Acupuncture for Persistent Cough in London: Pulse Diagnosis and Natural Lung Support

A persistent cough can disrupt daily life, sleep, and work. Many Londoners try over-the-counter remedies or antibiotics, often without lasting relief. The cough may be a symptom of lung irritation, immune weakness, or excessive mucus production, rather than a standalone problem.

Why Conventional Approaches Sometimes Fall Short:

Medical tests can detect infections, allergies, or reflux, but subtle functional imbalances often go unnoticed. Patients may be told “everything is normal” while the cough persists for weeks or months. This is where a holistic approach like acupuncture can offer deeper insight.

Pulse Diagnosis: Reading the Body’s Signals:

Through advanced pulse diagnosis, a practitioner can detect:

• Lung inflammation → damaged respiratory tissues and restricted blood vessels causing chronic cough.

• Excess heat or phlegm → contributing to irritation or mucus buildup.

• Weakened immune system → making the lungs vulnerable to persistent triggers.
  

These insights allow the practitioner to understand the root cause rather than just treating symptoms.

How Acupuncture Supports Lung Health:

Acupuncture targets specific points to:

• Strengthen lung energy → improving respiratory resilience.

• Clear phlegm and inflammation → reducing mucus and cough intensity.

• Boost immunity → helping prevent recurrent respiratory issues.

• Calm the nervous system → reducing stress-induced exacerbations of cough.

A 45-year-old teacher had a cough that lasted over three months, affecting her sleep and energy. Pulse diagnosis revealed lung immune deficiency and excessive mucus accumulation. After a series of acupuncture sessions combined with dietary adjustments and breathing exercises, her cough significantly reduced within two weeks, and her overall respiratory health improved dramatically over the next eight weeks, avoiding colds and flus the next winter.

A persistent cough is often a sign of underlying imbalance rather than a simple respiratory problem. Acupuncture, guided by pulse diagnosis, offers a natural pathway to restore lung function and prevent recurrence.

If you’re struggling with a persistent cough in London, book a consultation with George. Pulse diagnosis and acupuncture can uncover the root cause and help restore lung health naturally.

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