Chronic Abdominal Pain: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 6 min

Body Area: Abdomen

Overview

Chronic abdominal pain affects approximately 10-15% of adults globally, significantly impacting quality of life. It can be associated with functional gastrointestinal disorders such as IBS, chronic gastritis, or visceral hypersensitivity, often presenting as cramping, bloating, or dull, persistent pain.

While Western medicine addresses abdominal pain through antispasmodics, dietary modification, and sometimes neuromodulators, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views it as a manifestation of Cold-Damp accumulation or Spleen-Stomach Deficiency—where insufficient Qi and Yang fail to warm and nourish the digestive organs. This guide provides evidence-based TCM strategies for chronic abdominal pain relief.