Question 1

How does acupuncture help with respiratory disorders?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture stimulates lung and bronchus-related acupoints to ease airway inflammation and regulate immune function. Combined with herbs, it accelerates improvement in chronic cough, rhinitis, asthma.

Question 2

How is pharmacopuncture used for respiratory conditions?

Accepted Answer

Anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic herbal compounds are injected directly into respiratory-related acupoints. Particularly effective for chronic rhinitis, sinusitis, and recurrent bronchitis.

Question 3

My cough has gone on for months — does acupuncture help?

Accepted Answer

A meta-analysis covering the effect of acupuncture for chronic cough has been reported. However, we determine the cause first.

Question 4

Do you needle for asthma too? Must I keep using the inhaler?

Accepted Answer

We regard acupuncture as a combined treatment. Please do not reduce or stop the inhaler on your own.

Question 5

I am so breathless that lying down for acupuncture is difficult.

Accepted Answer

We perform it in a seated or upright position. Please tell us in advance.

Question 6

I have a lot of phlegm — does pharmacopuncture help?

Accepted Answer

We use it where there is a lot of phlegm. We set the direction by looking at the colour and amount.

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