Back-to-School: Improving Your Child’s Immune System

Children in Clearwater have not even started attending school again for the year and already we’ve heard of lots of children with colds, asthma, runny noses and other symptoms. Every year when children go back to school, there is a bit of an uptick in illnesses among children. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we take a natural and preventive approach to health and believe that the best treatment option is being prepared! Today, we’re discussing back-to-school illnesses and how you can improve your child’s immune system to avoid these issues. If you find that your child is feeling under the weather, feel free to reach out. We are always happy to help.

Why Do Children Get Sick When Returning to School?

When children return to school they are being exposed to a lot of new things. Other children and whatever germs they may be carrying around for the week, chemicals that have been used in the school, dust that hasn’t been cleaned up all summer, etc. It can be quite a lot for their developing immune systems to handle, often resulting in many children feeling under the weather.

Improving Your Child’s Immune System Naturally

There are numerous ways that you can improve your child’s immune system naturally.

1. We offer nutritional guidance in Clearwater which can help to properly feed your child’s growing body. Eating a healthy diet should always be your first step when attempting to get healthy and improve your immune system.

2. We also offer Chinese herbal medicine in Clearwater which has been used for thousands of years to address ailments and improve the health of patients around the world.

3. Our Clearwater acupuncture treatment can be another wonderful way to boost the immune system and reduce symptoms.

Additionally, getting rest, making sure your child is not stressed and having fun can be another wonderful way to improve your overall physical and mental health.

Schedule Acupuncture for Children in Clearwater, Florida Today

Interested in acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional guidance or any other treatment options at Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater? Feel free to schedule a free discovery call, we are always welcoming new patients and would be happy to discuss how we can help keep your child healthy all school year long.

Acupuncture Treatment & Allergies

Stuffy nose? Watery eyes? Sneezing? Tired of dealing with allergies? Tried medications that just don’t work or cause side effects? Wishing there was a more natural treatment option when it comes to your allergies? At Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we proudly offer acupuncture treatment for allergies in Clearwater, Florida, and would be happy to help with our various treatment options.

We offer acupuncture and other Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments that can help improve your day-to-day allergy symptoms. Have questions about acupuncture, our other treatments for allergies or scheduling an appointment? Feel free to reach out, we would be delighted to answer any questions you may have and can get you added to our schedule for an appointment.

About Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that utilizes tiny, thin needles and specific points on the body. These tiny needles are inserted into specific points that are connected to each other by what are known as “meridians”. It is believed that these pathways help with the flow of qi (chee) in the body. When not properly functioning, this can result in various symptoms and ailments.

Acupuncture for Allergies?

When it comes to the treatment of allergies in the United States, oral medications, nasal sprays, and other treatments are often recommended. While these treatment options can provide temporary relief, they also tend to have side effects. With acupuncture, many patients can improve the effectiveness of these alternative treatment options or even stop them altogether.

Acupuncture treatment for allergies typically involves bi-weekly or weekly appointments over the course of several weeks to months. In some cases, follow-up treatments may be necessary.

Chinese Herbal Medicine for Allergies?

Along with acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and diet may also help those who suffer from allergies. These herbs and dietary changes can impact histamine in the body, resulting in less or no symptoms at all.

Can Massage Improve Allergy Symptoms? 

Massage can improve allergy symptoms. Certain massage techniques can improve lymphatic drainage. This can help to increase waste filtering and removal.

Schedule Allergy Acupuncture Treatment in Clearwater

Interested in starting your acupuncture allergy treatment in Clearwater, Florida? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture today, we’d be happy to provide a free telehealth consultation to discuss allergy treatment and get you added to our schedule for an appointment.

Acupuncture for Asthma?

Are you aware that 7.7 percent of adults and 8.4 percent of children suffer from asthma? That is about 25 million Americans and asthma is still on the rise, becoming more common each passing year. Today we’re discussing asthma and how acupuncture treatment in Clearwater can help. If you have questions or would like to schedule a free telehealth consultation, please contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture.

About Asthma

Asthma is a condition which causes a patient to produce extra mucus, experience swelling, narrowing and inflammation of the airways and have difficulties breathing. Asthma often causes wheezing, coughing and chest pain. Asthma can be a minor hindrance or something that impacts daily activities. Some patients could even have a life-threatening asthma attack. The most common treatments in America are rescue inhalers and controller inhales which can treat or even prevent symptoms. For more severe cases, longer-acting inhalers and steroids may be used.

Asthma Acupuncture?

Acupuncture can be a wonderful treatment for asthma, helping patients to breathe better and avoid attacks. A study that was conducted by the Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care in the University Hospital of Vienna showed the acupuncture can actually reduce the severity and frequency of asthma attacks, with 70% of the patients in the study having a significant improvement following acupuncture treatment.

Starting Acupuncture for Asthma

Interested in starting acupuncture treatment for your asthma in Clearwater? You can contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture to schedule a consultation. During your consultation, Dawn Potter will discuss your health history and determine the best treatment options for your asthma.

Schedule Asthma Acupuncture in Clearwater Today

Think you may need acupuncture for asthma? Schedule your appointment with Dawn Potter Acupuncture today, we are always accepting new patients and would be delighted to add you to our schedule.