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Allergic Rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis affects around 10-40% of the population worldwide. It can be either seasonal/intermittent or perennial/persistent. Typical seasonal triggers for allergic rhinitis are pollens, while persistent triggers include animal hair & dust-mites. Episodes of allergic rhinitis produce sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose (& sometimes eyes) & blocked nose as well as interrupted sleep, fatigue & poor concentration. Allergic rhinitis can have significant negative impacts on quality of life & work performance.

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According to the most up to date evidence, acupuncture is an effective treatment for allergic rhinitis. Studies also suggest that acupuncture is safer than current commonly-used medications & may be more cost-effective.

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Acupuncture may help to relieve pain & congestion in people with allergic rhinitis by:

  •  regulating levels of IgE & cytokines, mediators of the allergic reaction to extrinsic allergens

  •  stimulating nerves located in muscles & other tissues, which leads to release of endorphins & other neurohumoral factors, & changes the processing of pain in the brain & spinal cord

  • reducing inflammation, by promoting release of vascular & immunomodulatory factors

  • enhancing natural killer cell activities, & modulating the number & ratio of immune cell types

  • increasing local microcirculation, which aids dispersal of  swelling.

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Mon:  11.30am - 14.30pm

Tues:  12.00pm - 18.30pm

Wed:  09.00am - 17.00pm

Thur:  12.00pm - 19.00pm​​

Fri:      11.30am - 14.30pm. (low cost multi-bed clinic)

The Body Junction

3 Sutherland Avenue

Bexhill-on-Sea

TN39 3LT

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Mon:  11.00am - 14.30pm

Fri:      11.00am - 14.30pm​​

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