In IBS, often the common symptoms such as bloating, or pain can be felt in a direct or localised way. This means with these types of symptoms of pains, it can be clear that they’re originating from the digestive system.
With IBS back pain, this can be often due to what is known as referred pain. How pain in one part of the body can lead to pain in another. For example, the is commonly seen in those with heart issues feeling a pain in their jaw.
In digestive issues such as IBS, this may be due to excess gas being produced and pushing on organs or nerves, resulting in symptoms of pain and discomfort.