Monday, March 15, 2010

Homeopathic Options For Chronic Neck & Back Pain







According to homemademedicine.com, back pain in one form or another will strike nearly 80% of the population. The numbers for chronic back and neck pain are lower but the damage and suffering far more severe. Modern medicine does offer some good options for pain relief and healing but homeopathy can offer some viable alternatives free of addictive risk or side effects.


Barberry


Barberry is a treatment that works best with different types of lower back pain. It can help with pain that is kidney related from weakness or congestion. Barberry is also helpful in the treatment of sciatica, rheumatism and gout.








Cohosh


Taking cohosh can help with stiffness that can lead to pain. It contains natural anti-inflammatory properties that can relax muscles and reduce spasms in the lower back and neck. Cohosh also works with sciatica, arthritis and fibromyalgia.


Bromelian


If you enjoy eating pineapples then your back and neck ailments could soon be a thing of the past. Pineapples are rich in bromelian, which is effective in treating the late stages of inflammation. Bromelain can also speed the healing of many back and neck injuries and reduce the appearance of scar tissue.


Dong Quai


Dong Quai is an analgesic and is said to be nearly twice as powerful as aspirin. It is especially helpful in the treatment of muscle spasms, cramping and inflammation. Dong Quai can also regulate a woman's menstrual cycle. It is effective in the treatment of anemia and is an excellent tonic for the heart and liver. Taking Dong Quai as a homeopathic remedy can bring fast and long lasting relief from chronic back and neck pain as well as provide numerous other health benefits.


Kava Kava


Kava Kava is a natural muscle relaxant that is highly effective in both internal and external muscles and cramps. It has pain killing properties and can be taken safely with aspirin to enhance its ability to reduce pain. Kava kava is safe and non-addictive. It will not build up in the body's systems and for most will not create adverse side effects. There is, however, an FDA warning issued in 2002 linking the overuse of Kava Kava to liver damage, so carefully monitor your dosage.

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