Can Stress Increase Asthma Symptoms?

Did you know that asthma is one of the most common ailments during summer months, especially in places like Tampa Bay, Florida? With high humidity, pollen and other allergens, it is common for many people to experience an increase in their asthma symptoms. Another common thing that can increase asthma symptoms is stress. Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture & Wellness in Clearwater is discussing how stress can increase asthma symptoms and what you can do to combat it. Have additional questions about asthma? Interested in acupuncture for asthma or any of our other treatment options? Reach out today for your free 15 minute phone consultation.

What Exactly Is Asthma?

Asthma is a condition which is often chronic that can impact a patient’s airways, causing them to become inflamed, swollen, narrow and even produce extra mucus. This can make breathing difficult and when treated improperly, result in death in certain cases. Chest pain, coughing, wheezing and breathing difficulties are all common signs of asthma.

How Does Stress Impact Asthma?

Stress has the amazing ability to impact most every part of our body depending upon the situation and severity, asthma is no different. We recommend trying to implement relaxation and stress-reducing techniques into your day-to-day life. Light exercise, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, eating healthy, enjoying the outdoors with friends, gardening, getting fresh air, soaking in a bit of sunlight (in a healthy way), etc. are all wonderful ways to reduce stress.

How Can Dawn Potter Acupuncture & Wellness Help?

We offer a range of treatment options, from acupuncture and massage to nutritional guidance and supplements. Depending upon your asthma symptoms and other health factors, Dawn can determine the right treatment plan for you.

Schedule Natural Asthma Treatment in Clearwater, Florida Today

Interested in a more natural approach to your Clearwater asthma treatment? Contact us today to get started, we’d be happy to schedule your free 15 minute phone consultation.

Interested In A More Natural “Pain Management” Approach?

Unless you’ve been living underneath a rock the last decade or so, chances are you’ve heard about the “opioid epidemic” that has been raging throughout North America and other parts of the world. The opioid epidemic began due to doctors overprescribing prescription opioid pain medication to people all around the country. These patients often were not properly warned about the addictive nature of these medications, leading to a life of addiction and death for over 1,000,000 people since the epidemic began. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture & Wellness we are proud to offer more natural pain management options in Clearwater, Florida. Have questions about our pain management services? Interested in scheduling an appointment? Contact us today to get started.

Chronic Pain

Chronic pain is often characterized as ongoing pain that lasts for at least 6 months. For many patients, chronic pain is a daily, lifelong problem they deal with. Luckily, acupuncture, herbs, supplements and certain manual therapies can be highly effective in the treatment of chronic pain.

Sports Injuries

When it comes to playing sports, injury can actually be quite common, even for those that aren’t playing a contact sport! From shoulder cuff tears and ankle sprains to disc inflammation and pulled muscles, Dawn Potter Acupuncture & Wellness has a treatment option for you. We offer acupuncture, natural supplements and herbs that can promote healing and reduction of inflammation along with manual therapies such as cupping, massage, etc.

Cumulative Overuse Injuries

Some injuries occur over time as opposed to all at once, things such as tennis elbow, knee arthritis and others may be referred to as “cumulative overuse injuries”. Typically these injuries start as a dull, nagging ache and build into a bigger problem. It is recommended to address the problem in the beginning whenever possible.

How Can We Help?

As mentioned above, we offer acupuncture, herbs, supplements, cupping, massage and a variety of other treatment options that can help with your pain naturally.

Start Natural Pain Management in Clearwater, Florida Today

Ready to get started? Schedule your free 15 minute pain management consultation over the phone today. Dawn Potter Acupuncture & Wellness would be happy to help with any of your Clearwater natural pain management needs.

Strengthening Your Immune System: A Brief Guide

Did you know there are various lifestyle changes that you can make to optimize your overall immune system? Now more than ever, having a healthy immune system is a must. Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida is discussing various ways to improve the immune system. Have questions? Interested in scheduling acupuncture or other treatment options? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture today, we’re happy to answer any questions you may have and are welcoming new patients at our practice.

Kick Tobacco

Do you know that using tobacco can actually inhibit your immune system? We recommend kicking tobacco, whether you smoke it or dip it. Acupuncture can actually be used to aid in tobacco addiction, reach out today for your consultation.

Improve Your Diet

Diet is highly important when it comes to your immune system, we recommend adding lots of healthy fruits and vegetables to your daily diet; and avoid packaged and processed foods as much as possible. Interested in professional help to improve your diet? Schedule an appointment with us today.

Regularly Exercise

Exercise is another highly important part of keeping your immune system at its best. You don’t have to lift weights or do anything crazy, simply adding a daily walk or light yoga can greatly improve how your body feels and operates.

Minimize Alcohol Consumption

If you must consume alcohol, try to minimize it. Wines are a less detrimental drink to select and can actually contain a few antioxidants that may benefit the body in various ways. But remember, alcohol is a toxin to every tissue it touches; it is not a healthy food.

Get Enough Sleep

Did you know that sleep can directly impact your immune system? We recommend at least 8 hours of sleep per night to ensure that your body is as healthy as possible. Getting less sleep can increase stress and cause other negative side effects on the body and the immune system. 

Get Acupuncture

Acupuncture has been shown to regulate immune function. Acupuncture can also reduce the effects of stress on the body, which are known to impact immune system, and to help modulate the immune system malfunctions of auto-immune diseases.

Visit Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater Today

Ready to schedule your appointment with Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater? Reach out today, we’d be happy to get you added to our schedule.