Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common digestive conditions. It’s also one of the most frustrating.
For many people, IBS causes daily discomfort, unpredictable flare-ups, and a constant worry about food triggers. If you’ve been told “it’s just IBS” and sent home with little more than a prescription, you may feel stuck without real answers.
At Genesis Integrative Medicine in Manitowoc, WI, under the direction of Terra Hartman, FNP, APNP, RN, FAAMM, we take a different approach. We look beyond the label of IBS to uncover the root causes of your symptoms.
By combining advanced testing, integrative wellness, and personalized therapies, we help patients find relief and regain control over their digestive health.
What Is IBS?
IBS is a chronic digestive disorder that affects the large intestine. Unlike inflammatory bowel diseases, it doesn’t cause visible damage to the intestines. However, it does disrupt quality of life. Symptoms often include:
- Abdominal pain or cramping
- Bloating and excessive gas
- Constipation, diarrhea, or alternating between both
- Mucus in the stool
- Urgency or incomplete bowel movements
While IBS doesn’t increase cancer risk, it can significantly interfere with daily living, travel, and social activities.
Why IBS Develops
IBS is considered a “functional disorder,” meaning it relates to how the gut works rather than a structural disease. Possible triggers include:
- Imbalances in the gut microbiome
- Food sensitivities or intolerances
- Stress or poor nervous system regulation
- Hormonal shifts
- Previous gut infections or antibiotic use
At Genesis, we investigate these factors through detailed lab testing and health history review. Instead of treating only the symptoms, we work to rebalance the entire digestive system.
Our Integrative Approach to IBS Treatment
Your care begins with a comprehensive 90-minute consultation, where family nurse practitioner Terra Hartman listens to your concerns and reviews your medical background. From there, your treatment plan may include:
- Comprehensive stool and food sensitivity testing to identify hidden triggers
- Nutritional guidance with targeted elimination and reintroduction plans
- IV nutrient therapy to replenish depleted vitamins and minerals
- Ozone therapy to reduce inflammation and support immune balance
- Peptide therapy to repair the gut lining and regulate digestion
- Lifestyle coaching for stress reduction, sleep, and sustainable wellness habits
Each plan is fully personalized because no two cases of IBS are exactly alike.
Who Can Benefit From IBS Treatment?
Our integrative IBS program may be right for you if you:
- Experience chronic digestive issues without relief from standard care
- Have tried restrictive diets but still struggle with flare-ups
- Suspect food sensitivities are part of the problem
- Feel anxious about eating out or traveling due to unpredictable symptoms
- Want a natural, whole-body approach instead of long-term medications
Patients often come to us after years of trial and error and finally find clarity and progress.
Why Choose Genesis Integrative Medicine?
Genesis Integrative Medicine provides compassionate, root-cause care for IBS and other digestive conditions. Patients choose us because they know they can expect advanced diagnostic tools and therapies not found in typical GI offices, as well as personalized and thorough care. Under the guidance of family nurse practitioner Terra Hartman, we focus on long-term solutions, not just symptom suppression.
Start Your Path to Digestive Relief
Living with IBS doesn’t have to be your normal. At Genesis Integrative Medicine in Manitowoc, WI, we help patients find real answers and long-lasting relief. Call (920) 304-0249 today to schedule your consultation.
