IBS Or Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a prevalent digestive disorder affecting up to one in five individuals in the UK at some point in their lives. Characterised by symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits, IBS can significantly impact daily activities and overall quality of life.

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Understanding IBS

IBS is a functional gastrointestinal disorder, meaning that while the structure of the gut appears normal, its function is impaired. Common symptoms include:

Abdominal Discomfort Or Pain - Often described as cramping, which may be alleviated after passing stools or wind.
Bloating - A sensation of fullness or swelling in the abdomen.
Altered Bowel Habits - Episodes of diarrhoea, constipation, or a combination of both.

These symptoms can vary in intensity and may be triggered by factors such as stress, certain foods, or hormonal changes.

Hypnotherapy: A Recognised Approach To Managing IBS

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends hypnotherapy as a treatment option for IBS, particularly when conventional methods have not provided relief.

Moreover, NHS consultant Peter Whorrell has conducted research suggesting that Cognitive Hypnotherapy is the most effective treatment for IBS.

Hypnotherapy aims to promote relaxation, reduce gut-focused anxiety, and alter negative patterns of thinking, which can help alleviate IBS symptoms.

How The Clerkenwell Group Can Assist You

At The Clerkenwell Group, located in the heart of London, our team of qualified hypnotherapists specialises in providing personalised treatment plans for individuals suffering from IBS.

Our approach includes:

Tailored Hypnotherapy Sessions - We design our sessions to address your specific symptoms and triggers, helping to manage and reduce the impact of IBS on your life.
Stress Management Techniques - We will incorporate strategies to help you cope with stress, which is often a significant factor in IBS flare-ups. Ongoing Support - We’ll provide guidance and resources to empower you in managing your condition effectively.

Our therapists are committed to helping you achieve a better quality of life through evidence-based practices.

Take The First Step Towards Relief

Living with IBS can be challenging, but you don't have to navigate it alone.

Please contact our friendly team at The Clerkenwell Group today to schedule a free 15-minute telephone consultation. Let us support you on your journey towards managing IBS effectively and improving your overall well-being.

What is irritable bowel syndrome?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional disorder of the gut (including the bowels). This means that whilst there is no abnormality to the structure of the gut, it doesn’t function properly. As many as 1 in 5 people develop IBS in the UK at some stage in their life. It can affect you at any age but commonly develops in teenagers and young adults. IBS is also twice as common in women as in men.

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The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome

Intermittent pain or discomfort in various parts of the abdomen of varying degrees from mild to severe:

The length of time for bouts of pain may vary

Pain often eases when you pass stools (motions or faeces) or wind

The pain is said to feel like colic or a spasm

Bloating or swelling of the abdomen

Passing more wind than usual

Bouts of diarrhoea or constipation

Alternate bouts of diarrhoea and constipation

Small pellet-like stools, or watery or ‘ribbony’ stools.

Mucus may be mixed with the stools

You may not feel like you’re ‘finished’ after going to the toilet

You may experience ‘urgency’, or needing the toilet very quickly

Other symptoms include:

Nausea

Headache

Belching

Tiredness

Backache

Muscle pains

Feeling quickly full after eating

Heartburn

Bladder symptoms (an associated irritable bladder)

Some sufferers of irritable bowel syndrome only experience occasional and mild symptoms, whereas others suffer unpleasant symptoms for long periods of time. Many people are somewhere in between, experiencing flare-ups of symptoms at various times.

Often, doctors will group people suffering from IBS into one of three categories:

People who experience abdominal pain/discomfort with other symptoms mainly consisting of bloating and constipation

People who experience abdominal pain/discomfort with other symptoms mainly consisting of urgency to get to the toilet and diarrhoea

People who alternate between constipation and diarrhoea

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