Muscle Spasms and Pain
Muscle spasms and pain can really be a pain in the you know what. There are lots of natural ways to remedy the problem. Some are simple and some are more complex. Based on my personal experience, which isn't much, leg cramps and spasms are the most painful. I had a knot in my back a few times years ago. I went to the chiropracter and they put an ultrasound machine on my back to relax it. I nearly jumped out of my skin! She said she had never seen anyone react like that at the setting she had it on. But, believe me, it hurt. It did relax it in the long run, but it was not an experience I will ever forget. The next time I went to the doctor and he prescribed a muscle relaxer. I found I do not react well to them either. I couldn't even change my daughters diaper. Talk about a brain fog! 
My experience with muscle cramps have been during labor, having a baby. That is just plain awful. The nurse took my foot by the toes and pulled it up toward my body. Apparently that relieves the stress on the muscle and it stops the cramp. I could have kissed her! But I was still a bit busy having a baby at the time.
Healing foods Vitamin C -leafy greens, citrus fruits, brown rice, sprouts, broccoli, tomatoes, green peppers- Potassium rich foods-bananas, broccoli, sunflower seeds, beans and legumes, whole grains and dried fruits- Magnesuim rich foods-lettuce, bell peppers, green leafy vegetables, molasses, nuts and seafoods- Sea greens-rich in iodine and potassium- Drink lots of healthy liquids-muscles need fluids to contract and relax- Avoid refined sugars, processed and preserved foods-food sensitivities to these are often the cause of twitches and spasms- Electrolyte drinks-good for mineral salts transportation-
Herbal remedies -Arnica gel or cream- -Black Cohosh- -Horse Chestnut- -Lavender and peppermint essential oil-add 1 drop each to a carrier oil like olive, jojoba, almond. Massage into the painful area. If the aches or cramps are occuring at night, use black pepper essential oil instead of peppermint.  My own thoughts Working with people I have come to the conclusion that a lot of long term muscle aches come from tension and/or toxic build-up. If you pay attention to the way you hold your thoughts in certain body areas, that is likely where you will find tense spots. Until you release those mental tensions, those muscles don't have a chance to relax. Just being aware of this is sometimes all it takes. I found that practicing Yoga is a great way to let go of tension, both mentally and physically. The Y Catalog.. So is meditation. Toxic build-up can happen to all of us. There are many great detoxifying herbs that help. -Burdock- -Echinacea- -Yellow dock- -Nettles- Of course there are many more, and most work better in combinations. I encourage any of you that have on going muscle aches or fatigue to get in touch with a knowelgable herbalist or natural health practitioner. They can personally help you get in touch with the source of the problem and find ways to remedy it.
Nothing on this page has been approved by the FDA and is not intended to replace the medical advice of your Healthcare Professional.
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