Chiropractic for Spring Allergies

Spring is a wonderful time for most people, but allergy sufferers have a hard time. Allergy reactions become more frequent as pollen from flowers, trees, grasses, and weeds rise into the air, and those carrying allergens such as dust mites and cockroaches become more active. Many people who reach for over-the-counter remedies and prescription drugs to relieve their symptoms are likely to be disappointed in their ineffectiveness and high cost. There is good news, though: chiropractic care has the potential to reduce the symptoms of allergic reactions naturally, such as sneezing, coughing, and swelling. Are you considering chiropractic for your spring allergies? Learn how allergens affect the body and how chiropractic provides natural allergy relief.

What Are the Causes of Spring Allergies?

A runny nose, cough, sneezing and other allergic responses are the body's natural response to get rid of irritants and harmful substances. However, no matter how the allergen was consumed, inhaled, or in contact with the skin, it will trigger an allergic reaction. As a result, the immune system goes into overdrive, activating mast cells. The body produces histamine through these mast cells to combat allergens. In contrast, an excessive amount of histamine in the body, which is part of an allergic response, can cause the blood vessels to dilate, blood pressure to drop and fluids to fill the spaces between cells. This leads to many symptoms emerging, either localized to the contact point or affecting the entire body with severe reactions. A severe reaction can cause symptoms such as itchiness, sneezing, coughing, hives, vomiting, and even death.

Allergy sufferers usually resort to antihistamines and other chemical compositions to relieve their symptoms. Unfortunately, most over-the-counter medications cannot treat the patient's suffering. In addition, prescription medications are frequently accompanied by dangerous side effects such as drowsiness, bloody noses, dehydration, and persistent coughing.

Chiropractic for Allergies

Chiropractic care is a holistic approach to health. A chiropractor's primary focus isn't just to relieve pain in a specific area of the body. When the entire body is adjusted correctly, it improves blood flow, opens the airways for better breathing, quiets the nervous system responses, regulates the immune system, and eliminates pain where necessary. These results work together to reduce histamine production, open nasal passages, and reduce swelling. Additionally, though not caused by allergic reactions, stress on the body can impair immune system function. Chiropractic care can reduce stress, allowing the immune system to function normally, lessening allergic reactions.

Visit Williamsburg Chiropractic for Your Spring Allergies

Schedule an appointment with your local Brooklyn chiropractor if you'd like to try chiropractic care for natural allergy relief. Keeping your allergies in check is part of our commitment to providing you and your family with the best healthcare possible! So let's get started — click here to request an appointment.