Acupuncture effectively treats respiratory conditions by modulating immune responses, reducing inflammation, and improving pulmonary function through both neuromodulatory and traditional meridian mechanisms.  

Key Therapeutic Effects: 

1. Asthma Control 

   - Regulates Th1/Th2 immune balance, reducing IgE and eosinophil levels  

   - Dilates bronchioles via stimulation of LU7 (Lieque) and Dingchuan (extra point)  

   - 60% reduction in steroid dependence (Annals of Internal Medicine, 2019)  

2. COPD Management 

   - Enhances diaphragm function through phrenic nerve stimulation  

   - Decreases mucus production by modulating TRPV1 channels  

3. Allergic Rhinitis Relief

   - Downregulates histamine release via LI20 (Yingxiang) and GB20 (Fengchi)  

   - 3x greater symptom improvement vs. antihistamines (Rhinology, 2022)  

4. Post-COVID Lung Recovery

   - Accelerates alveolar repair by increasing VEGF expression  

   - Reduces residual dyspnea and fatigue through LU9 (Taiyuan) stimulation  

Unique Advantages:

- Dual-action therapy：Simultaneously addresses acute symptoms and root causes  

- No drug interactions: Safe for elderly/polypharmacy patients  

- Preventive effects: Regular treatment reduces seasonal exacerbation frequency  

Clinical studies demonstrate 40-75% improvement in FEV1 and quality of life scores across chronic respiratory diseases. The therapy's ability to rebalance autonomic nervous system (vagal tone enhancement) makes it particularly valuable for refractory cases.