Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus. This can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, a whistling sound (wheezing) when you breathe out and shortness of breath.
For some people, asthma is a minor nuisance. For others, it can be a major problem that interferes with daily activities and may lead to a life-threatening asthma attack.
Asthma can't be cured, but its symptoms can be controlled. Because asthma often changes over time, it's important that you work with your doctor to track your signs and symptoms and adjust your treatment as needed.
What Does Asthma Feel Like?
Asthma is marked by inflammation of the bronchial tubes, with extra sticky secretions inside the tubes. People with asthma have symptoms when the airways tighten, inflame, or fill with mucus.
There are three major signs of asthma:
Airway blockage. When you breathe as usual, the bands of muscle around your airways are relaxed, and air moves freely. But when you have asthma, the muscles tighten. It’s harder for air to pass through.
Inflammation. Asthma causes red, swollen bronchial tubes in your lungs. This inflammation can damage your lungs. Treating this is key to managing asthma in the long run.
Airway irritability. People with asthma have sensitive airways that tend to overreact and narrow when they come into contact with even slight triggers.
Chiropractic Care for Asthma Symptoms
Additionally, regular chiropractic visits can boost the immune system which will decrease chances of colds or respiratory infections that can exacerbate asthma attacks, proving that the benefits of chiropractic are indeed vast.
Studies have shown that chiropractic is extremely beneficial for those who suffer from asthma symptoms. In one study, a 4-year-old boy had been under chiropractic care for just one month and saw significant improvements in his asthma symptoms. Another study found that an 19-year-old boy with spinal subluxations had a decrease in symptoms after chiropractic adjustments to remove subluxations. If you are tired of living life around your asthma, contact a chiropractor near you to learn how chiropractic can improve your overall health and quality of life.
