Acupuncture works to complement Western Medicine and can be a successful treatment for respiratory conditions. Our Acupuncture is performed by placing needles in the patient’s skin at specific points on their body.
The stimulation of these points, which can include different types of needles such as solid needles or filiform needles, releases endorphins that help manage pain and regulate the immune system. Acupuncture for respiratory conditions have been found to improve the quality of life for patients with asthma and COPD.
In the United States, China, and other countries where acupuncture has been popularized, acupuncture is used often to help treat chronic respiratory conditions such as asthma. The World Health Organization states that “acupuncture has been shown to be a safe and effective treatment option for patients with asthma,” and that it can relieve asthma attacks by up to 55% in a six-week period.
The lungs play a crucial role in our lives. In fact, without them, we cannot exist. There are nearly 200,000 people dying from respiratory disease in the United States alone every year.
Chronic and acute respiratory diseases, ranging from the flu to emphysema, are all involved in respiratory diseases. Several of these diseases can be prevented, but others are unavoidable because of things such as genetics. The human respiratory system consists of the lungs, the bronchi, the trachea, and other structures. It helps provide oxygen to the body’s cells.
Acupuncture for Respiratory: Easing Respiratory Issues with Acupuncture
With more than two million people in the US suffering from chronic respiratory conditions, acupuncture offers a natural alternative to standard treatment methods. This type of treatment is not only safe and non-invasive but has also been shown to be effective in treating many respiratory problems.
Some of these conditions include asthma, bronchitis, COPD, sore throat, sinusitis, and nasal congestion.
Acupuncture can help reduce inflammation, ease breathing difficulties, improve lung function, relieve pain, and even prevent or treat sleep disorders that are associated with some types of respiratory disease.
Asthma:
Asthma is a respiratory disease that is characterized by chronic airway obstruction. The airways are made of small tubes that carry the air in and out of the body. These tubes are surrounded by muscles. When these muscles contract, they tighten the tubes which makes it harder to breathe.
Asthma is a chronic condition characterized by inflammation of the airways, making breathing difficult because of an overactive immune system.
Asthma can be caused by various factors including allergens and irritants such as smoke and pollution.
Sinusitis Treatment:
Sinusitis is a chronic inflammation of the membranes of the nose and sinuses. Sinusitis is usually caused by a virus or bacteria.
When the sinuses become infected, it prevents them from draining properly which causes a buildup of mucus in the nose and sinuses.
Symptoms include nasal congestion, watery eyes, cough, fever, headaches, and pain in the face. Most cases can be treated by taking antibiotics with anti-inflammatories.
Nasal Congestion:
Nasal congestion is the sensation of nasal obstruction, erythema and edema. It can be caused by a multitude of conditions such as allergies, sinusitis, obstructive sleep apnea, and production of excess mucus in response to an infection or environmental factors such as smog or allergens.
It also occurs more commonly in people with asthma or cystic fibrosis. It is a common symptom of allergies and colds.
In conclusion, acupuncture treatment is a more affordable alternative for managing respiratory conditions. Patients of acupuncture treatment do not experience the side effects that are associated with the use of medication. Acupuncture treatments are an effective, affordable, and safe option for patients who suffer from asthma, bronchitis, sore throat, sinusitis, and nasal congestion. Each patient receives an individualized treatment plan tailored to their specific needs by qualified acupuncturists.