Spastic Colon: Diet Tips & Causes of Bowel Pain

What are the primary causes of spastic colon pain, and how does diet play a role? Avoiding trigger foods is the most effective way to manage bowel spasms and maintain long-term digestive comfort and health.

What Are the Causes of Spastic Colon Pain?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Heather Gloria

Spastic colon, now known as irritable bowel syndrome, affects 58 million Americans and represents one of the most common complaints encountered by doctors, according to the Washington University School of Medicine Section of Colon-Rectal Surgery. Pain is considered one of the cardinal symptoms of spastic colon.

Heather Gloria began writing professionally in 1990. Her work has appeared in several professional and peer-reviewed publications including "Nutrition in Clinical Practice." Gloria earned both a Bachelor of Science in food science and human nutrition from the University of Illinois. She also maintains the "registered dietitian" credential and her professional interests include therapeutic nutrition, preventive medicine and women's health.