Allergies

Acupuncture is an effective treatment for allergic rhinitis for symptoms including:

• sneezing,

• itchy nose and eyes,

• runny or blocked nose

• interrupted sleep.

• In allergic rhinitis, the immune system incorrectly identifies some harmless irritants as a threat and creates immune targets (IgEs) against each perceived allergen.  This activates cells to create inflammation and allergy symptoms.

• Once inflamed the hypersensitive nose will then react to a whole host of irritants such as pollen, perfume, smoke, and temperature or humidity changes.  Long term stress can disturb immune self regulation and make allergic disorders more likely.

• By reducing IgE levels, immune-mediated inflammation, and stress, acupuncture is an effective and safe intervention for allergic rhinitis and can help with symptom relief, quality of life improvement, reducing medication usage, and increasing overall well being.