Need advice for carpal tunnel problem

August 21, 2003

I like essential oils for pain, inflammation and healing...A LOT!! I am

an aromatherapist so this is where I usually look for relief from this

kind of thing. Some people like homeopathy, etc. For pain that is not

subtle I like to use something that produces immediate relief. That

means essential oils to me.

A good salve or massage oil would be great- I'd probably make a blend

(oil base or a salve) w/ Eucalyptus globulus, Lavender angustifolia, and

Marjoram and Chamomile, roman. Or Lavender, Rosemary, Peppermint,

Juniper, in a base of some infused herbs like St. John's wort,

calendula, and arnica.

If her pain is worse at night a soothing, stress reliving bath would be

great to help her relax! Try a few drops (up to 10 in a full bath) of

Lavender, angustifolia mixed w/ 1 cup of epsom salts.

I'd use some Birch or Wintergreen essential oil too- only the highest

purest quality for short periods of time for great discomfort not helped

by these other blends. Helichrysum or Chamomile, roman help with

inflammation and healing- Heli is expensive and although well worth it

Chamomile is a good substitute.

There is new research now on Geranium eo for pain that is also

impressive...I am using it more for this purpose.

If she's not taking MSM, I'd suggest she start yesterday ;-)- also a

good chiropractor may help. Fresh raw fruits especially lots of raw

pineapple. Also good ol apple cider vinegar and maple syrup, (or honey ,

agave, or molasses)...2 tblsp each in a glass of water 1-2 x day ....w/

a bit of cayenne added for good measure ;-)

Hope she feel's better soon!!

Elizabeth

On Thursday, August 21, 2003, at 10:33 PM, writergrrrl48 wrote:

> My sister-in-law had the surgery for carpal tunnel on one hand and

> after recuperating from the surgery is still in tremendous pain after

> 6 weeks. I would like to find some ways to help her with the pain and

> with healing the problem, especially since she has to return to work

> even though the problem isn't solved.

>

> I tried to search the archives but did not see quite what I was

> looking for. Can you offer some suggestions?

>

> Thanks much,

>

> CheriB

August 22, 2003

Try MSM and deep tissue oil.

Suziwritergrrrl48 <writergrrrl48 wrote:

My sister-in-law had the surgery for carpal tunnel on one hand and after recuperating from the surgery is still in tremendous pain after 6 weeks. I would like to find some ways to help her with the pain and with healing the problem, especially since she has to return to work even though the problem isn't solved. I tried to search the archives but did not see quite what I was looking for. Can you offer some suggestions?Thanks much,CheriB