Herbal Pain Relief
Herbal Pain Relief Alternatives...If you suffer from chronic pain, you will know that conventional pain killers often stop working. Try herbal pain relief instead. Find out more about how natural health remedies can provide safe and effective alternative pain relief... Suffering from chronic pain can be scary, depressing and very debilitating. Understand what pain is all about, here… All too often, long term pain can not be successfully treated with conventional pain relief drugs. The effects wear off after using the drugs for a while, and they just don’t work… They can also have some very unpleasant side effects. Click here to find out more about the side effects. This is where alternative pain relief, and holistic pain relief treatments can come in very useful. There are many different kinds of natural pain relief treatments, so it may take a little time to discover the one that really suits you… Herbal pain relief is one option to try. Herbal remedies have been used traditionally, to relieve pain, for thousands of years. Some of these alternative pain relief treatments are taken internally, as capsules, or a tea. Or can be used as topical pain relief, applied externally as creams, or massage oils and lotions. Compared to conventional pain relief treatments, herbal pain relief is very safe and gentle …. And yes! It’s even effective too! There are some precautions that should be taken with some herbal pain relief remedies, but don’t worry, we’ll look at these here, as well as all the benefits and the other options… Where I have managed to source a quality supply of affordable herbal remedies I have included it below too - just click on the product if you want more information... Always remember to consult your healthcare provider before taking any decisions regarding your health. Herbal Pain Relief to Try…Meadowsweet and Camomile
Willow Bark
Wild Yam
Black Cohosh
Cayenne
St John’s Wort
Corydalis
California Poppy and Wild Lettuce
Jamaican Dogwood
Yellow Jasmine or Aconite
Aromatherapy
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Meadowsweet and Camomile
- Meadowsweet works to relieve pain in a similar way to aspirin - but as a gentle, all natural, herbal pain relief remedy.
- It is best used in combination with camomile.
- Camomile is a very calming and relaxing herb, so it can help get the body and mind into that relaxed frame of mind, where pain is felt less.
- Make a tea with:
- 1 teaspoon from a mixture, containing equal amounts of meadowsweet and camomile
- Add to a cupful of boiling water
- Steep for 10 minutes and strain
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Willow Bark- Willow is a very traditional herbal pain relief remedy. It has been used for thousands of years.
- It works in a similar way to aspirin, for alternative pain relief, and to reduce any inflammation.
- It is best to take capsules.
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  Nature's Way White Willow Bark - 100 caps
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Wild Yam- This works in a similar way to conventional pain relief steroids, to reduce inflammation, and thereby soothe pain.
- It is also a very useful herbal remedy for treating all kinds of menstrual problems, or women’s gynecological problems.
- Take capsules or tincture.
- Caution: High doses may cause nausea.
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 Nature's Way Wild Yam - 100 caps
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Black Cohosh- Black Cohosh, too, works in a similar way to steroids to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
- This, too, is very often used for menstrual cramps and irregularities, or for menopausal symptoms.
- Take capsules or tincture.
- Caution:
- May cause upset stomach
- Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding
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 Nature's Herbs Black Cohosh Extract - Black Cohosh, 60 caps
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Cayenne
- Cayenne pepper contains a substance called ’capsaicin’. This has been proven to relieve pain for many different painful conditions.
- Unlike conventional pain relief medication, the treatment stays effective with long term use.
- This is often found in natural pain relief creams, so is excellent for topical pain relief.
- It does take a few weeks of use, to become fully effective.
- Apply commercially bought creams 4-6 times a day.
- Caution:
- Cayenne can sometimes cause a burning sensation on the skin.
- This does not actually cause damage to the skin, but can be unpleasant.
- If you do experience this side effect, try using a lower concentration of cream.
- If you wish, you can gradually increase the concentration as your body gets used to the cream.
- For this reason, do not be tempted to use your own cayenne peppers from home directly on the skin.
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 Dr. Christopher's Cayenne Ointment - 2 oz
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St John’s Wort- St John’s Wort is best known as an antidepressant treatment, but is actually a very effective treatment for the nervous system.
- St John’s Wort can help to calm the whole nervous system, and this helps to decrease the pain messages that travel to and from the brain.
- St John’s Wort also works as a herbal pain relief treatment by relaxing muscle spasms and muscle tensions.
- I regularly use St John’s Wort myself for these reasons.
- Take capsules.
- Caution:
- Do not take with antidepressants, oral contraceptives, L-dopa or melatonin
- May cause sensitivity to sunlight
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  Natrol St. John`s Wort - 60 tab
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Corydalis- This is a traditional Chinese herbal pain relief treatment. It is usually used in combination with other herbs.
- Corydalis acts in the same way as conventional narcotic drugs, like codeine. It acts on the brain to actually alter the perception of pain.
- It also acts to relax and sedate the patient – this in itself helps the brain to ‘switch off’ the pain signals coming from the nerves.
- Caution: Can sometimes cause headaches, constipation and tiredness.
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California Poppy and Wild Lettuce
- These are more often used to treat insomnia or anxiety. These herbal pain relief remedies are very relaxing.
- Being relaxed in this way helps the receptors in the brain to ignore the sensations of pain coming from the nerves.
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Jamaican Dogwood- Jamaican Dogwood bark works as a herbal pain relief remedy, in a similar way to aspirin.
- It can also help to reduce inflammation.
- The herb is also soothing and relaxing and helps to relieve anxiety.
- Take capsules
- Caution:
- Do not take if you suffer from heart problems.
- Do not take if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Yellow Jasmine or Aconite- These herbal pain relief remedies are both very effective, but you should only take them as prescribed by a qualified medical herbalist.
- Unsupervised use can actually be fatal!
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Aromatherapy- Aromatherapy essential oils can be a very effective herbal pain relief remedy.
- Gentle massage using essential oils can really help to relax you, which starts to soothe pain on its own.
- Baths:
- Take a warm, relaxing bath for 15-20 minutes, with 6-8 drops (total) of a selection from the following essential oils:
- eucalyptus
- camphor
- rosemary
- sage
- lavender
- ginger
- juniper
- Massage:
- Also try using 15 drops (total) of the above essential oils in 50ml of olive oil or almond oil.
- Massage the mixture gently into the painful part of the body.
- Muscle Pain:
Especially try eucalyptus oil
Arthritis:Headaches:- eucalyptus
- marjoram
- lavender
Stomach Pains:- Indigestion:
- Constipation or Flatulence:
- IBS or Stress:
Period Pains:Shop for your Essential Oil supplies here. Return to the list of herbal remedies for pain. More Recommended ProductsThese are all natural blends of herbs, to help relieve pain, from the inside.... Get more info on RealHeal to relieve pain and promote faster healing after surgery or injury ...and for topical pain relief treatments... Get more info on RealHeal Oil to soothe and relieve pain and promote faster healing You have many herbal pain relief options to try. To take as: - teas
- capsules
- creams
- relaxing baths and massages
The real beauty of such natural and alternative pain relief options, is that they don’t have the unpleasant side effects of conventional pain relief treatments. Herbal remedies can also be taken long term, and don’t lose their effectiveness - again, unlike conventional medications. For the best effect, combine your herbal pain relief remedies with other holistic pain relief treatments and therapies… Check out the problems with conventional pain relief treatments. Learn more about pain: Pain – Explained! What works for you? Do you have any tips and experiences in treating your pain to share? Tell us about your experiences... Return to the main page for Widespread and Topical Pain Relief Information Return from this Herbal Pain Relief page to the Home Page.
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