Acupuncture is recognized by the WHO for its effectiveness in treating seasonal allergies, asthma and sinusitis.
By regulating the immune system's excessive reaction to allergens (pollen, dust, animal hair), acupuncture helps prevent allergy symptoms ahead of the season by strengthening the body.
The therapeutic strategy is to come 2 to 3 months before the allergy season.
For example, in February and March for pollen, and in June and July for ragweed. A series of 4 treatments, once a week, helps reduce the intensity of symptoms during the allergy season, as well as the use of antihistamines.
In the acute phase, acupuncture helps relieve symptoms (rhinitis, congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes and throat…)
For maintenance, one treatment at the change of season, at the start of autumn and of winter, helps support the immune system and relax the nervous system.
How does it work?
The contemporary view
Today, science recognizes that acupuncture acts on the nervous and immune systems by promoting regulating mechanisms and the transport of substances that can act on inflammation and on the histamine and immune response (IgE)
The classical view
With Balance System Acupuncture, the allergic reaction is seen as an energy imbalance, a poor adaptation of the body to its environment.
So we treat the person with allergies and the symptoms they show, not a specific allergen.
According to meridian theory, it is the Taiyin-Yangming energy axis that comes into contact with allergens. It is the first filter. If it is weakened or very sensitive to certain substances, its functions will be affected, notably the nose, the airways and the skin.