Allergies and Acupuncture Support
Allergies, including seasonal allergies, hay fever, and sensitivities to dust, mold, pollen, or animal dander, occur when the body reacts strongly to environmental triggers. Symptoms may include congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes, and fatigue. While conventional treatments focus on symptom relief, acupuncture provides a safe, natural, and evidence-informed option to support the body’s defenses and reduce symptoms (Seidman et al., 2015; Brinkhaus et al., 2017).
Understanding Immune Support
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the concept of Wei Qi is similar to the Western idea of the immune system. Wei Qi helps defend the body against environmental triggers. When the body’s defenses are strong, allergic reactions are less frequent and less severe. Weakness in this system may make you more prone to allergies and recurrent colds (Brinkhaus et al., 2017; Chan et al., 2017).
Acupuncture has been shown to modulate immune responses and reduce inflammation, supporting overall immune function and symptom control in allergic conditions (Brinkhaus et al., 2017).
Treatment is always personalized, targeting your unique symptoms and the underlying imbalances that may contribute to allergies. Acupuncture may be combined with supportive therapies such as dietary guidance, herbal medicine, or tuina massage to enhance results.
How Acupuncture can Help
Acupuncture supports allergy relief by:
- Reducing nasal congestion and inflammation associated with allergic rhinitis (Seidman et al., 2015; Brinkhaus et al., 2017).
- Modulating immune system activity and promoting balance (Brinkhaus et al., 2017).
- Improving fatigue and overall-wellbeing (Chan et al., 2017).
Complementing lifestyle measures such as diet, gentle exercise, and stress reduction (Befus et al., 2018).
Practical Tips for Allergy Season
Alongside acupuncture treatments, these strategies can help reduce exposure to allergens:
- Flush your nose with a saline solution or Neti pot
- Include anti-inflammatory foods like omega-3 rich and spicy foods in your diet
- Keep windows closed during high pollen seasons
- Wear a mask during yard or house work
- Avoid hanging clothes outside where they may collect pollen or mold
- Come in for an acupuncture tune-up
Take control of Your Allergies
Acupuncture is a drug-free, safe, and effective approach to relieve allergy symptoms, support immune function, and improve quality of life (Brinkhaus et al., 2017; Seidman et al., 2015; Chan et al., 2017).
If you are ready to reduce allergy symptoms and regain comfort in your daily life, schedule an appointment today at Ageless Acupuncture. Your treatment plan will be customized to your needs and help you feel healthier, more balanced, and better protected throughout the year.
References:
- Seidman, M. D., Gurgel, R. K., Lin, S. Y., Schwartz, S. R., Baroody, F. M., Bonner, J. R., Dawson, D. E., Dykewicz, M. S., Hackell, J. M., Han, J. K., Ishman, S. L., Krouse, H. J., Malekzadeh, S., Mims, J. W., Omole, F. S., Reddy, W. D., Wallace, D. V., Walsh, S. A., Warren, B. E., . . . Nnacheta, L. C. (2015). Clinical Practice Guideline. Otolaryngology, 152(S1), S1-43. https://doi.org/10.1177/0194599814561600
- Brinkhaus, B., Roll, S., Jena, S., Icke, K., Adam, D., Binting, S., Lotz, F., Willich, S. N., & Witt, C. M. (2017). Acupuncture in Patients with Allergic Asthma: A Randomized Pragmatic Trial. The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 23(4), 268–277. https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2016.0357
- Chan, M. W. C., Wu, X. Y., Wu, J. C. Y., Wong, S. Y. S., & Chung, V. C. H. (2017). Safety of Acupuncture: Overview of Systematic reviews. Scientific Reports, 7(1), 3369. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-017-03272-0
