Studies have shown many digestive problems respond very well to acupuncture and chinese medicine.

The Spleen needs to be somewhat moist in order to function well, but if it becomes deficient in Chi, it will become overwhelmed by moisture, and a pathological condition of Dampness (or Damp Heat) can settle into the body. The Stomach, on the other hand, needs to be on the dry side to function well, and when its balance is upset, it can easily overheat, and a painful condition of Stomach Fire can develop. Other organs, especially the Liver, can also contribute to gastro-intestinal distress.  Chinese medicine commonly uses acupuncture, herbal medicine, and moxibustion. When applied properly, these modalities balance Yin and Yang, harmonize Chi and Blood, nourish the organs, and eliminate Damp Heat.
Conditions which respond well to acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal medicine include:

    * gastrointestinal infections such as virus infections from rotavirus
    * bacterial infections from salmonella, shigella or escherichia coli
    * inflammatory diseases such as chronic gastritis, atrophic gastritis, chronic enteritis, and gastroenteritis
    * peptic ulcers such as duodenal ulcer and gastric ulcer
    * circulation problems in the gastrointestinal system such as gastrointestinal tract bleeding and intestinal cramps
    * gastrointestinal tumors such as stomach cancer, tumors of the small intestine, or colon cancer
    * inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease
    * and other conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome and short bowel syndrome.