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Holistic
Tips On Back
Pain
By Lisa
S. Lawless, Ph.D., Holistic Wisdom C.E.O.
There
are many causes of back pain. Aches and pains in the back are
due to mechanical disorders, which are from damage to the ligaments,
muscles, vertebral joints, or discs. Some causes of back pain
include: poor posture, lack of exercise, obesity, heavy lifting,
pregnancy, stress, and even depression and other emotional strains.
If you struggle with back pain, or know someone who does, here
are some useful tips on how to manage it.
Some
of the symptoms of back pain are~
~ Muscle Spasms
~ Lower Back Pain
~ Stiffness
~ Pins & Needles
If
you find that you are struggling with back pain and you believe
it to be due to an emotionally stressful event in your life, or
if you are struggling with anxiety or depression, you may want
look into getting counseling to work through it. Whether you get
counseling with us or somewhere else, it may be just what you
have needed to not only deal with the emotional stressors in your
life, but to get some assistance from a good chiropractor.
Here
are some herbal remedies that may be helpful-
Chinese
Herbalism:
~
Teasel Root, Ginseng, and Acanthopanax to relieve pain.
~ Jing Je can be used to reduce swelling.
~ Pseudoginseng Root to relieve swelling and general pain.
Herbalism:
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Massage cramp bark cream into the back or take it in the form
of decoction,
tincture, or capsules.
~ Rub macerated Comfrey or St. John's Wort to relieve pain.
~ Jamaican Dogwood, St. John's Wort, Vervain, and White Willow
reduce
inflammation and relieve pain.
Aromatherapy:
Use in bath, or in massage.
~ Lavender for relaxation.
~ Juniper, Rosemary, Marjoram, Ginger are great for fatigue related
pain.
~ Bergamot & Myrrh are anti-inflammatory.
Ayurveda:
~ Aloe Vera for inflammation applied externally.
~ Mustard Oil massaged into the painful area can reduce pain and
aching.
~ Cayenne used externally and massaged into painful area is good
for muscle
stiffness and soreness.
We
also provide tips on Sensual
Massage that can ease back tension.
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