What can I use for my PAIN now that Vioxx, Celebrex, Bextra and Aleve are questionable? I imagine many primary doctors are hearing that question repeated over and over. And it is a good question. The American public is now starting to realize that medication has effects. Some of the effects you want but other effects are not so desirable. And sometimes, there is not an acceptable choice between effects. There are other choices for pain control, some as effective but perhaps not so convenient or as fast.
Acupuncture has for centuries been used for pain control and suppression. There are many surgeries done in Asian countries using only acupuncture for anesthesia. By placing the very small needles in certain specific points on the body, pain can be controlled. The five thousand year old art of Acupuncture has been linked to two hormones, Endorphin and Enkephlin, which are produced by the body and assist in combating pain. It has been discovered that after stimulation of an acupuncture point, the Endorphin level (long acting pain control) level in the brain rises thirty-five to forty-five percent.
Certain types of electrical stimulation can also produce substances to reduce pain and inflammation. Low frequency, high intensity stimulation of acupuncture points produces maximum therapeutic effect.
Chiropractic is excellent for pain control as well. By looking for the cause of the pain, addressing and correcting that cause, pain can be virtually eliminated. After all, your body only expresses “pain” when the nerves that conduct that sensation are stimulated. Frequently, the Chiropractic adjustive procedures decrease the stimulation of those pain nerves and then pain is no longer sensed. Many chiropractic offices now offer acupuncture and electrical stimulation in conjunction with the manipulation with excellent results.
Physical exercise is excellent for pain control. When we exercise, our bodies release those pain controlling compounds previously mentioned; endorphins and enkephalins. These compounds are very strong and give a feeling of well being. Long distance runners call it a “runners high”. Of course, exercise must be done in a way not to aggravate injured area and should be done under supervision certainly initially at least.
Nutritionally, there are options to help with decreasing pain. Swelling frequently accompanies injury and the use of enzymes to break down the fluid has been shown to be beneficial. Omega 3 fatty acids as well as Glucosamine Sulfate are well researched and shown to help with chronic inflammatory processes such as arthritis.
In many chiropractic and therapist offices, a form of therapy called Cold Laser is being used with significant results including pain reduction. This is a machine that uses light at a frequency which is in the laser wavelength but not at the same frequency that is used to burn or perform surgery. This is why it is called cold laser. The light is absorbed by the cells of the body being treated, specifically the mitochondria. Energy is produced which increases cell production and healing of the injured area. It is well researched especially for the use in carpal tunnel. I have used it successful to treat arthritic conditions in the hands, feet and hip as well as migraines, low back pain and even shingles.
What can I use for my PAIN now that Vioxx, Celebrex, Bextra and Aleve are questionable? I imagine many primary doctors are hearing that question repeated over and over. And it is a good question. The American public is now starting to realize that medication has effects. Some of the effects you want but other effects are not so desirable. And sometimes, there is not an acceptable choice between effects. There are other choices for pain control, some as effective but perhaps not so convenient or as fast.
Acupuncture has for centuries been used for pain control and suppression. There are many surgeries done in Asian countries using only acupuncture for anesthesia. By placing the very small needles in certain specific points on the body, pain can be controlled. The five thousand year old art of Acupuncture has been linked to two hormones, Endorphin and Enkephlin, which are produced by the body and assist in combating pain. It has been discovered that after stimulation of an acupuncture point, the Endorphin level (long acting pain control) level in the brain rises thirty-five to forty-five percent.
Certain types of electrical stimulation can also produce substances to reduce pain and inflammation. Low frequency, high intensity stimulation of acupuncture points produces maximum therapeutic effect.
Chiropractic is excellent for pain control as well. By looking for the cause of the pain, addressing and correcting that cause, pain can be virtually eliminated. After all, your body only expresses “pain” when the nerves that conduct that sensation are stimulated. Frequently, the Chiropractic adjustive procedures decrease the stimulation of those pain nerves and then pain is no longer sensed. Many chiropractic offices now offer acupuncture and electrical stimulation in conjunction with the manipulation with excellent results.
Physical exercise is excellent for pain control. When we exercise, our bodies release those pain controlling compounds previously mentioned; endorphins and enkephalins. These compounds are very strong and give a feeling of well being. Long distance runners call it a “runners high”. Of course, exercise must be done in a way not to aggravate injured area and should be done under supervision certainly initially at least.
Nutritionally, there are options to help with decreasing pain. Swelling frequently accompanies injury and the use of enzymes to break down the fluid has been shown to be beneficial. Omega 3 fatty acids as well as Glucosamine Sulfate are well researched and shown to help with chronic inflammatory processes such as arthritis.
In many chiropractic and therapist offices, a form of therapy called Cold Laser is being used with significant results including pain reduction. This is a machine that uses light at a frequency which is in the laser wavelength but not at the same frequency that is used to burn or perform surgery. This is why it is called cold laser. The light is absorbed by the cells of the body being treated, specifically the mitochondria. Energy is produced which increases cell production and healing of the injured area. It is well researched especially for the use in carpal tunnel. I have used it successful to treat arthritic conditions in the hands, feet and hip as well as migraines, low back pain and even shingles.