As a Chiropractor, I know that without optimum
nerve function our body will start to breakdown in any number of ways.
Ensuring there is no interference on nerves travelling down the spinal
column is my job. This is the first and most important method for
treating chronic pain.
Dr. J B Whitlow
Thursday, February 14, 2013 by: Jonathan Benson, staff writer naturalnews.com
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Treating chronic pain is a complex issue because there are numerous
factors that contribute to its development and persistence. Contrary to
popular belief, most instances of chronic pain do not actually originate
in the muscles, bones, and tissues, but rather in the nerves, which
means eating foods and taking herbs that promote central nervous system
health may be the best approach to getting rid of chronic pain for good.
Here are 10 ways to treat chronic pain naturally without drugs:
1) Willow bark.
Used for thousands of years in many different cultures to reduce fever
and inflammation, willow bark is a powerful painkilling herb that is
still used today to treat back pain, arthritis, headaches, and
inflammatory conditions like bursitis and tendinitis. The active
ingredient in willow bark, salicin, is actually the compound that was
first used in the 1800s to develop aspirin. Though it may not work as
quickly as aspirin, willow bark is said to provide longer-lasting
benefits without the harmful side effects. (
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/willow-bark-000281.htm)
2) Cannabis.
Aside from its psychoactive effects, the active ingredient in cannabis,
tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), is a powerful analgesic with proven
pain-relieving properties. Numerous studies have found that taking
cannabis can help ease neurological pain without causing harmful side
effects, which makes it a far more promising candidate than what
conventional medicine has to offer. And even better than smoking
cannabis is juicing its leaves raw, which has been shown to actually
reverse chronic pain and illness. (
http://www.naturalnews.com/035759_cannabis_juicing_health.html)
3) Turmeric.
One of the most powerful known anti-inflammatory herbs, turmeric is
virtually unparalleled in its ability to treat arthritis, gout,
autoimmune disease, sciatic, and other inflammatory conditions.
Systemically, turmeric helps quell disease-causing inflammation in all
its forms, and may be the key to overcoming whatever pains might be
ailing you.
4) Kava kava. Pacific
Islanders have long utilized kava kava, also known as "intoxicating
pepper," to unwind and relax after a long day. But this natural
botanical is also highly effective at reducing anxiety, easing nerves,
relaxing muscles, and subdue pain. Because of its synergistic ability to
promote restfulness both mentally and physically, kava kava can be
extremely helpful in overcoming chronic pain, especially when such pain
has a psychological component. (
http://www.konakavafarm.com/articles/alternative.html)
5) Skullcap.
An herb native to North America, skullcap has been used for more than
200 years to treat anxiety, nervous tension, convulsions, and pain. And
Chinese skullcap, a similar but slightly different herb, has been shown
to help treat allergies, infections, inflammation, headaches, and even
cancer. Between the two herbs, chronic pain sufferers have a powerful
weapon for naturally calming their nerves and relieving pain. (
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/skullcap-000273.htm)
6) Valerian.
Often blended with skullcap, Valerian is another natural herb with an
extensive history of use in relieving pain. Often used as a sleeping aid
due to its ability to promote relaxation, Valerian is also useful for
easing anxiety and psychological stress, which are often responsible for
causing or exacerbating chronic pain. Valerian can also help treat
depression, muscle and joint pain, headaches, and menstrual pain (
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/valerian-000279.htm).
7) Devil's claw.
This native African herb is so effective at relieving arthritis, lower
back, knee, and hip pain that it has actually been approved as a
non-prescription medicine in Germany. Devil's claw has been shown in
studies to effectively relieve chronic pain in as little as 10 days of
therapeutic use without causing any harmful side effects. Devil's claw
can also be used in place of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs) like acetaminophen and ibuprofen to temporarily relieve pain. (
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/devils-claw-000237.htm)
8) Magnesium.
Magnesium comes up a lot as a recommendation in natural treatment
protocols, and this is no accident. A powerful treatment for both muscle
and nerve pain, magnesium has been shown to balance levels of a brain
chemical known as NMDA that is responsible for transmitting pain
throughout the nervous system. Magnesium deficiency is also a common
cause and amplifier of pain, so simply supplementing with it can help
significantly improve pain symptoms. (
http://www.psychologytoday.com)
9) SAM-e.
A popular dietary supplement for treating osteoarthritis and
depression, SAM-e, or S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine, is a compound naturally
found in every human cell in the body. Recognized for its
anti-inflammatory and analgesic benefits, SAM-e can help ease pain,
relieve stiffness, reduce joint swelling, and even rebuild cartilage.
SAM-e is also known to help treat fibromyalgia, bursitis, tendinitis,
and lower back pain. (
http://osteoarthritis.about.com/od/alternativetreatments/a/sam-e.htm)
10) Vitamin D.
Vitamin D deficiency is linked to a host of chronic illnesses,
including chronic pain. A 2009 study found that patients deficient in
vitamin D require almost twice as much pain medication as patients with
adequate levels, illustrating an inverse relationship between vitamin D
levels and pain. Supplementing with vitamin D and regularly exposing
your skin to natural sunlight just might be the remedy you need for
overcoming chronic pain. (
http://www.vitamindcouncil.org/)
Sources for this article include:
http://www.blessedmaineherbs.com/chpare.html
http://www.newsmaxhealth.com
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/05/14/stopping-pain-without-drugs/
http://www.rodale.com/natural-fibromyalgia-remedies
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