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Gastritis can be defined as the inflammation and irritation of the lining of the stomach. Symptoms of gastritis can include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, a burning sensation in the stomach, and black stools. Symptoms vary greatly between gastritis sufferers; in fact, some patients do not experience any of the warning signs of gastritis.

There are two types of gastritis: acute (which occurs suddenly) and chronic (which develops over time). The major causes of gastritis are excessive consumption of alcohol or the long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Other gastritis triggers include:

• Pernicious anemia, a type of anemia resulting from the lack of a naturally occurring substance required for absorbing and digesting the vitamin B12;
• Bile reflux, in which there is a backflow of bile into the stomach from the tract that connects the gallbladder and liver; and
• Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), a bacterium that is found in the lining of the stomach.

Chinese Medicine and Gastritis

Acupuncturists view the body from the Chinese medical perspective, which is different from the Western medical tradition in that it does not focus on the underlying cause of symptoms. Instead, acupuncturists and other Chinese medical practitioners are concerned with the overall harmony of the body’s systems. Acupuncture works by bringing the body back to a natural, healthy state of balance in order to reestablish health.

The body possesses a life force known as ‘Qi’ that runs throughout the body on interconnected channels called meridians. This life force is made up of two opposing forces, Yin and Yang, which must remain in balance in order to maintain health.

With acupuncture, each patient’s specific condition is evaluated on an individual basis to determine the best course of action. For example, traditional Chinese medicine may diagnose a case of gastritis as a deficiency in the stomach’s Yin; in this case, acupuncture points would be selected in order to rebalance the Yin and Yang of the stomach. The process involves the insertion of very fine needles into specific points on the patient’s body in order to stimulate the flow of Qi.

From a Western perspective, acupuncture is a healthy, holistic treatment that can be used in conjunction with conventional medical therapy to help alleviate the unpleasant symptoms of gastritis.

Acupuncture for Gastritis at Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation Center

It’s important to choose wisely when selecting an acupuncturist. Our Red Bank, NJ office makes this process easy by employing only New Jersey Certified Acupuncturists. Please contact our Monmouth County rehabilitation center to learn more about how acupuncture can help your gastritis and other health concerns.

Our office also offers chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage therapy, and other modalities to ensure that all patients can access the healthiest holistic options to maintain health.