Avoid Cold, Flu and Virus Symptoms
- By Mladenoff Clinic of Arizona Team
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- 30 Nov, 2019
Do you want to stay well during the cold and flu season?

Cold, Flu and Virus Symptoms
Cold vs. Flu, What's the Difference?
High-Risk Flu Patients
Understanding Viral vs. Bacterial Infections
Bacteria are typically harmless and at times even helpful, while most viruses cause disease. Viruses hijack your normal cells and use them to multiply. Some common viruses are cold and flu—these types of infections cannot be treated through use of antibiotics.
Some common bacterial infections are strep throat and urinary tract infections. Bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics, but as antibiotic usage has become widespread, some strains of bacteria are becoming antibiotic-resistant. This poses certain risks and indicates that use should be limited. Other common infections like pneumonia, ear infections and sinusitis, can be bacterial or viral.
Treating Cold and Flu Symptoms
The Lymphatic System, the Central Nervous System and Chiropractic
Lymph is transported throughout the body by the musculoskeletal system; to put it simply, it's transported through the motions and contractions of the muscles. We also know through a study published in Nature in June of 2015 that the central nervous system (the brain and the spinal cord) is connected to the lymphatic system.
These connections between the musculoskeletal system, central nervous system (the brain and the spinal cord) and lymphatic system help to explain how a chiropractic adjustment can improve the function of the immune system. The chiropractic adjustment removes subluxations in the spine, which occur when a vertebrae or vertebras move out of position and can prevent proper communication within the central nervous system. Subluxations can also thwart movement in the musculoskeletal system.
Prepare for the flu, colds, and viruses and schedule an appointment with Dr. Diana today.




