it might be how ignorant i am when thinking about accupuncture but i dont see how that could help an obstruction......let alone the idea of how much pain i was in from the few that i had i wouldnt be able to lay there long enough for them to be sticking needles into me. 

It might help reduce the pain, and maybe even relax the gut enough for symptoms to improve. However, I cannot see how it could actually "remove" adhesions for a permanent solution.

I did try acupuncture for neck and other pain due to spinal stenosis. I got a lot of relaxation from the first treatment. But, subsequent treatments were mostly a waste of my time. Some people here have gotten all sorts of good results, but I think it was for pouchitis type pain and functional disorders, not mechanical obstructions.

Jan

I was thinking it may help to relax the bowel so that Iit can untwist itself.  I have triex myofascial release by a massage therapist but it didn't help.  He said he was qualified but I am thinking he just winged it.  Going to see osteopathic doctor for my next try at it. 

Thanks for your input Jan and DG!

I agree with other posters, in that acupuncture would not in and of itself remove a physical obstruction or break up adhesions. However, there may be some benefits from relaxation and pain relief from obstructions or adhesions, especially if this is frequent for you.  

If you are looking for alternative treatments, there is some documented merit in ART massage (active release techniques) in softening or breaking up adhesions, but you would have to find a qualified therapist, particularly one who specializes in abdominal adhesions.

I tried acupuncture for the same reason and I agree with everyone that is good for relaxation does not cure adhesions or scar tissue.  I find that I just have to watch my diet and what I eat. I don't eat anything that is going to cause me pain and chew what I eat very well.

I hope you feel better   Grace