The Big Picture: What is AAT?

Advanced Allergy Therapeutics (AAT) is a clinically proven treatment that is highly effective in treating the many symptoms associated with allergies and sensitivities.

Common symptoms addressed include:

  • Sneezing, Runny nose, Congestion
  • Cough
  • Itchy eyes
  • Gas, Abdominal Bloating
  • Acid Reflux
  • Eczema and Rashes
  • Headaches and Migraines

Common items treated with AAT:

  • Foods: wheat, soybean, dairy, fruits, sugar, eggs, food additives
  • Animals: dogs, cats, birds
  • Plants: trees, grasses, weeds, flowers
  • Molds and Mildew
  • Contactants: lotions, adhesives, latex, fabrics, metals
  • Stimuli: barometric pressure, sunlight

All the Details (for the info lovers)

Understanding AAT

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, treatment methods involve stimulating specific points on the body to directly access each organ system and improve its state. The AAT therapy takes this approach one step further by utilizing the points in a unique and innovative way that has been proven to lead to successful treatments.

 

The treatment points used are situated along the spine and correspond to the location of the Sympathetic chain, which is responsible for our body’s “fight or flight” responses. By targeting reactive organ systems through these points in relation to an offending substance, it’s possible to alter a defensive reaction, allowing for a healthier response.

 

We understand that some people may be apprehensive about needles. That’s why this method utilizes a precision-based acupressure technique to access the organ systems, rather than needles. This unique approach of addressing defensive physiology has proven to be highly effective in altering the state of the organ systems. 

 

AAT is a highly effective treatment that provides long-term relief from symptoms associated with allergies or sensitivities. However, AAT does not test for or diagnose allergies or sensitivities. The AAT system simply assesses what may be causing a stress to the body.

What Happens in an AAT treatment?

During treatment, gentle pressure is applied to specific points along the spine that correspond with the organ systems involved in a reaction.

 

During the point stimulation process, a digital representation of the offending substance is introduced to the skin’s surface through an arm cuff. By stimulating specific points, stress on the affected organ systems can be reduced. Since the point stimulation and the substance exposure occur simultaneously, the body can form a new association with the item due to the decreased stress on the systems, no longer perceiving the substance as harmful and allowing for a more appropriate response.

 

In the world of holistic medicine, there’s a common understanding that treating the whole body is crucial to achieving optimal health. It’s believed that various forms of stress and interference can disrupt the proper functioning of the body, leading to health issues. By reducing stress and interference, we can support the specific organ system and help the body respond more effectively. Ultimately, this approach allows for optimal health and wellness.

Symptoms Treated with AAT

A sensitivity or inappropriate reaction can trigger symptoms in any organ system of the body. While certain systems are more likely to react to specific families of allergens or substances—such as the respiratory system reacting to pollen—any substance can potentially affect any organ system, leading to a wide range of symptoms that vary from person to person. For instance, a reaction to wheat might cause hives in one individual, digestive issues in another, and fatigue, wheezing, or acid reflux in others. AAT targets the specific organ systems affected by the allergen or offending substance.

 

Digestive System

Symptoms include reflux, heartburn, abdominal and intestinal pain, cramping, gas, bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. These symptoms are primarily caused by reactions to food or other ingestants.

 

Respiratory System

Symptoms include sneezing, congestion, runny nose, wheezing, shortness of breath, coughs, postnasal drip, skin conditions, rashes, and itchy, watery eyes. Reactions may be associated with pollens, dust, food, chemicals, animals (including dog and cat dander and bird feathers), airborne substances, and contactants.

 

Dermatological 

Symptoms may include red, itchy, or scaly skin rashes, blisters with oozing and crusting, dry leathery patches, or hives. The main cause of dermatological reactions can be a reaction to food, but they can also be caused by plants, contactants, and chemicals.

 

Headaches and Migraines

These may be caused by reactions to food, such as chocolate and caffeine, airborne irritants like pollens, and chemicals including household cleaners, perfumes, and vehicle fumes.

 

Tiredness and Fatigue

Many reactions result in lethargy and feelings of fatigue. Tiredness can also occur at certain times of the day, such as in the afternoon after eating.

 

Multiple Systems

Symptoms may affect multiple systems in the body, resulting in headaches, irritability, hyperactivity, mood swings, fatigue, tachycardia, or inflammation.

 

Other common components treated by AAT:

  • Chemicals - household cleaners, perfumes, building materials, washing detergent, pesticides
  • Occupational sensitivities such as latex or building materials such as paints, glues, carpets, woods or varnishes
  • Animals
  • Heat, cold and humidity/dampness

 

**AAT does not treat cases of anaphylaxis or life-threatening symptoms.  Strict avoidance is always advised in these cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon will I see results?

Symptoms associated with a single substance are often improved or relieved after just 24 hours. Many conditions, such as sinusitis or irritable bowel syndrome, respond within the first few treatments. However, each case is unique and may require additional treatments. As with all healthcare modalities, some cases may not respond to treatment.

How many AAT treatments are required?

AAT treats one allergen family at a time, so the number of treatments depends on the number of allergen families involved in the reaction. However, within each allergen family, the specificity is identified down to the protein molecule, making each treatment extremely comprehensive.

For instance, an allergen family could be something like dust, dairy, or grasses. Within each of these allergen families, we strive to identify all the components within the item that is causing a reaction, resulting in an exceptional and results-driven treatment.

Most of the time, a single allergen family will respond to treatment within a single visit, but it may require multiple visits per family. Conditions such as chronic sinusitis or IBS typically require between 5 and 12 treatments, depending on how many allergen families are contributing to the condition. 

Is there an age restriction for the AAT treatments?

No. All ages may be treated, including infants.

Can AAT help with seasonal allergy symptoms?

Yes! AAT gets excellent results with seasonal symptoms. Symptoms associated with allergies can manifest during different seasons, depending on the specific type of pollen to which an individual reacts and the time of year.

  • Spring – Trees
  • Summer – Grasses
  • Fall - Weeds 
  • Common Seasonal Allergy Symptoms
    • Seasonal allergies may cause symptoms such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, sneezing, congestion, headaches, fatigue, and coughing.

Can AAT help with asthma?

AAT can effectively treat many irritants contributing to asthmatic symptoms. Allergy-induced asthma symptoms are very common and respond well to AAT treatments.

Common Triggers Include: Molds, dust, dust mites, pet dander, grass, pollens, fragrances, and chemicals.

**Exercise Induced Asthma is less likely to be effectively treated with AAT.

Can AAT help with eczema or skin conditions?

Yes! AAT can be highly effective for many skin conditions and symptoms arising from allergies and sensitivities. If sensitivities are contributing to the condition, AAT can provide significant relief. However, in more severe cases, other factors may be involved, resulting in only partial improvement. Skin conditions that have shown improvement with AAT include urticaria (hives), eczema, contact dermatitis, and atopic dermatitis.

Common Triggers for Skin Symptoms: Foods, nickel, pet dander, fragrances, grass, and chemicals in personal care products.

Can AAT treat for anaphylactic symptoms?

No, we do not treat conditions involving anaphylactic reactions. However, patients who experience anaphylactic reactions can be treated for other non-life-threatening sensitivities.