Frequently Asked Questions

The most common symptoms & conditions addressed with AAT are food sensitivities, IBS, bloating, cramping, reflux, heartburn, gas, diarrhea, nausea, runny nose, sneezing, congestion, sinusitis, post-nasal drip, itchy watery eyes, seasonal allergies, asthma, coughs, wheezing, eczema, psoriasis, rashes, hives, itchy skin, hyperactivity, mood swings, headaches, migraines, and fatigue. Please note: this is only a partial list. 

No. Food intolerances are not the same as allergies or sensitivities.

They result from a deficiency rather than an inappropriate reaction and therefore cannot be treated with AAT. For example, lactose intolerance occurs when the body lacks the enzyme lactase to break down lactose. As a result, AAT is not effective in treating intolerances.

NO. The AAT Expert System does not treat anaphylaxis or any life-threatening symptoms or conditions. Strict avoidance is always advised.

 AAT treatments are designed to address symptoms caused by inappropriate reactions to harmless substances or stimuli. However, there are specific cases where AAT is not effective:

1. Pathogen-related Conditions:  AAT cannot treat symptoms caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites, as these do not involve inappropriate reactions but rather infections that require other forms of treatment.

2. Intolerances:  AAT does not treat intolerances, which result from deficiencies rather than reactions. For example, lactose intolerance, caused by a lack of the lactase enzyme needed to digest lactose, cannot be treated by AAT. However, if dairy-related symptoms are due to a sensitivity to milk or other dairy components, AAT can be highly effective. In cases where lactose intolerance and dairy sensitivity coexist, AAT may offer partial relief.

3. Anaphylaxis or Life-threatening Symptoms:  AAT does NOT treat cases of anaphylaxis or life-threatening symptoms. In such cases, strict avoidance is strongly advised. In addition, AAT does not treat the substances for which an EpiPen is prescribed, but we can treat the individual for other substances.

While AAT is effective in treating many symptoms associated with allergies or sensitivities, certain cases may not respond to the treatment.

AAT addresses one allergen family per treatment, so the total number of treatments depends on how many allergen families are involved in the reaction. Each treatment is thorough, identifying and targeting specific components within the allergen family, down to the protein molecule.

For example, allergen families can include categories like dust, dairy, or grasses. Within each family, we identify and address all the components that trigger reactions, ensuring a comprehensive treatment. While many allergen families can be treated in a single visit, some may require multiple sessions to fully resolve.

For conditions such as chronic sinusitis or IBS, which often involve several allergen families, 5 to 12 treatments may be necessary, depending on the complexity of the case.

Many people experience symptom relief within 24 hours for reactions related to a single substance. Conditions such as sinusitis or irritable bowel syndrome often show improvement after the first few treatments. However, each person is unique and may require additional sessions for full resolution. As with any healthcare approach, some cases may not respond to treatment.

As with all medical procedures, we cannot guarantee that it will be effective or that other symptoms will not occur.

No. The AAT treatment doesn’t require acupuncture or the use of needles. Instead, AAT uses a painless acupressure technique that is safe and effective for patients of all ages.

No. The AAT Expert System can treat any age, from infants to 100+ years old.

The AAT Initial Session usually lasts between 40 minutes and one hour. The Initial Session includes:

• completing the patient’s health intake
• testing for all applicable substances that may be contributing to the symptoms that the patient is experiencing
• explaining how the AAT treatment works
• establishing a full treatment plan
• giving the patient an AAT treatment

All AAT Follow-Up Sessions usually take about 20 to 30 minutes to complete. 

A Follow up Session includes:

• checking on the patient’s improvement
• rechecking the previous AAT treatment
• treating a new family group of substances with an AAT treatment.

No, you should not stop taking any medicine prescribed by your doctor. There is no need to stop taking over-the-counter medicines.

No. AAT does not require traditional allergy tests before treatment, but if you have had an allergy test done by your doctor, you are encouraged to bring in the test results with you to your appointment.

No, AAT does not perform traditional allergy tests. Instead, alongside a health history, AAT uses a Stress Assessment (Muscle Response Test) to identify substances that are causing stress on the body’s systems and contributing to your symptoms.

All AAT practitioners are fully credentialed health care professionals, including Medical Doctors, Chiropractors, Osteopaths, Acupuncturists, Naturopaths, Naprapaths, Doctors of Physical Therapy, Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, and Veterinarians. 

AAT is not covered by insurance since there is not a diagnostic code for the treatment. However, you can use your Flex Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Accounts (HAS) to cover the AAT treatments.