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Trauma & the Gut: The Hidden Connection

Chronic stress or unresolved trauma can trigger a “frozen” gut response. This can result in symptoms like:

  1. Constipation
  2. Bloating
  3. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  4. Stomach pain
  5. Unexplained digestive issues

But how does this happen—and what can be done to truly heal?

When we experience ongoing emotional stress or trauma, our nervous system enters a constant state of fight, flight, or freeze. This causes a spike in cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone.

Over time, elevated cortisol levels can:

  1. Damage the gut lining
  2. Disrupt healthy digestion
  3. Increase inflammation
  4. Weaken the immune system

It’s not just emotional—it’s physical. Trauma literally reshapes the way your digestive system functions.

Acupuncture: Restoring Balance from Within

This is where acupuncture offers a powerful, natural solution. By calming the nervous system, acupuncture helps regulate the brain-gut connection and allows the body to return to a state of healing.

If you’re seeking acupuncture in Studio City, Burbank, Encino, North Hollywood, or Sherman Oaks, you’re in the right place to start your healing journey.

Benefits of acupuncture for trauma-related gut issues:

  1. Balances cortisol and stress response
  2. Supports smoother digestion
  3. Calms inflammation in the gut
  4. Improves sleep and mood
  5. Enhances parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) function

Acupuncture points like ST36, CV12, and SP6 are commonly used to strengthen digestion while calming the body’s stress response. Each treatment is customized based on your body’s specific needs.

A Whole-Body Approach to Gut Healing

To support gut healing alongside acupuncture, we recommend:

  1. Warm, cooked meals (like bone broth, congee, steamed veggies)
  2. Mindfulness practices (breathing, yoga, grounding walks)
  3. Gentle movement, not intense workouts during flare-ups
  4. Limiting caffeine, alcohol, and processed sugar

Ready to Heal? Your Gut Deserves Peace.

Whether you’re recovering from chronic stress, burnout, or past emotional trauma, acupuncture offers a compassionate way forward.

If you’re looking for acupuncture in Studio City, or nearby areas like Burbank, Encino, North Hollywood, or Sherman Oaks, our experienced practitioners are here to support you with heart-centered, holistic care.

Your story matters. Your healing matters. And it begins by reconnecting with your body—starting with the gut.