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    do you suffer with Sinus Trouble?

    If you suffer from sinusitis, rhinitis or other respiratory problems, you should make a visit to a chiropractor for help.

    Call Erie Chiropractic Clinic today.

    Symptoms

    There can be too much of a good thing. When mucus fills the sinus linings the condition is called sinusitis (when it only involves the nose or throat it's called rhinitis and may mimic a cold).

    Sinusitis is not very rare; it often occurs when you have a cold and clears up when the cold ends. But if the drainage is blocked, pressure increases and can cause pain, discomfort, headache and swelling around your eyes and ears; a dull ache in the cheekbones; pain in the teeth or jaw; increased nasal secretions; chills; fever; dizziness; loss of appetite; photophobia (sensitivity to light); bad breath; a general "yucky" feeling; even depression.

    Causes Of Sinusitis And Rhinitis

    Anything that irritates the sensitive mucous membranes can be a contributing factor to sinusitis (or rhinitis): dust, mold or pollen; fumes; viri or bacteria; and hot or dry air in buildings.

    Allergy sufferers often have sinus symptoms because many allergens first irritate the nasal
    passages. less common causes of sinusitis are bony growths, nasal polyps, deviated septum,
    facial injuries, tumors or diseases of the upper teeth.

    The Orthodox Medical Approach

    Standard medical treatment for sinusitis and rhinitis are the promotion of drainage and treatment with decongestants, antibiotics and antihistamines. Drugstores are filled with all kinds of sinus remedies. That approach is controversial for while drugs may alleviate nasal stuffiness, they have limited effects on the sinuses and can cause side effects in some individuals such as insomnia, nervousness and high blood pressure. Antihistamines can cause drowsiness and there is disagreement regarding their efficacy.

    Robert Ivker, DO, writes: Oral 'cold tablets' containing antihistamines...are entirely useless Nasal sprays and drops as customarily used are without value. I ten people to stay away from antihistamines like the plague because they dry and thicken mucus. What you're trying to do is to thin mucus.

    According to medical writer Charles P. lebo: Antihistamines and decongestants... are generally ineffective for sinusitis and tend to make it worse. ...Nasal spray (can cause a "rebound" stuffiness that can be worse than the
    original problem. If the usual medical procedures do not work, rather than being told about alternative forms of healthcare, the
    patient may be told that surgical drainage is the only option!

    Start today toward a healthier tomorrow!

     

    Chronic Sinus Trouble

    Do you wake up with a stuffy head and mucus in your throat or
    nose? Do you feel as if you always have a cold or that your last
    cold never left you? Do you have a chronic "postnasal drip"? If you answered yes, then you may be suffering from sinusitis-the most common condition in the 18 to 45 age group.

    Your sinuses (Latin for "hollow") are eight spaces in the bones of
    your forehead, cheeks and temples. Although they help you to
    breathe, many people think that's the one thing they prevent
    because when they get inflamed they fill with mucus.

    What Is Mucus?

    Mucus is a sticky, elastic, unappealing gel that is nothing less than one of the greatest protections that we have against infection and poisoning. Your nose, throat and sinuses are lined with mucus to help ensure that your air is moist, warm and free from dust, dirt and pollutants; without this fdtering gel your lungs and kidneys, and even your blood, could fill with toxins.

     

    The Chiropractic Approach

    Chiropractic is not a treatment for sinus conditions, yet sufferers often find relief after chiropractic care. How does chiropractic
    help?

    Chiropractic, by relieving stress on the nervous system and body structure, helps your body work more efficiently. Further,
    spinal care in conjunction with cranial adjusting can ensure that the skull bones move freely and "breathe," permitting body fluids to drain without interference.

    A Stronger Immune System

    Chiropractors and osteopaths have, for many decades, observed the beneficial effects of spinal care on the nervous, immune and respiratory systems.

    Children may especially benefit from chiropractic care. One case history as an example is that of a 4-year-old boy with headaches, vomiting, nasal drip and decreased appetite who was being treated with large doses of antibiotics. He had a fall on his head
    at age two from a height of four feet. He was seen by his chiropractor two times per week for six months. His headaches, vomiting and nasal drip resolved completely. His parents also reported that his attitude and appetite "dramatically improved."

    Sinuses clean the air you breathe and add resonance to your voice. The relationship between the nervous system and the immune system appears to be more extensive than ever realized.
    Recent research has shown that white blood cells may be "tipped off" about invaders by the nervous system.


    Sinus Sufferers

    Anyone suffering from sinusitis, rhinitis or other respiratory problems should see a chiropractor for a spinal checkup. Spinal
    care can help your body function better, improve your resistance to disease and enhance your well-being.
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