Irritable bowel syndrome - when the stomach takes control

How physiotherapy and occupational therapy can provide holistic support for irritable bowel syndrome

Flatulence, abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation - many people suffer from functional digestive disorders for which no organic cause can be found. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastroenterological diagnoses - and yet it is more than just a "nervous stomach". This is because the symptoms are often caused by a complex interplay between digestion, the nervous system and psychological stress. This is precisely where a holistic therapeutic approach comes in - with valuable contributions from physiotherapy and occupational therapy.