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Asthma, Emphysema and Bronchitis
There is an intimate connection between the spinal column, the
nervous system and the breathing apparatus. Those with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema
or other chronic lung conditions need to ensure their lungs and bronchi are receiving
uninterrupted nerve communication from their spines.
Asthmatic Attack
| During an asthmatic attack the bronchioles in the
lung become swollen, go into spasms, and fill with mucus. Asthmatics feel as if
they're being strangled, struggling for each breath. Attacks may be triggered by
allergic reactions, but they may also be set off by emotional stress, physical exertion or
irritants like cigarette smoke. |
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Bronchitis
In chronic bronchitis, there is increased
mucous secretion in the trachea and bronchial tubes which causes a mucous cough or
"smokers cough". Cigarette smoke is the condition's most important single
cause. Other causes include air pollution, exposure to chemicals, dust in the
workplace, low resistance to disease and advanced age.
Emphysema
In chronic emphysema the airflow through many of the
bronchioles is obstructed, the lung tissue itself is destroyed, and the airways
collapse. Chronic emphysema is usually associated with long-term smoking. With
less lung, the blood gets less oxygen, and this can cause high blood pressure, which can
overload the right side of the heart and cause right heart failure. People with
chronic emphysema can suffer for years from severe hypoxia (air hunger) and hypercania
(too much carbon dioxide in the blood). These conditions cause lethargy, muscle
weakness, impairment of mental function and, in severe cases, a slow death. |
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The Medical
Approach...
The standard medical approach offers no cure for asthma,
bronchitis, or emphysema. Patients are told to avoid physical or emotional irritants
and given temporary relief with drugs like cortisone and other steroids, and
bronchodilator inhalers. These drugs may cause severe side effects and addiction.
The Chiropractic Approach...
Chiropractic's success with asthmatics is well documented, yet its
purpose is not to treat respiratory disease. The chiropractor's primary aim is to
remove nerve interference or spinal stress. Clinical histories have shown reports
such as a 6 year old boy who had asthma since age 3 and was using inhalers up to 3 times a
day, benefiting from chiropractic treatment. This boy received adjustments to the
cervical, thoracic, and lumbar areas. He now runs during soccer games and sleeps
more soundly. He hardly ever has bouts with mucous clogged nasal passages and has
stopped the use of inhalants.
The fact that nearly half of all children with asthma will become symptom free before they
become adults demonstrates that the body's natural healing ability does affect the course
of the disease.
Many suffers of respiratory problems have discovered an alternative to conventional
medical bronchodilators, expectorants and corticosteroids. Chiropractic is the only
healing art that can free people from vertebral subluxations. Relieved of this
stress, the patient will be in a better position to heal themselves.
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