Hi, I’m Gosia, an acupuncturist here at Natural Balance Therapies, and like many of my clients, I know just how relentless hay fever can be. The itchy eyes, constant sneezing, runny nose, blocked sinuses, brain fog… it can really take the joy out of spring and summer. Especially right now, with pollen counts soaring across the UK, so many people are coming into the clinic feeling exhausted and fed up.
If that sounds like you – if you’re struggling to sleep, can’t focus during the day, and feel like antihistamines just aren’t cutting it – you’re not alone. The good news is that acupuncture might be able to help.
In my treatments, I use acupuncture to support your immune system, calm inflammation, and bring your body back into balance. Clients often tell me they notice less congestion, fewer sneezing fits, and an overall sense of calm and clarity after just a few sessions.
And this isn’t just anecdotal – research backs it up. A large German study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology found that acupuncture significantly reduced hay fever symptoms and the need for medication.¹ Another trial published in Allergy showed that patients who had regular acupuncture during hay fever season had fewer symptoms and better quality of life.²
Every person is different, so I always tailor treatments based on your specific symptoms – whether that’s itchy eyes and throat, a constantly dripping nose, or sinus pressure that makes your whole head ache.
So if you’re tired of battling hay fever and want to try a gentle, natural approach, I’d love to work with you. You can book in directly through the Natural Balance Therapies website or get in touch if you have questions first. Let’s help you breathe easy again.
Warm wishes,
Gosia
References:
1.Brinkhaus B et al. Acupuncture in patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis: a randomized trial. Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, 2013.
2.Xue CC et al. Acupuncture for seasonal allergic rhinitis: a randomized controlled trial. Allergy, 2007.