How can Salt Therapy Support Asthma?

• Asthma is an extremely common chronic and potentially life-threatening condition that affects nearly 10% of children and a large number of adults too. The UK has one of the highest rates of asthma in Europe. 5.4 million people receive treatment for asthma and 3 people in the UK die from asthma every day. It is estimated that 2/3 of these deaths are preventable. There are over 25,000 emergency hospital admissions for asthma amongst children in the UK every year and many more when you include adult asthmatics too. Many asthmatics find that there is a particular time of year when their asthma becomes more difficult to control, for some the cold weather is a challenge, however for many spring is particularly difficult.
  
  When someone has asthma their airways go into spasm which causes tightness of the chest; the linings of the airways become inflamed and produce phlegm leading to extreme difficulty breathing.
  
  What are the triggers of an Asthma attack?
  
  There are many different triggers for asthma attacks and most asthmatics are well aware of their trigger points, although they may not always be able to avoid them.
  
  Pollen and pollution are increasingly responsible for asthma triggers and many people find a worsening of their symptoms in spring combined with the onset of Hay fever. There are many species of grasses, trees and weeds in the UK and some people are particularly sensitive to some and do not react at all to others. There is also huge variation around the country as to when pollen is released and people can begin to suffer from hay fever as early as January. About 20% of people with hay fever are allergic to birch tree pollen and this as well as Oak and Plane trees, are responsible for many unpleasant symptoms and can exacerbate asthma.
  
  Grass pollen’s are the most common cause of hay fever and usually affect people in May, June and July.
  
  Weed pollen’s (such as nettles and docks) usually release pollen from early spring to early autumn.
  
  If you know pollen is a trigger for your asthma, speak to your GP or asthma nurse and they can give additional support and advice to help you manage your asthma at this time.
  
  Note: alcohol contains histamine which is also released as part of the body’s reaction to allergies. It is therefore strongly suggested that alcohol can increase the sensitivity of the body to pollen and other allergens. It is advisable to avoid alcohol if you have a prone to allergic reactions or are asthmatic.
  
  Symptoms of Asthma

• Coughing

• Wheezing

• Shortness of breath

• Tightness in the chest
  
  Often people find it particularly difficult to breathe out and have an increase in sticky mucus and phlegm
  
  Not everyone will get all of these symptoms
  
  How to Help in an Asthma Attack?
  
  The following guidelines are suitable for both children and adults:
  
  Be calm and reassuring. Reducing stress and keeping the casualty calm helps them control their symptoms. Panic can increase the severity of an attack.
  
  Get them to take one to two puffs of their reliever inhaler (usually blue), immediately – using a spacer device if available.
  
  Sit them down, loosen any tight clothing and encourage them to take slow, steady breaths.
  
  If they do not start to feel better, they should take more puffs of their reliever inhaler.
  
  If they do not start to feel better after taking their inhaler as above, or if you are worried at any time, call 999/112.
  
  They should keep taking the reliever inhaler whilst waiting for the paramedics to arrive.
  
  If you suspect the asthma attack may be due to an allergic reaction and the reliever inhaler is not working, if the person has been prescribed an adrenaline auto-injector in case of an acute allergic reaction, inject them in the upper, outer part of their thigh according to the instructions. If you are worried in any way, check with the emergency services and keep them informed and updated as to the casualty’s condition.
  
  What should you do after an Asthma Attack?
  
  The casualty should make an appointment with their doctor or asthma nurse for an asthma review, ideally within 48 hours of their attack.

We have many clients who use Halo Salt Centre to support them with their Asthma condition

Due to salt's anti-inflammatory and mucolytic (mucus loosening) properties, it has been shown to be effective at treating asthma symptoms.

• Salt helps to expand the airways by reducing inflammation, thus making it easier for a patient to breath more easily.

• Due to the mucolytics effects, the lungs and airways are able to be cleared of stubborn phlegm and mucus

• Salt's calming affect helps the patient relax, become less tense and be able to breathe more comfortably

• Reduce dependency on steroid inhalers and reduce hospital admissions for asthma outbreaks

Jackie one of our regular clients said the following about how Salt Therapy helped her breathing problems and Asthma

Asthma Testimonial

Jackie S from Birmingham

“I had a terrible cough for almost 4 months.
Although I had all the checks with a doctor ie blood tests and x-rays, 3 lots of antibiotics and steroids nothing helped my cough and breathing problems.
I am asthmatic but it usually well controlled. A friend told me about salt therapy and I was very pessimistic, although by this point I would try anything!

After 2 sessions I could breathe easier and with each session, I improved. After 6 sessions I was feeling on top of the world with no cough and no breathing difficulties.

This is my saviour!”

If you suffer with Asthma or breathing difficulties and want support in breathing easier get in touch on 0330 113 6342 or BOOK NOW