Guest guest Posted October 14, 2004 Report Share Posted October 14, 2004 Ginny, I happen to agree with your Dr. I also agree that "alternative medicine" is a wonderful idea. I am very tempted to try acupuncture again myself. A lot of people have had very positive results. My Drs. believe that my RSD is not as bad as it could/should be because of several things. The first is that I stopped smoking (seven years ago already!). The next is that I do try and stay as active as possible, including mentally. Everyone has their own limits, of course. The next is that I have tried to take supplements and eat well. I take a plethera of things, some of the things that have been suggested included cherry extract, coral calcium, coromega oils, etc. I usually suggest the website of my local health food store, as it's a wonderful site that gives a lot of suggestions for different ailments. RSD-CRPS is NOT specifically shown, but there are still numerous, including "chronic pain" conditions. That site is www.EarthlightNaturalFoods.com I received an email from Debbie/DJ the other day about alternative medicine and treatments, and would be happy to forward it (or ask her to if I've lost it) if you are interested. Hope this helps some.. JO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2004 Report Share Posted October 14, 2004 Jo, I believe in alternative medicine also. Any sites or information would be greatly appreciated. My dr gave me a few to try..feverfew for swelling, valerian root for sleep and relaxation, taking a bath in a mixture of both eucalyptus and peppermint, and garlic pills to try to raise my bp naturally. I am hoping this helps. So please pass on anything you have...Hugs..Ginnyjomal1@... wrote: Ginny, I happen to agree with your Dr. I also agree that "alternative medicine" is a wonderful idea. I am very tempted to try acupuncture again myself. A lot of people have had very positive results. My Drs. believe that my RSD is not as bad as it could/should be because of several things. The first is that I stopped smoking (seven years ago already!). The next is that I do try and stay as active as possible, including mentally. Everyone has their own limits, of course. The next is that I have tried to take supplements and eat well. I take a plethera of things, some of the things that have been suggested included cherry extract, coral calcium, coromega oils, etc. I usually suggest the website of my local health food store, as it's a wonderful site that gives a lot of suggestions for different ailments. RSD-CRPS is NOT specifically shown, but there are still numerous, including "chronic pain" conditions. That site is www.EarthlightNaturalFoods.com I received an email from Debbie/DJ the other day about alternative medicine and treatments, and would be happy to forward it (or ask her to if I've lost it) if you are interested. Hope this helps some.. JO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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