Asheville Integrative Acupuncture is now Heart Song Acupuncture! the practice is now led by Jodi Lefkowitz, L.Ac. While some things are shifting, the same high-quality, personalized care will continue in the same location. Explore the site to learn more and book your next treatment today!
Immune System Dysfunction
Your immune system is your body’s first line of defense, protecting you from illness and helping you recover from infections and other challenges. When the immune system is out of balance, it can lead to chronic illness, frequent colds, allergies, or autoimmune conditions. At Heart Song Acupuncture in Asheville, I use Five Element Acupuncture to help support and regulate your immune system, promoting greater resilience and overall wellness.
How Acupuncture Supports the Immune System
Acupuncture works holistically to strengthen your body’s natural defenses, addressing both the root causes and symptoms of immune-related issues.
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Regulates Immune Function: By stimulating specific points, acupuncture helps modulate the immune response, whether the system is overactive (as in autoimmune conditions) or underactive (leading to frequent illness). Treatments encourage balance and promote optimal immune function.
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Reduces Inflammation: Chronic inflammation can compromise your immune system. Acupuncture has been shown to reduce inflammatory markers, calming the body’s stress response and creating a more supportive environment for healing.
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Enhances Circulation and Energy Flow: By improving the movement of blood and energy throughout the body, acupuncture supports the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues, which are essential for immune health.
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Addresses Emotional Stress: Stress has a significant impact on the immune system, weakening its ability to function effectively. Acupuncture calms the nervous system, promoting relaxation and emotional balance, which can directly enhance immune resilience.
Common Immune System Conditions
Acupuncture can be an effective complementary treatment for a variety of immune-related conditions, including:
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Allergies and asthma
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Frequent colds and infections
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Chronic fatigue syndrome
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Seasonal immune challenges
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Long COVID symptoms
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Chronic inflammation
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Autoimmune conditions (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis)
The Five Element Approach to Immune Health
In Five Element Acupuncture, the body is seen as an interconnected system, with each element playing a role in maintaining overall health. Immune system dysfunction often arises when this balance is disrupted. Treatments are designed to restore harmony within these elements, strengthening the body’s ability to protect and heal itself. For example:
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Metal (Lungs): Governs the body’s defensive Qi, protecting against external pathogens and maintaining boundary integrity.
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Earth (Spleen): Supports digestion and the production of Qi and Blood, which nourish the body and its defenses.
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Water (Kidney): Provides foundational energy reserves to sustain long-term immune health.
Patient Centered Care
Every person’s immune health is unique, and so is their treatment plan. During your initial visit, we’ll explore your health history and current concerns, performing traditional diagnostic methods such as pulse and tongue assessment, as well as observing color, sound, odor, and emotion. From there, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan that addresses both your immediate symptoms and the deeper patterns influencing your immune health.
Acupuncture for a Healthy Immune System in Asheville
Ready to fortify your immune system and address the challenges impacting your body’s natural defenses? Contact me today to schedule your first session or a free 30-minute consultation. Let’s work together to build resilience, restore balance, and support your long-term health.