Tag: lower esophageal sphincter (les)

  • THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR DIGESTIVE DISORDERS

    THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR DIGESTIVE DISORDERS

    Acupuncture is one of the oldest forms of alternative medicine in Chinese history. The philosophy of acupuncture is based on the “Taoist Tradition” where these people meditate and observe the flow of positive energy inside and outside the body. Acupuncture has evolved over the years, but the concept and philosophy remain the same. Acupuncture involves…

  • Electrical Stimulation Therapy For Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

    Electrical Stimulation Therapy For Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

    Electrical stimulation therapy is not a commonly used treatment for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), a condition in which stomach acid backs up into the esophagus causing heartburn and other symptoms. However, some research has shown that electrical stimulation therapy can help to improve the function of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), which is a muscle…