Category Archives for: Pain
Butterbur may cut migraines by 60% | added 2013/07/11
The swamp flower butterbur stinks to high heaven, but when it comes to relieving stubborn migraines, it just may be a godsend. A recent study showed that the extract of this plant, which has been used by Native Americans for centuries to treat headaches, may be able to reduce migraine episodes by 60%. It could offer safe and natural relief from the dizziness, nausea and pain of frequent migraines.
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Prolotherapy injections effective therapy for knee arthritis | added 2013/06/06
If you have been struggling with the debilitating pain of knee arthritis, a little sugar may be just what you need to relieve your aching joints. A new study has shown that prolotherapy, where a sugar water solution is injected into patients’ balky knees, can be more than twice as effective as exercise in relieving pain, increasing mobility, and improving quality of life.
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Eliminate pain and bring lasting relief for chronic pain sufferers in as little as ten minutes flat | added 2013/05/22
Last October Dr. Gaston visited Denver, where he learned a revolutionary method for relieving chronic pain known as the Kaufman Pain Neutralization Technique, (PNT). Since his return from the seminar Dr. Gaston has been treating chronic pain of almost all types. Read On
Creatine offers hope for fibromyalgia muscle weakness | added 2013/05/16
Fibromyalgia sufferers often spend years looking for relief from their daily bouts with pain, depression, muscle weakness and fatigue. But a new study shows that creatine, an organic acid found in many muscle-building supplements, could help you increase muscle strength by up to 10 percent in just weeks. But you shouldn’t buy creatine supplements just anywhere — here’s how to find the product that’s appropriate for you. Read On
Vitamin D may prevent uterine fibroids, hysterectomies | added 2013/05/02
Uterine fibroids can cause heavy bleeding and pelvic pain, and they are the leading cause of hysterectomies — a dangerous surgery that leaves behind tremendous physical and emotional damage. But new research shows that just by stocking up on vitamin D, you may be able prevent uterine fibroids from ever developing. This one vitamin may be able to prevent thousands of hysterectomies a year. Read On
Conquer the pain of carpal tunnel naturally | added 2013/04/25
In 1966 Dr. John Ellis published The Doctor Who Looked at Hands, followed by Vitamin B6, the Doctor’s Report in 1973. In both, he reported that carpal tunnel syndrome (pain, numbness, and tingling on the “palm side” of the wrists, extending into the hands) could be eliminated with vitamin B6. Read On
May 2013 NAH Newsletter | added 2013/04/25
IN THIS ISSUE: Unlock the hidden healing potential in garlic: The “toxic gas” that can boost your brain and heart health while putting the zing back into your love life; New insights into better digestion with bitter herbs; Conquer the pain of carpal tunnel naturally Read On
Pfizer pays big for off-label marketing of neurontin | added 2013/04/25
Big Pharma giant Pfizer has been ordered to shell out $142 million for off-label marketing of its epilepsy drug Neurontin for a variety of ailments — such as bipolar disorder, migraines, and neuropathic pain — that it was never designed to treat. Read On
Hip, Knee Replacements Fail Nearly Half the Time | added 2013/04/08
Hip and knee replacements are heralded as silver bullets for millions suffering from devastating joint pain, but these surgeries fail nearly as often as they succeed. A new study shows that in almost half of all cases, these new joints fail to provide even modest improvements in your pain and quality of life. Read On
Physical therapy better option than surgery for knee arthritis, pain | added 2013/04/03
A new study shows that physical therapy is just as effective as surgery for knee pain, arthritis, and tears — and it comes without the dangerous side effects like blood clots. Read On
Vitamin D may reduce muscle pain and fatigue | added 2013/04/03
Sore, achy muscles can keep you bound to the couch instead of enjoying your favorite activities. But new research has shown that just a few weeks of supplementing with vitamin D may be all it takes to banish your muscle pain and fatigue and get you moving like a teenager again. Read On
Diabetes drugs linked to life-threatening pancreas swelling | added 2013/03/11
Byetta and Januvia were supposed to be a new class of diabetes drugs, but t instead a new analysis shows these drugs double your chance of developing pancreatitis, a dangerous and painful swelling of the pancreas. Read On
Common household chemical ups joint damage risk | added 2013/03/04
A new study shows that repeated exposure to common household perfluoridated compounds (PFCs), which are used in non-stick coatings and stain repellants, may dramatically increase a woman’s chance of developing joint-damaging osteoarthritis. Read On
Joint comfort miracle goes to work in as little as 7 days | added 2013/03/01
SemperFlex is brand-new breakthrough that ushers in a new era of natural joint comfort. Four cutting-edge ingredients work together to soothe, improve and support your aging joints. And the star ingredient, ApresFlex, has been shown to help you feel the difference in your joints in as little as 7 days! Read On
Infant acetaminophen use linked to asthma | added 2012/11/21
Acetaminophen has already been linked to hearing loss and liver problems and now a new study links childhood asthma risk with the pain reliever. Read On
Five steps to relieving migraine headaches naturally | added 2012/11/15
Many ophthalmic migraines can be relieved by testing for an eliminating typical headache triggers like food allergies, low blood sugar, or nutritional deficiencies. Read On
Doctors given money for spine fusion product studies | added 2012/11/12
An FDA committee believes it has found evidence that Medtronic, maker of a spinal infusion pain relief product called Infuse, paid consulting fees to doctors and used marketing ghostwriters on studies on the product. Read On
Is your MSM supplement giving you headaches? | added 2012/10/22
The sulfur content in your MSM joint supplement may be causing your headaches. Read On
Steroid injections for pain lead to fungal meningitis | added 2012/10/11
Steroid shots produced by the New England Compounding Center have led to fungal meningitis infections and multiple deaths. Read On
Simple vitamin B 12 can relieve bursitis pain | added 2012/09/17
Instead of taking risky NSAIDS or COX-2 inhibitors for bursitis pain try all natural vitamin B12 which can relieve the pain without the side effects. Read On
You can treat osteoarthritis symptoms naturally | added 2012/08/23
The pain and swelling of osteoarthritis can be addressed natural with diet and supplements. Read On
Pain in the breastbone could mean spinal misalignment | added 2012/08/13
Mysterious pain in the breastbone area can actually be a misalignment of the spine a condition that a chiropractor can often correct. Read On
You can treat toothache pain naturally | added 2012/08/01
To relieve toothache-pain naturally at home try activated charcoal powder or clove oil. But be sure the pain is not something more serious first. Read On
Fight the fatigue and pain of post-polo syndrome naturally | added 2012/06/28
Using selenium and vitamin C supplements to fight the fatigue, muscle weakness, and pain caused by post-polio syndrome. Read On
Relieve arthritis pain with MSM | added 2012/05/31
MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) appears to effectively relieve arthritis pain, but with long-term use it’s important to replenish the trace element molybdenum. Read On