While OTC medication can work wonders, and most people are happy to use it, there are some natural options that can have a significant impact on pain management.
Herbs, aromatherapy, and even simple heat can bring a lot of relief.
So what are some of the most popular and effective natural pain relievers?
Lavender
Lavender has long been used to help people relax, and often relaxing tense muscles can offer a lot in the way of pain reduction.
Small studies have shown that lavender was successful when used to reduce the pain of a migraine. And for many years, it has been used as an effective pulse point oil to reduce anxiety.
While you won’t ingest the oil, there are tea blends that are made with lavender and chamomile.
CBD
Cannabinoid oil has been sweeping the world with its relaxation and pain-relieving properties. While CBD doesn’t get you high, it can reduce inflammation, help you sleep better and works with the body’s own system to support natural functions.
Studies show that for those with chronic pain illnesses, the entourage effect is better; this means using something like the grape slurry strain, which contains the THC and CBD combination that can benefit many people.
Heat & Cold
If you don’t like the idea of soaking in a warm bath, or perhaps you don’t have a tub, then you can use wheat heat packs to help target the specific area of pain. Applying heat to the area opens up the blood flow and helps the muscle in the area become more relaxed.
You can swap between heat and cold to get the desired impact. Using a cold ice pack will restrict the blood flow and reduce inflammation.
Meditation
Unsurprisingly our minds and how we feel have a huge impact on how we feel. When we are tired or feeling a little bit low, our pain levels can feel unbearable. That cycle gets deeper when you can’t sleep, or you feel low due to your pain.
Meditation can be a great option for people who want to take the mental aspect of their pain. There are many guided meditation applications that can help you learn to tune out the world around you and find some peace.
Meditation isn’t the type of thing you just manage to do well, you’ll need to practice, and over time you can ditch the guided meditation and do it where and when you need to.
Food
Add some anti-inflammatory food to your diet. Fish, nuts and omega-3 fatty acids and some fruits and vegetables are linked to reducing pain by reducing the inflammation in the body.
Take a look at your diet and start adding in food that has extra benefits when it comes to your pain management.
Comedy
It can be hard to get into a funny movie when you are feeling a bit on the sore side. However, laughing is one of the most natural pain relievers we have. When we laugh, we increase our blood circulation and increase our endorphins, and it’s those endorphins that are the body’s own natural pain killer.
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