There are several natural substances that have helped regenerate nerves and in one specific case has cured quadriplegia. These are items from Mother Nature, and she knows all about nerves.
While orthodox medicine is diligently looking for a cure for spinal cord injuries and other nerve related conditions, it should be clearly understood by everyone that any cure or treatment for spinal cord injury, or other nerve damage, that orthodox medicine comes up with, will involve highly profitable prescription drugs. Orthodox doctors are not allowed to practice natural medicine.
This means two things. First, orthodox researchers are not researching natural substances in the treatment of spinal cord injuries or nerve damage, and second, even if some natural substance could cure nerve damage cases, orthodox medical doctors could not use it (actually, this second item is a major reason for the first, but not the only reason).
With all of this in mind, you should know that at least one case of quadriplegia has been cured with a perfectly natural substance called DMSO (Dimethyl sulfoxide).
ridingdirty...unfortunately it is impossible for me to give advice. Its all a very individual thing..some people like to explore alternative treatments and some prefer to stay with the traditional treatments.
The best thing to do is to explore all the options, be informed and then make a decision on what you feel is right for you.
At Inspired we always try to find out about research and treatments that are current and relevant and then post them up on the forum for our members. At least this way you can stay updated with new treatments/trials etc. You could also ask the advice of a medical practitioner
Essential Oils Some of the best remedies for pain are in the form of essential oils!
Helpful, are essential oils of basil, clove, camphor, menthol, eucalyptus, ginger, black pepper, wintergreen and peppermint, rosemary oils and are all beneficial for pain management.
Basil: contains several antioxidants in its volatile oils that act just like some non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and Celebrex. When isolated at high enough concentrations these oils worked as well as ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin in research trials.
Camphor: is a white transparent waxy crystalline solid with a strong penetrating pungent aromatic odor. As an antimicrobial substance, camphor is readily absorbed through the skin and produces a feeling of cooling similar to that of menthol and acts as slight local anesthetic. In larger quantities, it is poisonous when ingested and can cause seizures, confusion, irritability, and neuromuscular hyperactivity. Found in our Muscular/Pain Remedy Blend.
Clove: this intense oil, most commonly used to relieve dental pain and infection, is also used to dissolve the eggs deposited by intestinal worms. It is delicious but overwhelming in both smell and taste. It is an antiseptic, carminative, warming, and very aromatic oil.
Eucalyptus: reduces pain, spasms and inflammation, and stimulates local blood circulation and the removal of waste products and toxins from the tissues. It is used to treat muscular aches and pains, strains, sprains, and other traumatic injuries of the muscles, ligaments and tendons. It also helps to reduce nerve inflammation and pain and is useful for the treatment of the various kinds of neuralgia such as sciatica. Eucalyptus reduces pain and inflammation due to chronic arthritic conditions. It also has a mild clearing and stimulating effect on the mind which helps to reduce fatigue.
Ginger: This rich, spicy oil so often used for nausea also helps normalize blood pressure either by raises blood pressure by restricting external blood flow, or lowers it by dilating surface blood vessels. This oil is warming and an antiseptic.
Menthol is actually a compound obtained from peppermint oil or other mint oils or made synthetically. Menthol has local anesthetic and counterirritant qualities. It is contained in nonprescription products for short-term relief of minor sore throat and minor mouth or throat irritation. Menthol is also contained in combination products used for relief of muscle aches, sprains, and similar conditions. Menthol is often used with other ingredients such as camphor and eucalyptus for pain relief. Menthol is considered an antidote for many homeopathic remedies and should be avoided by people taking them. Found in our Muscular/Pain Remedy Blend.
Peppermint: acts as a muscle relaxant, particularly in the digestive tract, and it can also reduce the inflammation of nasal passages and relieve muscle pains. When massaged into the skin, peppermint oil plays an innocuous trick on the nerves: It stimulates those that produce a cool, soothing sensation and desensitizes those that pick up pain messages.
Rosemary: Studies show that this oil improves general circulation.
Tea Tree: has a wide range of topical applications and is commonly used to treat skin and respiratory infections. Surprisingly, the oil is active against all three categories of infectious organisms: bacteria, viruses and fungi. Tea tree oil is an effective treatment for many skin conditions, such as cold sores, the blisters of shingles and chicken pox, verrucae, warts, acne, large inflamed spots and nappy rash. It is also effective against fungal infections, such as ringworm, athlete’s foot and thrush, as well as dandruff–a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis.
How Much do I Use?
Always refer to the reference guides for single oils and blends. They usually have an essential oils use section. Generally, several drops in your palms, feet or on location will be sufficient.
Oils should be diluted up to 30% for massage and more for children and certain pets. One drop per tablespoon or more of vegetable oil is recommended in several books for infants.
I am concerned about my Skin Response. What do I do?
If you are concerned about your skin sensitivity, then perform a quick, skin check (below), or again, dilute it with a vegetable oil base.
On the inside of your upper arm, place one drop of oil to see if any redness develops. If so, apply a vegetable oil base to dilute the oil before reapplying.
Acupuncture seems to be at least as beneficial as the drugs it has been tested against, though in some circumstances neither may be very effective. As yet, there is insufficient research to indicate which patient groups it may be most helpful for. Acupuncture may offer additional benefits, from better sleep to reduced mortality, and probably has fewer side effects than pharmaceutical treatment.
In general, acupuncture is believed to stimulate the nervous system and cause the release of neurochemical messenger molecules. The resulting biochemical changes influence the body's homeostatic mechanisms, thus promoting physical and emotional well-being.
Research has shown that acupuncture treatment may specifically help to relieve neuropathic pain by: Reducing hypersensitivity induced by spinal nerve ligation, an effect dependent on the opioid system (Cidral-Filho 2011); Inhibiting paclitaxel-induced allodynia/hyperalgesia through spinal opioid receptors (Meng 2011); Influencing the neurotrophic factor signalling system, which is important in neuropathic pain (Dong 2006). Acting on areas of the brain known to reduce sensitivity to pain and stress, as well as promoting relaxation and deactivating the ‘analytical’ brain, which is responsible for anxiety and worry (Hui 2010; Hui 2009); Increasing the release of adenosine, which has antinociceptive properties (Goldman 2010); Improving muscle stiffness and joint mobility by increasing local microcirculation (Komori 2009), which aids dispersal of swelling; Reducing inflammation, by promoting release of vascular and immunomodulatory factors (Kavoussi 2007);
Duct tape to help nerve pain This is an unusual one..I was reading on a popular CES facebook page how scotch tape was helping relieve nerve pain..so i went on the net to search for any relevant info...
We also have an interesting thread that was started up by one of our members...take a read, there is a useful link there...it refers to medical marijuana
Excellent thread! Will be researchig DMSO further. For myofascial release massage, part of my non-pharma pain management, I use castor oil with some peppermint oil in it--very effective all together.
Excellent thread! Will be researchig DMSO further. For myofascial release massage, part of my non-pharma pain management, I use castor oil with some peppermint oil in it--very effective all together.
Ah yes, i remember reading that castor is very good! ....and please come back and share what you find out further on DMSO....it is an ingredient that is in some of the treatments for our horses so im very interested.
Information on Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) Treatments for Horses
Dimethyl-Sulfoxide, or DMSO for short, is a substance that is well known in veterinary circles. First and foremost it is much appreciated for its superior ability to calm swellings, relieve inflammation, and even help when spinal and head trauma are involved, simply because DMSO penetrates the animal’s skin quickly and in sufficient amounts to assist in the healing. Horse owners swear by it to treat founder and to reduce arthritic symptoms in their animals.
Excellent thread! Will be researching DMSO further. For myofascial release massage, part of my non-pharma pain management, I use castor oil with some peppermint oil in it--very effective all together.
Ah yes, i remember reading that castor is very good! ....and please come back and share what you find out further on DMSO....it is an ingredient that is in some of the treatments for our horses so im very interested.
Castor oil is a wonderful skin lubricant--seems oily, but works into skin quickly and has no sticky residue. Smells like dry grass when applied, but no lingering scent. When using deep tissue massage, it prevents skin shearing. I also use it on my bum (TMI--yeah, yeah!).
The idea that music can heal the soul or "soothe the savage breast" is well-known. Music's healing power over the body has also attracted attention from scientists who aim to test this ancient wisdom. A growing body of research supports the claim that music can alleviate physical pain. Studies have shown music to be an effective pain reliever, both on its own and as an adjuvant in connection with other types of therapy. Long-term studies of music therapy in pain management have shown it to be associated with improved quality of life and reduced consumption of pain relievers.
When the burning nerve pain in my feet is driving me crazy, i put my headphones on and play music. It's a great distraction to help take my mind off the burning so i can see how music therapy could be beneficial.
wavewolf, in the disability/SCI world, there's no such thing as sharing TMI But Lαrα, this is an excellent and informational post and I will definitely post in it with some personal experiences/information after!
I've been researching herbal medicine for years, and someday I hope to go to school for it and get my certificate in Homeopathy. Sadly, I haven't found anything to relieve my nerve pain yet. I occasionally use peppermint/spearmint oil on my right knee. (I have a torn ligament & shredded meniscus and my knee dislocates whenever I stand and put weight through it.) I use tea tree oil on the eczema in my ears. Capsaicin, which is found in hot peppers like chiles, jalapenos, etc., desensitizes nerves and is sometimes helpful for nerve pain, from my experience.