Asthma Relief in Orem

Understanding the Spine-Lung Connection

If you or your child struggles with asthma, you’ve probably tried various medications focused directly on the lungs. Dr. Spencer Erickson takes a different approach—one that addresses how your nervous system controls your lungs and every other organ in your body. There’s solid science behind why reducing stress in your spine can dramatically improve asthma symptoms.

Dr. Erickson is always honest with patients: he doesn’t “fix” asthma because he can’t directly control your symptoms. Asthma is a symptom of something deeper happening in the communication between your brain and body. When your spine carries excessive stress from injuries or poor posture, it creates corrupted signals that throw off your brain’s ability to properly run your organs, including your lungs.

How Spinal Stress Affects Your Breathing

Think of your nervous system as a complex communication network, with your brain as the central command center and your spine as the main highway for messages. When injuries in your spine create stress, it’s like static on a phone line—the messages get distorted. Your brain receives garbled information and sends incorrect signals back to run your organs. The lungs become one casualty of this miscommunication.

By removing stress from the spine through specific adjustments, Dr. Erickson reduces the “noise” in your nervous system. This decreases your brain’s stress load and allows it to process correct signals and run your organs the way they’re designed to function. Your body’s own healing intelligence then addresses the asthma as function improves.

Experience Family-Focused Care in Orem

Whether you’re an adult who’s lived with asthma for years or a parent seeking help for your child, Dr. Erickson’s warm, educational approach helps you understand exactly how chiropractic care can support respiratory health. He uses diagnostic X-rays to identify where stress exists in the spine and creates a specific care plan to address those problem areas.

The office environment at Timpview Chiropractic is designed to be comfortable and welcoming for the whole family. Kids love the dedicated play room, and parents appreciate the efficiency of appointments. Dr. Erickson’s staff is specifically hired for their ability to work well with children, creating an atmosphere where even nervous kids feel at ease. The adjustments are gentle, appropriate for each patient’s age, and focused on removing interference so the body can heal itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can chiropractic really help with asthma?

Yes, though it’s important to understand how. Dr. Erickson doesn’t treat asthma directly—instead, he addresses the spinal stress that creates dysfunction in the nervous system’s communication pathways. When the spine carries excessive stress, it creates “noise” that interferes with your brain’s ability to properly regulate your organs, including your lungs. By removing this interference, your body’s own healing intelligence can function better.

Is this approach safe for children with asthma?

Absolutely. Chiropractic adjustments for children are extremely gentle. Dr. Erickson has extensive experience working with kids and has created a child-friendly environment where even nervous children feel comfortable. Many parents seek chiropractic care for their children’s asthma because they want a natural approach that supports the body’s ability to self-regulate.

Should I stop my asthma medication?

Never stop medication without consulting your prescribing physician. Chiropractic care works alongside your current medical treatment, not as a replacement. Many patients find that as their nervous system function improves, their need for medication decreases over time—but these decisions should always be made with your medical doctor.

Schedule Your Appointment

Discover how addressing your nervous system health can support better breathing naturally. Call Timpview Chiropractic today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Erickson.

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