CLINICAL hypnotherapist Michael Mahoney, who is based at the Guardian Medical Centre, Warrington, is leading the fight against irritable bowel syndrome.

His IBS Audio Program 100 is a self help home use audio programme for all variations of IBS, a debilitating digestive condition affecting up to one in five of the population at some time.

Michael is a member of the Primary Care Society for Gastroenterology. His programme was initially developed for patients who were too sick to attend his practice.

Symptoms of IBS include diahorrea, pain, stomach distension, constipation and nausea.

Michael's programme is used by sufferers in 17 countries. It is being used in in patient trails in America and also in other studies.

Said Michael. "Clearly we are making progress. Medical professionals are using my services, a major drug company has a link to my website and with research beginning in the USA and top doctors there aware of my programme and its effectiveness, it spells good news for the IBS sufferer."

Michael is also planning a support group. Anyone interested should contact him on 01925 658322. His website is www.healthyaudio.com