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Acupuncture and Allergies
What are allergies?
More than 35 million Americans suffer from allergies. According to Chinese Medical theory, the symptoms and signs that reflect the Western diagnosis of allergies relate to  imbalances in the meridian and organ systems of the body. These underlying imbalances can stem from a variety of causes, including stress, poor diet, constitutional weakness, or environmental toxins and pollutants.
Over time, if these imbalances remain within the body they will affect the functions of the organ systems that are involved in the production of Wei Qi (pronounced “way chee”). In order to sustain a healthy body, it is important to have the correct quality and quantity of Wei Qi circulating through the body via pathways called meridians.
What is Wei Qi?
The Chinese concept of Wei Qi is similar to the Western concept of the immune system. Wei Qi functions to protect and defend the body against foreign invaders that can lead to the common cold and allergies. When Wei Qi is strong and abundant we remain healthy. When the supply becomes inadequate, our health is compromised and we become vulnerable to foreign invaders, such as dust, mold, animal dander, bacteria, viruses, and pollen.
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine support and strengthen the systems of the body that are involved in the production of Wei Qi. By building up the supply and facilitating the smooth and free flow of Wei Qi through the meridian pathways, symptoms and signs that relate to allergies can be reduced and/or eliminate d.
What will an acupuncturist do?
Dr. Hanna will take your complete health history. He will then develop a treatment plan tailored to your specific concerns. The goals of such a plan will be to eliminate visible symptoms and signs while addressing the root causes and underlying imbalances that are affecting the quality and quantity of Wei Qi.
Acupuncture treatments may be combined with herbs, dietary changes, massage, or exercise. Acupuncture is a drug-free, safe, natural, and effective way to eliminate hay fever, allergies, or the common cold. |
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