Acupuncture for Reflux and Heartburn: How Pulse Assessment Guides Treatment
Reflux and heartburn can turn meals into a source of discomfort. Many people in London rely on antacids or acid-reducing medication for temporary relief, but persistent symptoms often indicate underlying digestive imbalance.
Pulse assessment and acupuncture offer a natural approach by identifying the root causes and helping the digestive system function smoothly again.
Understanding Reflux and Heartburn
Heartburn is commonly seen as excess stomach acid, but from a holistic perspective, it reflects imbalance in the Stomach, Spleen, Liver, and sometimes Kidney systems.
Common patterns include:
Stomach heat or excess, leading to burning sensations and acid reflux
Stomach Qi rebellion, causing nausea and upward flow of digestive energy
Spleen Qi deficiency, weakening control over stomach fluids
Liver Qi stagnation, often stress-related, disrupting digestion
Damp-heat accumulation, causing bloating, heaviness, and inflammation
Identifying the correct pattern is essential for long-term relief rather than symptom suppression alone.
How Pulse Assessment Guides Treatment
Pulse assessment evaluates the body’s energy and organ function in real time. By reading the pulse at the wrist, subtle digestive imbalances can be detected before they become severe.
For example:
Rapid, full pulse: Stomach heat causing burning sensations
Wiry pulse: Stress-related Liver Qi stagnation
Weak, soft pulse: Spleen Qi deficiency affecting digestion
Slippery pulse: Damp-heat or fluid accumulation
This detailed insight allows acupuncture to be personalised, targeting the root cause of reflux and heartburn.
Acupuncture and Lifestyle Support for Relief
Acupuncture restores digestive balance, improves circulation, and calms the nervous system. Benefits include:
Reducing acid reflux and burning sensations
Strengthening Stomach and Spleen Qi
Easing stress-related digestive disruption
Clearing dampness or inflammation
Supporting nutrient absorption and overall digestive comfort
Dietary guidance and lifestyle recommendations complement acupuncture, helping maintain long-term gut health.
A 40-year-old patient experienced frequent heartburn and nausea after meals. Medication provided only temporary relief.
Pulse assessment revealed Stomach heat, weak Spleen Qi, and mild Liver Qi stagnation from stress.
Treatment focused on regulating Stomach Qi, clearing heat, and strengthening Spleen function.
After four sessions, heartburn and nausea were significantly reduced, and within six weeks, digestion became more balanced with fewer flare-ups.
Reflux and heartburn often reflect deeper digestive imbalance. Pulse assessment and acupuncture provide a natural, personalised approach to identify the root cause, restore digestive harmony, and reduce reliance on medication.
If you experience frequent reflux or heartburn, book a consultation today to explore how pulse assessment and acupuncture can restore your digestive balance naturally.
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