In Respiratory Conditions Benefits of Salt Therapy

1. In Respiratory Conditions Benefits of Salt Therapy Address 813 Richmond Street London, ON, Ontario, Canada, N6A 3H6 Call us:1-519-641-7258 Email us: halosense@salinetherapy.com Website: www.salinetherapy.com

2. Hype or fact, salt therapy does give benefits to those with COPD issues. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is a generic term that includes bronchitis, asthma, emphysema and bronchiectasis. Genetic factors, smoking, pollution and age may play a role in progression of the disease that starts with a characteristic shortness of breath, tightness in the chest and coughing at times. The disease may start with bronchitis and progress to emphysema. The patient suffers due to inflammation and narrowing of bronchial tubes. Mucus builds up and makes breathing difficult. Treatment follows diagnosis. Treatment may take different paths such as the use of bronchodilators to ease constricted airways and facilitate breathing. Gluco-corticosteroids are commonly used to reduce inflammation. Patients may receive vaccines and tetanus booster to provide protection. Therapeutic measures include oxygen intake using a mask or nasal prongs. In severe cases surgery may be resorted to, with lung transplant an extreme option.

3. Patients are advised to go in for lifestyle changes. Since centuries patients with respiratory illnesses were advised to spend time at seashores or in salt caverns. Salt is an age-old remedy that is effective and safe. The number of therapeutic centers offering salt room therapy has increased in recent times as the medical profession acknowledges the benefits of salt therapy for those with respiratory conditions. The conditions prevailing in salt caverns or at seashore can be recreated at home using a salt air device that creates microscopic particles of salt. Breathing in salt particles does have positive benefits such as: • Mucus is expelled due to the mucolytic effect of salt • Salt reduces inflammation in airway • Acts as an anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal agent • Salt helps to improve blood oxygenation • Helps in expelling allergens and other foreign particles

4. Breathing in salt air reduces the dependence on nasal sprays and other drugs. Improved blood oxygenation and ease of breathing helps improve energy levels and wellbeing. It is easy to enjoy salt room therapy at home. All that someone needs for halotherapy is a small, portable ultrasonic device called Saltair – Home Salt Therapy by Halosense. Saltair disperses microscopic particles of salt into the air for long-term breathing during the night sleep. The patient breathes in salt in minute quantities. Salt so breathed in has a cumulative effect on the nasal passage, throat and lungs. It gently opens the airways, expels mucus and reduces inflammation. Breathing becomes easy. Used during night it will promote a restful and peaceful sleep. It can also be used during the day, while relaxing or at work, in the proximity of the user. The Saltairsalinizer is affordable, silent and cost effective in operation. Users may notice they need less medication and avoid the consequent side effects while enjoying a healthier, more active lifestyle.