Natural Support for Gallbladder Health
Gallstones and gallbladder discomfort can cause awful pain. Sometimes, it's uncomfortable bloating or digestive distress, and sometimes, it's a medical emergency. Whilst acupuncture won't remove your gallstones, it can support your body's innate healing to improve liver and gallbladder function while reducing pain and improving digestion.
Natural Support for Gallbladder Health
Gallstones and gallbladder discomfort can cause pain, bloating, and digestive distress. While acupuncture doesn’t remove gallstones, it can support liver and gallbladder function, reduce pain, and improve digestion.
Common Gallstone Symptoms
- Pain in the stomach or back (often upper right quadrant)
- Nausea, which is particularly bad after fatty or unhealthy meals
- Indigestion and bloating
- Episodes of sharp, or cramping, pain
How Acupuncture Helps
- Works on relaxing muscle tightness and spasms to reduce pain
- Supports healthy bile flow, allowing for better digestion and more comfortable eating
- Reduced nausea and bloating
- Calms inflammation and stress
As soon as I spent a little while with Josh, I knew that I had chosen the right acupuncturist for me! Josh is a good listener and has the elusive emotional intelligence that sets him apart.
— Allie
What to Expect
- Gentle but targeted acupuncture treatments to support the gallbladder and liver meridians (and hence organs)
- Holistic assessment of your health, including a deep dive into digestion, diet, and stress
- Supportive care, not to replace, but to complement your medical treatment plan
