Back pain and natural supplements

[Ghwktuzgglkoi]

Hi there everyone, I wonder if you can help?? I know there are lots of threads relating to back pain already but thought I'd start this one anyway.
I've had back pain for 20 years and had all kinds of treatment, from physio, osteopathy, chiropractic, acunpuncture etc. It's not serious but really makes me so miserable. Im only 38 and since my last really bad bout (which completely shifted and rotated my pelvis the other way this time) I havent been able to walk very far at all. I am so on edge all the time, I cant carry much, have to be very careful with housework, shopping etc and have difficulty bending to pick anything up i.e. if I drop something.
Since this last bout, it has now not only changed sides but also crept up my spine to the top of my back. The whole of my spine feels really sore.
I take Devil's Claw but dont notice any difference. I was just wondering if anybody can recommend some other natural supplements/pain relief that I could try??
Look forward to any replies!! Many thanks, Bambi x x x x

 

[dawmbglb]

Have you tried Bowen Technique?, I believe in this, and seen the results with my own eyes, that it does work, what I know the pain can sometimes worsen, but this is a sign that this is working. Its got to gt worse to get better, this is what one of my clients has said to me, and I don't do Bowen technique, will do at one point in my life, but not just now.

Good luck I hope you get on fine with Bowen, I do sympathise with you, back pain is not the greatest to have.

 

[Bob Smith]

When there is such a large area of the spine that is inflamed, then it suggests that there is a systemic problem.

With such a long history of this I would guess that your GP has tested for indicators of some of the more obvious conditions i.e. ankylosing spondilitis?

The test is based on the presence of something called HLA B27 in the blood and whilst it's not 100% accurate it is generally accepted as a 'good indicator'. AK is now believed to be as common in women as men, the difference being is that when present in females the symptoms and areas affected are less predicatable.

So make sure you've been checked out for the above.

Alternatives to Devil's Claw as a natural anti-inflammatory include Cat's Claw. This does have a blood thinning affect, so take at own risk and do not take if already on any blood thinning medication i.e. Warfarin or Heparin.

Also, strong anti-oxidants. Suggest Neways Revenol and steering clear of mega doses of Vitamin C, as those prone to inflammation can be aggravated by excess acidity. Ascorbic acid, being, well an acid.

May be worth looking into the acid-alkali theory on arthritis and also allergies - check Allergy Forum, particularly NAET treatment.

In the meantime keep your self active and regular stretching. If you do yoga, then practice daily and not just at a weekly class.

Local application of circulation stimulating essential oils (black pepper) or propriety creams i.e. Deep Heat, Firey Jack, etc.

Andrew.