Asthma Treatment
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a disease of the upper airways characterized by shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, and coughing.
It is triggered by allergies. Mast cells, which line the nose, throat and respiratory track, can release histamine. Histamine causes mucous membrane to secrete. The result is always hypersensitivity and constriction.
- Pollen, molds, dust, dust mites, animal dander, foods, and chemicals
- Dyes and preservative in foods
- Pesticides, perfumes, cigarette smoke, wood smoke, and chemicals in disinfectants, and laundry products
- A preservative in asthma medications and propellants in inhalers
What tests are used in defining my condition?
- Medical Environmental History and Physical
- Laboratory Analysis
- Pulmonary Function Test, Methacholine Challenge, and Exercise Challenge
- Allergy Skin Testing
- X-Rays or Themography of Sinus
Asthma is Reversible
Johnson Medical Associates uses natural alternatives to achieve treatment success.
- Immunotheraphy
- Environmental controls
- Nutritional supplements
- Dietary Manipulation
- Exercises to strength chest muscles
- Posturing to increase movement of mucous secretions
- Relaxation techniques
- Emotional and psychological support
- Peak flow monitoring
- Outdoor activities structured around peak pollen and mold time
- Asthma medications
- Follow-up with physician
OUR GOAL IS TO MINIMIZE THE EFFECT OF ASTHMA WHILE MAXIMIZING RESULTS FOR OPTIMAL LIVING.
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