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Visit Our Two Locations:

22 W 48th St #705, New York, NY 10036

(Between 5th & 6th Ave)

501 5th Ave, New York, NY 10017

(Corner of 5th Ave & 42nd Street)

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Alopecia

Our New York Chiropractor Can Treat Alopecia

When exploring chiropractic care Midtown east of in zip code 10036, you can use chiropractic care to treat a variety of conditions including alopecia. Alopecia is an autoimmune disease that can result in varying degrees of hair loss. The hair often falls out in patches on the head or it can result in a total loss of hair on the body or head. For more information on how a Midtown Manhattan chiropractor can be used to treat your hair loss, contact Rockefeller Health and Medical for more information.

Man suffering from Alopecia What is Alopecia?

Alopecia is the result of an autoimmune disorder where your immune system attacks your body systems, including your hair follicles. This results in hair loss in varying degrees. The hair on the head can also thin, which is usually referred to as male pattern hair loss of female diffuse hair loss. Alopecia may be caused by normal aging and genetics, or it can be caused by chemotherapy, improper eating habits, or an illness. Regardless of the cause, a Rockefeller Center chiropractic location may be able to assist with this condition.

Symptoms of Alopecia

A normal person loses anywhere between 50 to 100 hairs per day. An individual with alopecia loses a good many more than 100 hairs each day. The problem typically starts as one of more coin-sized round areas that turn smooth and bare where hair once was. An individual may notice clumps of hair on their pillow or in the shower. Occasionally, hair may fall out in clumps when shampooing or brushing. Other symptoms may include discoloration and thickening of the nails.

How Can a Midtown Chiropractor Help With Alopecia?

Traditional treatment of alopecia includes medications, such as corticosteroids, which help reduce hair loss in certain areas. Some shampoos and topicals may slow down hair loss on the head. Some doctors may also suggest surgical forms of treatments, including transplants to relocate hair from other parts of the body.  A Midtown chiropractor may be able to lessen the symptoms of alopecia with a few simple treatment methods. Massage may help increase circulation, reduce stress and encourage new hair growth. The nutritional supplement may be prescribed, including biotin and zinc tablets of saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol.

Schedule an Appointment with Rockefeller Health & Medical Today!

If you live in the 10036 area code and think you may have alopecia, contact your midtown chiropractor at Rockefeller Health and Medical at (212)-388-5050 for more information on available treatment methods. You may also schedule an appointment to sign up for an initial consultation or simply ask questions about your condition.

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