What is Asthma?
Asthma is a disease of the upper airways characterized by
shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, and coughing.
What Causes Asthma?
It is triggered by allergies. Mast cells, which line the
nose, throat and respiratory track, can release histamine. Histamine causes
mucous membrane to secrete. The result is always hypersensitivity and
constriction.
- Pollen, molds, dust, dust mites, animal dander, foods, and
chemicals
- Dyes and preservative in foods
- Pesticides, perfumes, cigarette smoke, wood smoke, and
chemicals in disinfectants, and laundry products
- A preservative in asthma medications and propellants in
inhalers
What tests are used in defining my condition?
- Medical Environmental History and Physical
- Laboratory
Analysis
- Pulmonary Function Test, Methacholine Challenge, and
Exercise Challenge
- Skin Testing
- X-Rays or Themography of Sinus
ASTHMA IS REVERSIBLE
Johnson Medical Associates uses natural alternatives to
achieve treatment success.
- Immunotheraphy
- Environmental controls
- Nutritional supplements
- Dietary Manipulation
- Exercises to strength chest muscles
- Posturing to increase movement of mucous secretions
- Relaxation techniques
- Emotional and psychological support
- Peak flow monitoring
- Outdoor activities structured around peak pollen and mold
time
- Asthma medications
- Follow-up with physician
OUR GOAL IS TO MINIMIZE THE EFFECT OF ASTHMA WHILE
MAXIMIZING RESULTS FOR OPTIMAL LIVING.