Allergy Relief
Acupuncture & Allergy Relief
Seasonal allergies or year-round suffering can greatly benefit from acupuncture or herbal medicine.
chronic runny nose, watery eyes and sinus congestion take their toll on your well being
According to Chinese medical theory, the symptoms and signs that indicate a modern diagnosis of allergies relate to imbalances in the meridian and Organ Systems of the body. These imbalances may stem from a variety of causes, including stress, diet, constitutional weakness, pollutants and environmental toxins.
Over time, if imbalances remain within the body, they will affect the functions of the overall circulation and internal function. Some of our systems are involved in the fluid metabolism, immune function and protective defenses of our body. When viewed from the lens of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, it is important to have these intertwined systems functioning properly to avoid symptoms building up and causing seasonal or chronic allergies.
Defending the body -vs- chronic inflammation?
Acupuncture views the systems of the body that provide protection and defense to our system similar to the Western concept of the immune system. These systems function to protect and defend the body against foreign substances, that if not caught can lead to sickness or allergies. When our defense is strong and abundant, we remain healthy. When the various factors create instability in our defensive systems,, health is compromised and we become vulnerable to foreign invaders such as dust, mold, animal dander, bacteria, viruses and pollen. These imbalances can create a heightened reaction within our defensive systems that even reasonable amounts of exposure trigger large groupings of symptoms.
Acupuncture will support and strengthen the systems of the body that are involved in our body’s natural defenses. By harmonizing these systems, and facilitating the smooth and free flow of circulation through the body, symptoms and signs related to allergies can be greatly reduced or eliminated.
What will an acupuncturist do?
An acupuncturist will conduct a thorough exam, taking a complete health history. They will then develop a unique treatment plan that will address your specific concerns. The goals of the treatment plan will be to eliminate visible symptoms and signs, while addressing the root causes and underlying imbalances in hopes of eliminating chronic allergies.
Acupuncture treatments may be combined with herbs and dietary changes. All of these therapies accelerate the healing process in order to balance, build, and support the body’s circulation. Acupuncture provides a drug-free, safe, natural and effective way to eliminate hay fever, allergies or the common cold.