Painful Ovaries

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Painful Ovaries

 

Menstrual cramps, painful ovaries and Dysmenorrhea, are often a

chemical problem. Each month, the lining of a woman's uterus produces

chemicals calls prostaglandins, which help the uterine muscles

contract and expel tissue and fluids during menstruation. High levels

of prostaglandins cause uterine muscle contractions, muscle pain,

swelling or cramps. Not every woman suffers from cramps or

tendernesss of the ovaries, but if you do, there are wonderful

remedies that may provide relief.

 

The herb Cramp Bark has traditionally been used to relieve menstrual

pain. Herbs with possible anti-inflammatory properties that may be

helpful as well, including Bromelain, Turmeric, and White Willow

Bark. Other potentially helpful treatments include Black Cohosh, Dong

Quai, Fish Oil and Manganese.

 

Studies suggest that Magnesium supplementation may be helpful for

dysmenorrhea and ovary swelling. dosage is 250 to 600 mg daily

throughout the cycle, or 500 to 1,000 mg for 3 to 5 days prior to the

onset of cramps. Magnesium works best when combined with vitamin B6

which is often included in your daily multiple vitamin.

 

It is believed that the omega-3 fatty acids in Fish Oil may help

relieve dysmenorrhea by affecting the metabolism of prostaglandins

and other factors involved in pain and inflammation. There are many

different types of fish oil products available. A daily dose should

supply about 1,800 mg of EPA and 900 mg of DHA. Cod liver oil is

probably not the best choice due to the potential for excessive

intake of vitamin A and vitamin D.

 

Hydrotherapy has a number of uses. Warm water will relax spasm; thus,

hydrotherapy has been useful in treating such conditions as muscular

strains and sprains, muscular fatigue, and backache. Heat is often

used in conjunction with massage or other manipulative or stimulative

treatments, such as the whirlpool bath. Sitz baths (sitting in hot

water) are effective in the treatment of many disorders. Water is

also useful in physical therapy because patients who exercise in a

buoyant medium can move weak parts of their bodies without contending

with the strong force of gravity.

 

Take a warm bath. Fill the bath tub with warm water. As the tub fills

with water add 2 spoons of Sea Salt and 1 cup of baking soda to the

bath water. Soak for 15-20 minutes.

 

 

Consider a relaxing bath with the calming, anti-spasmatic effects of

a comforting blend of Rose and Ylang Ylang essential oil or Lavender

and Chamomile essential oils makes this bath wonderful for relaxing

cramps and creating a soothing, calm, relaxed feel. Helps with

anxiety, stress, resentment and fear as well.

 

Many woman experience emotional, mental, and physical discomfort each

month which is associated with this pain. Essential oil blends can

help reduce bloating, puffiness, emotional upset, and relieve many

physical and emotional symptoms. Try this other bath blend.

 

 

PMS Bath Blend

2 drops chamomile oil

2 drops geranium oil

2 drops juniper oil

2 drops marjoram oil

2 drops ylang ylang oil

 

 

Disperse the oil blend in a bath tub filled with warm water. Soak for

20-30 minutes. You can prepare this at home. Bath daily, one-two

weeks before your period begins.

 

 

Andrew " Guruji " LMT, MT-BC, CA

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