both in general well-being and in symptoms of bloating.

Conclusions: Acupuncture seems to be effective in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and merits further study.

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