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Holistic Medicine and Pain Relief - Part Two

July 31, 2007 on 10:53 pm | In Uncategorized | Comments Off

By Brad Bahr

The more you know about holistic pain relief the better off you will be in the long run. Let us look at some holistic therapies and how they help to combat the big “P”, otherwise known as pain.

Is meditation for pain useful?
Yes, it certainly is. Mediation is much easier to do than the general population actually believes it to be. In fact most people at some point in their lives have used one chosen kind of relaxation in one way or another. When you attempt to manage pain, you meditate by relaxing your mind in order to cope with what you need to. When you take a practical approach to pay attention to your breathing, such as when you engage in deep breathing, you are attempting to take your mind away from any worries or problems and take it to a better place where you are able to relax and be as calm, peaceful and centered as it is possible to be.

What can acupuncture help in my body?
Acupuncture can treat a multitude of health conditions. Some examples are a myriad of respiratory ailments and diseases such as acute sinusitis, acute rhinitis, acute tonsillitis and the common head cold. Acute bronchitis and bronchial asthma are both bronchopulmonary diseases that acupuncture has been shown to have excellent results in improving as well as the pain that often accompanies then. The eye disorders acupuncture helps include acute conjunctivitis, cataract that has no complications, myopia, and central retinitis. The mouth disorders acupuncture helps to include toothaches, gingivitis, pharyngitis, and pain or discomfort that sometimes takes place after a tooth is taken out. The orthopedic disorders acupuncture helps include periarthritis humeroscapularis, tennis elbow, lower back pain, rheumatoid arthritis and sciatica.

Is herbal medicine worthwhile to look into for health problems?
Absolutely. Herbal medicine in the form of herbs have been used for many centuries, dating back thousands of years for their unique ability to help relieve pain. There are different herbs that are recommended for different health problems. For example for spasms and cramps reach for angelica, kava, rosemary, valerian root and cramp bar whereas if nerve pain is your problem then turn to chamomile, capsaicin, licorice, white willow and gotu kola. If you are bothered by back pains then turn to the herbs wood betony, passionflower or hops for relief. For headaches reach for spearmint or peppermint whereas for migraine headaches in general turn to linden, skullcap or feverfew for help. If it is joint pain that is causing you problems then sea cucumber and ginger are what you need to help you through the rough spots.

What is the difference between a Swedish massage and a deep tissue massage?
A Swedish massage can be an effective method of relieving pain. At a massage session a qualified massage therapist will apply special massage oil to the skin and will then use her hands to make long and smooth strokes across the skin. Swedish massage is for the soft tissues of the body. Deep tissue massage on the other hand, reaches deep into the tissues and it is meant for painful and extremely strained and tight muscles that have been that way on a chronic basis. Deep tissue massage is also effective for repetitive strain as well as problems that have developed as a result of bad posture. This form of massage is useful at getting to problems that are connected with connective tissue and the deeper layers of muscles.

Should holistic methods of pain relief replace conventional Western medicine?
Holistic methods of pain relief are best used in conjunction with Western methods as opposed to on their own. Speak to your doctor for greater clarification on this subject.

About the author: Brad Bahr is the editor of many health related websites and publications. He has been testing and reviewing nutritional supplements for over 20 years. After trying hundreds of products, he recommends one supplement above all others for renewing health and energy: Learn More

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Holistic Medicine and Pain Relief - Part One

July 31, 2007 on 9:08 pm | In Uncategorized | Comments Off

By Brad Bahr

If you are not sure if you know enough about holistic medicine for it to be of benefit to you when you are in need of pain relief then read on for some frequently asked questions (FAQs) and their accompanying answers.

What is the number one cause of health problems according to most healthcare providers?
The answer is stress. Stress can cause tension in the muscles, fatigue, anxiety attacks, insomnia, migraine headaches, high blood pressure, depression, heart problems and many other problems. Stress can lead to a great many illnesses.

What is yoga and what is it good for?
Yoga is a holistic therapy that attempts to redirect stress and negative energy and helps to diffuse it so it will not lead to a buildup of stress, which can then cause illness in the human body. Practicing yoga on a consistent basis helps to keep the body in its natural form of balance and it helps to keep an individual’s level of health at its best.

What is shiatsu used to treat?
Shiatsu has been used to treat a number of health problems including anxiety, back pain, headaches, Insomnia, constipation, skin problems and many others. The number one thing shiatsu is good for is decreasing and relieving stress levels as well as relaxing the work of the nervous system and encouraging the immune system and the circulatory systems to work to their absolute best. Any stress related disorder can be greatly helped by the practice of shiatsu. Shiatsu is also beneficial in stimulating the hormone system and also plays a role in stimulating the digestive system and the reproductive system. Shiatsu can help free a person from almost all of the symptoms that accompany many health problems and it is effective at correcting behavioral imbalances in the body as well as postural imbalances that have become chronic.

Is hydrotherapy useful in treating many disorders or not?
The answer is yes it is. Hydrotherapy is an excellent holistic option to ridding an individual of many stress related disorders such as extreme anxiety, tension, and anxiety attacks. Hydrotherapy is also beneficial for those with hyperthermia, pulmonary disease, swollen ankles and varicose veins.

Does chelation therapy work to get rid of pain?
Chelation therapy is believed to be beneficial to those who are suffering from atherosclerosis as well as any other type of chronic degenerative disease that is related to the heart and the overall circulatory system. Chelation therapy is believe to work well because it gets rid of metallic catalysts in the human body that are responsible for the development and growth of free radicals in the body.

How can fasting help my pain?
Fasting is often recommended as a way of cleaning out the body when an individual is suffering from a sickness or has recently recovered from one. Illnesses that are acute are more receptive to the benefits of fasting than are chronic degenerative diseases and these include health problems such as disorders of the colon, respiratory diseases and allergies. By allowing the body a break from digesting food, fasting helps to get rid of toxins as quickly and efficiently as possible, thereby encouraging healing to begin. Fasting is good for the body in general and not just when a person is sick or is going through a low cycle. Fasting on a regular basis provides a rest from work for all of the body’s organs.

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Alcohol and bowel cancer linked

July 31, 2007 on 9:00 pm | In Uncategorized | Comments Off As Heather reported on earlier today, another blow to alcohol consumption has been found. European research released this week shows a connection between alcohol consumption and the possibility of developing bowel cancer.

The research concluded that people who drink one or two glasses of beer or win per day increase their chances of developing rectal (bowel) cancer by 10 percent. Is that number such a big deal? Absolutely.

Sound like a low amount? It's not -- and the researchers apparently looked at more than 500,000 people in the study, so the results are quite statistically significant. Out of that population, 18,000 people were found to have bowel cancer and the researchers dug in deep until they found out the correlation(s) with certain lifestyle choices.

It's always a good idea to have alcohol in very moderate amounts (although wine has been found to be healthy and not healthy), and this research points to more evidence to support that point. Will you abandon alcohol completely, though?

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Cancer patients see maze of care from doctors

July 31, 2007 on 9:00 pm | In Uncategorized | Comments Off If you have been through cancer treatment recently, were you given varying opinions from several medical practitioners? If so, you are not alone, as many cancer patients seem to be lost in haze of confusing medical jargon and differing opinions from several doctors.

With more than 1.4 million new cases of cancer due in 2007, one would expect the knowledge and options to be somewhat standard. As we all know, every case if different and there are so many variables at play that a customized treatment set is needed. Do all doctors pay this much attention to each cancer patient? Very doubtful -- there just are not enough specific cancer specialists to go around in my opinion.

The best defense is a good offense, so eating right and taking care of your body in exemplary fashion is a great idea regardless. But, if you end up developing cancer, it may take a decent dose of leaning and aggressiveness to battle through to the other side.

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Some national cancer statistics

July 31, 2007 on 9:00 pm | In Uncategorized | Comments Off Some national statistics on cancer included in the New York Times feature this week :

According to the American Cancer Society and the National Institutes of Health, there will be over 1.4 million new cases of cancer diagnosed this year.

Approximately 559,000 people will die from cancer this year in the U.S., making cancer responsible for about 1 out of 4 deaths in America.

I found this next statistic interesting, as I have seen so many conflicting numbers on this topic, the number of cancers that can be attributed to lifestyle.

According to this article, about 30 percent of cancer deaths this year will be from cancers caused by tobacco use. Another 33 percent of cancer deaths will be from cancers related to obesity, physican inactivity and poor nutrition combined. I assume that leaves 37 percent of cancer deaths due to genetic or otherwise unknown causes.

As far as age, 77% of all cancers diagnosed this year will be in individuals 55 years or older.

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