Spring is beautiful but for people with seasonal allergies, it often brings sneezing, congestion, and watery eyes.

In Rochester, the Flower City, you know spring has arrived when the lilacs start to bloom. As their scent fills the air so do the pollen levels that trigger seasonal allergy symptoms.

While medications offer relief they are not your only option for spring allergies. Chiropractic care and natural strategies can help your body manage allergy symptoms more effectively. Together, these approaches may help you breathe easier and feel better during the transition into spring. 

How Chiropractic Care Can Help With Allergy Symptoms

Chiropractic care doesn’t cure spring allergies, but it may support better breathing, drainage, and circulation. This is especially helpful when symptoms flare up during seasonal shifts.

Adjustments and soft tissue work can improve movement and reduce tension, making it easier for your body to function well.

Thoracic Spine and Rib Movement

The mid-back supports your rib cage and lungs. If this area is stiff, breathing can become shallow and uncomfortable.

Chiropractic adjustments may restore motion in the thoracic spine and ribs, improving your ability to breathe deeply and easily.

Posture and Sinus Pressure

Poor posture often means the head shifts forward and shoulders round. This can block sinus drainage and increase facial pressure.

Gentle mobilization around the neck, jaw, and upper back may ease this tension and help open sinus pathways.

Infrared Sauna for Allergy Relief

Using an infrared sauna in combination with chiropractic care may help reduce inflammation and improve circulation. Heat can help open nasal passages and support sinus relief.

Regular use of an infrared sauna may also help reduce allergy-related congestion by promoting overall detoxification.

Natural Strategies to Help Allergies at Home

These simple strategies can help reduce symptoms and support your body throughout allergy season:

Quercetin + Vitamin C + Bromelain

Quercetin is found in apples, onions, and leafy greens. It may act like a natural antihistamine by reducing inflammation.

When combined with vitamin C and bromelain, it may further support immune response and relieve allergy symptoms. For individualized nutrition services or further information on supplementation, consider booking an appointment with our clinical nutritionist Dr. Rachel Stummer. 

Nasal Rinses

Using a neti pot or saline spray can flush pollen from your sinuses and help reduce inflammation.

Rinse daily, especially after spending time outdoors, to support clear breathing and reduce congestion.

Stay Hydrated

Water helps thin mucus and flush allergens from your body. It also supports immune function and tissue repair.

Aim to drink water consistently throughout the day, especially during allergy season.

Minimize Pollen Exposure

Keep windows shut on high pollen days. Use a HEPA filter and shower after being outdoors to reduce allergen exposure.

These small steps can prevent symptoms from getting worse indoors or overnight.

Eucalyptus in the Shower

Hang fresh eucalyptus in your shower or use eucalyptus essential oil steam. The aroma may help open sinuses and ease congestion.

The steam activates its natural oils, which have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

Eat Anti-Inflammatory Foods

Support your body with whole foods like greens, citrus, berries, and omega-3-rich fish. These may help to reduce inflammation naturally.

Avoid sugar and processed foods, which may increase your body’s inflammatory response.

The Bottom Line

Chiropractic care is a supportive option for people with spring allergies who are looking for long-term, natural relief. Chiropractic care can help reduce allergy discomfort by supporting movement, breathing, and lymph flow during peak allergy season. If you are struggling with allergies this spring, consider bringing it up with your provider when you book your next appointment!

Pairing chiropractic support with targeted natural strategies offers a gentle, drug-free way to manage spring allergies. With the right care, you can enjoy spring without letting your symptoms hold you back.