Can Acupuncture Cure Your Allergies?

By Christopher Smith

Acupuncture is Helping People Say Goodbye to Allergies

Our immune systems fight anything that is seen as being out of
place or abnormal. Allergies cause the immune system to react to
substances that aren’t usually a problem for the human body.
This triggers watery eyes, sneezing, wheezing, respiratory
problems, difficulty swallowing and other reactions which can
include the loss of consciousness if the reaction is serious
enough.

Because of these unpleasant reactions along with the
possibility of death that comes with severe allergic reactions,
most people will do everything they can do to stay away from the
things they are allergic to. Simple allergies caused by dust,
pollen and other substances in nature are nearly impossible to
avoid at all times. These have to be treated when exposure
happens.

Ways to Treat Allergies

The number of medications to treat allergies is always growing
and still few treat severe allergies caused by ingesting
allergens, especially food items. Ideally the causes of these
allergies are either avoided entirely or medication is taken
prior to exposure. Remembering to take medications and complete
abstinence from favored foods often does not occur.

Acupuncture has been shown to have remarkable results in
reducing allergies in allergy sufferers. This ancient Chinese
practice works by using thin needles into specific points in the
body to stimulate specific body systems.

Allergens are in the environment and will remain a threat;
allergies are not curable and can only be held at bay for so
long with one acupuncture treatment. Acupuncture may be required
on an ongoing basis to control allergies. These treatments are
for temporary relief and not for a cure; you will need to
continue acupuncture as a form of relief as long as you continue
to be exposed to allergens. Continued treatments will not cause
the immune system to become tolerant and stop triggering
allergic reactions when you are exposed to allergens.

Is Acupuncture Painful?

Some people are worried that acupuncture may be a painful way
to treat allergies because of the needles that are involved. The
good news is that this treatment doesn’t hurt. People who have a
fear of needles can close their eyes during a session, which is
often relaxing, and the therapist does the work while you relax
and reap the benefits.

Tips for Those Who Choose to Use Acupuncture for Allergies

Acupuncture is a highly skilled treatment that requires needles
to be placed in an exact area and to be moved in a highly
specific way. Only experienced, trained acupuncturists who are
certified to administer this treatment should treat your
allergies with acupuncture. You should never trust an amateur to
administer treatment. Viewing credentials of these who offer
these treatments for your allergies is an important way to
protect your health.

If you suffer from allergies, acupuncture may hold the cure for
you. Its important of course that you check with a qualified
acupuncturist so as not to put yourself at risk. You may walk
away with not only your allergies still intact, but with even
more problems.

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