Natural Pain Management Options

by Biblioteca Rector Machado y Nuñez

Carrying through the stress of everyday tasks it’s no big surprise that pain has become our constant companion. And with the constant need in pain relief options many advocate the use of so-called natural pain relief methods that are said to be free of negative effects of conventional medications. It is said that some natural pain management methods are so effective that they provide effective pain relief that is comparable to that of typical painkiller medications but without the harmful effects on the body these medications are known for.

So the next time you suffer from any kind of pain in your body, try avoiding typical pain relief methods and give a chance to any of the natural ones. Here is a list of the most common natural methods you can get pain relief with:

Natural painkillers – apart from typical oral medications such as Ultram your local pharmacy will certainly offer you an abundance of natural supplements that provide pain relief effects. Of course, not all supplements can be compared to Ultram or other typical painkiller drugs in terms of effectiveness. However, if you experience mild to moderate pain it would be better to choose a natural option rather than provide a strong impact to your body with usual painkiller medications. Ask the pharmacist about the most effective supplements you can use.

Hydrotherapy – this is considered as one of the oldest methods of pain relief known to man. As the name suggests, it uses water to provide the required pain relief effect. You will need warm water with minerals, oils or sea salt for the necessary effect. It is recommended to take a warm bath with the aforementioned additives for about 15 minutes and you will certainly experience improvements in your aches. This method is particularly effective for chronic pain conditions.

Get the right sleep – lacking the necessary amount of sleep makes your body vulnerable and weakens the ability to withstand pain and regenerate damaged tissues. During sleep, the body renews damaged cells and produces natural painkiller substances in the brain. So it is very important to get 6-9 hours of sleep daily in order to minimize the risk of experiencing pain on a regular basis.

Focus on positive things – pain is a product of our brain and being positive in your thoughts significantly reduces stress and pain as well. When you keep a negative mindset your body produces less painkiller substances and you are at a higher risk of experiencing trauma. So, no matter how silly it may sound, keeping the focus on positive things will help you cope with pain effectively if you experience it.

Herbal solutions – these are often used for treating mild forms of pain in different circumstances. Of course, you won’t get the instant effect of drugs like Ultram, but you will save your body from the unnecessary effects that chemical solutions usually deliver. However, it is recommended to use herbal painkillers only under professional medical supervision. You may miss the dosage and aggravate other conditions when using herbal supplements.

Massage – this is one of the most common and effective forms of pain relief there is. Massaging the aching area is what we usually do intuitively, so there’s definitely a reason for doing this on purpose. The right form of body massage can deliver pain relief in different circumstances and grades of pain severity, so it is recommended to address a specialist if you need a really effective form of pain relief massage.