Dec 26, 2001 01:29 PM
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Many people often complain that they have frequent muscle spasms which continue for years and that seeing a lot of chiropractors, accupuncturists, and conventional therapy doctors hasn't really helped in their Fibromyalgia.
Though I believe that Fibromyalgia is always a complex condition for the patient and may take years before you finally find one stable therapy to continue with, I give a list of 20 tips which might help in these conditions.
1.Angelica(dong quai), Astragalus, Garlic, Ginger.
Echinacea have immune enhancing properties.
Ginkgo biloba promotes good blood circulation, especially to the brain. It is also has antidepressant effects.
Passion flower is an antispasmodic that also aids in sleep.
St. John’s wort and hops are great for insomnia. St. John’s wort is also an effective anti-depressant. Hops is a great pain reliever and aids in digestion.
Red clover tea improves overall health and relaxes the body.
Burdock soothes pain caused by arthritis, rheumatism, and backache.
8.Wild yam is useful in that it helps relax muscle fiber
9.Seaweeds such as Irish moss, blue-green algae, and brown 10.algae have demonstrated anti-inflammatory properties.
11.Crampbark is considered a natural muscle relaxant
12.Mustard oil can be applied externally for the relief of minor aches and pains. Caution: Poultices should be carefully attended, as too long an
application can result in tissue damage and pain.
- Cayenne(capsicum) pepper relieves muscle pain when applied externally. Try mixing cayenne powder with wintergreen oil.
14.Enteric-coated peppermint oil is an effective remedy for indigestion. Peppermint is a great digestive aid, and relieves upset stomach and gas. Caution: Do not take any other form, or esophageal reflux and heartburn
may result.
15 Blue cohosh is an antispasmodic that contains calcium, magnesium, and potassium.
16 Turmeric and white willow bark have anti-inflammatory properties, useful for joint pain and swelling
17 Chaparral works to help alleviate leg cramps.
18.Valerian root, lobelia, skullcap, and myrrh gum may be useful when used in combination.
19 Dandelion has been found effective in relieving joint stiffness and inflammation
- Other herbs that may be useful are horsetail, alfalfa, oat straw, slippery elm, papaya, star anise, and Panax ginseng.
Essential oils of jasmine, lemon balm, rosemary, and clary sage relieve nervous exhaustion and may be used in aromatherapy. Place several drops in a warm bath or atomizer, or on a cotton ball, and inhale.
Hope this helps
Regards
Puneet Aggarwal
