| Autor: |
Saggio, Gregory, Docimo, Salvatore, Pilc, Jennifer, Norton, Jennifer, Gilliar, Wolfgang |
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Journal of Osteopathic Medicine; March 2011, Vol. 111 Issue: 3 p143-147, 5p |
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Context:High levels of human secretory immunoglobulin A (sIgA) have been shown to decrease the incidence of acquiring upper respiratory tract infections. Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) has been shown to improve cardiac indices, increase lymph flow rates through the thoracic duct, and decrease sympathetic tone in postoperative patients and those in intensive care. Therefore, we hypothesized that OMT may also increase sIgA levels in people under high levels of emotional and psychological stress, thereby enhancing immunity and potentially preventing subsequent infections. |
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