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Stop the Pain........Naturally!

Millions of Americans needlessly suffer from pain every day. Most resort to taking pain killers or in some extreme cases undergoing surgery. The truth of the matter is that most of these same people could get significant pain relief naturally, without the unwanted side-effects of drugs or surgery.

Probably the most important thing to do when managing pain is to determine what the root cause is. Pain is more of an alarm system than the actual problem. It is like a fire alarm that is activated after the fire has already begin to do damage. It would be ridiculous to just turn the alarm off without putting the fire out. Unfortunately, this is often what we do when we are in pain. We take something to cover up the pain without dealing with the underlying problem.

In some cases the body is able to completely heal itself without the need for any intervention. In those cases, painkillers provide comfort to the patient while the body recovers on its own. Often, the medications may jeopardize the healing process by:

Blocking warning signals thereby increasing the likelihood of further damage to the problem area.
Damaging the liver, kidney, or digestive tract resulting in inhibition of the bodies ability to undergo the chemical changes necessary to heal.
Diverting the bodies healing resources to deal with the side effects of the medication.

Surgery offers another option to rid oneself of pain. Obviously, surgery should only be used as a last resort. If surgery is recommended to you, be sure to get at least a second and preferably a third opinion before agreeing to it.

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"A good practitioner will tailor a treatment plan unique to your needs"

Fortunately, there are numerous natural, noninvasive therapies that may benefit the bodies own natural healing abilities. Among these are massage, chiropractic, acupuncture, nutritional supplementation, and herbs. Each one provides a "nudge" that can activate healing or remove obstacles that may be blocking recovery. It is amazing to observe the body at work with the appropriate intervention.

A good practitioner will tailor a treatment plan unique to your needs. Beware of the practitioner who claims to be able to treat everything. It is essential that the practitioner get a whole picture of your health both physically and emotionally. Just like any other professional, alternative practitioners vary greatly by skill, personality, and philosophy, so be sure to find one whom you are compatible with.

It is sometimes possible to recover from pain without hand-on therapies such as massage, chiropractic, or acupuncture. In general, the following nutritional protocol can be applied to most chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

A quality multi-vitamin/mineral. Typically involves taking more than "one-a-day" Check with your local health food store.
Supplemental calcium/magnesium at 1000mg/500mg daily.
Increase your intake of Omega-3 fatty acids. This can be accomplished by ingesting 1 to 2 tablespoons of flaxseed oil daily. Additionally, cold water fish
( salmon, mackerel, herring, halibut, etc.) should be consumed at least twice a week along with the reduction of other animal fats.
Glucosamine Sulfate 1500mg/day
Drink at least 48 ounces of water daily
Exercise at least 30 minutes three times per week
If there are digestive complaints be sure to be evaluated to determine if there may be an absorption problem that may render supplementation ineffective. Ask your alternative practitioner about testing.
Most importantly, eat plenty of fruit, vegetables and whole grains, keep a positive attitude, and learn how to relax.

By following these simple instructions, most people will notice a substantial reduction of pain and increased vitality. The key is to remember that in many cases the pain didn't arrive overnight and it won't resolve overnight. Be patient with whatever program you decide to follow. Give it sufficient time to work, (usually 6-8 weeks). The chances are you will be pleasantly surprised by the "new you" that emerges from your decision to take a natural approach to pain.

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