What is Immune System Deficiency?
Immunity refers to the body’s internal defense against pathogens and disease. While everyone is born with some level of passive immunity, often inherited via antibodies found in breast milk, active immunity is also acquired over the span of a person’s life as they encounter and fend off different pathogens and bacteria.
Immune system deficiency occurs when the body’s immune system has a weaker response to pathogenic threats and, consequently, the individual struggles to fight off infection or disease.
Signs and Symptoms of Immune System Deficiency
While some people may naturally have lowered immunity (this can be genetic or can be due to lifestyle factors), immune system deficiency is often a consequence of other serious illnesses, such as HIV/AIDS, lupus disease, or diabetes. As a result, symptoms will differ greatly from person to person depending on the root cause of their immunity issues.
Individuals who suffer from low immunity may experience frequent bouts of cold and flu, lethargy, slow healing wounds, and gut-health issues.
How the Upper Cervical Spine Affects Immune System Deficiency
Few people consider the health of their upper cervical spine when attempting to address their immune system deficiency. However, the nervous system and the immune system are closely linked. The spinal cord and brainstem are located in close proximity to the upper cervical spine. Through its connection to the brainstem, the central nervous system (CNS) is responsible for regulating nerve activity throughout the body, triggering chemical reactions that have knock-on effects in the endocrine system and, subsequently, the immune system.
When there is a misalignment in the upper cervical spine, out-of-place vertebrae can pinch or compress the nerves surrounding the brainstem, impeding the flow of electric nerve signals throughout the body. Left untreated, disrupted nerve flow can inhibit essential nerve activity and chemical reactions in the body, potentially resulting in a delayed or nonexistent immune response.
How our Immune System Deficiency Treatment Works
If you’re suffering from an immune system deficiency, upper cervical chiropractic care can be an unexpected source of relief. Upper cervical chiropractic care is a natural form of chiropractic treatment that focuses on the health and functionality of your upper cervical spine.
During your initial consultation, our expert chiropractor, Dr. Bello, will perform an assessment of your upper cervical spine, using cone-beam computed tomography scans or X-rays alongside a physical examination to determine whether misalignments in the upper cervical spine could be contributing to your condition.
Following diagnosis, Dr. Bello will target the root cause of your immune system deficiency by performing a series of gentle, precise corrections to the upper cervical spine. Unlike traditional chiropractic treatment, this process is completely painless, so you won’t have to worry about any painful cracking, popping, or pulling!
If you’re struggling with low immunity and can’t seem to find a solution, visit Dr. Bello for an upper cervical chiropractic consultation. Dr. Bello provides treatment in Brentwood, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Westwood, Culver City, Marina Del Rey, West Los Angeles, and the surrounding areas.