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From the Institute for Integrative Healthcare

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Asthma

Description:

Asthma is caused by spasms in bronchial tubes combined with chronic local inflammation and excessive mucus production. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing and difficulty breathing.

Precautions:

As long as the client is not experiencing an asthma attack, massage can be administered. Massage can be useful in reducing stress and improving respiratory muscular problems caused by the asthma.

Can be alleviated by:

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