Natural Anti-inflammatory

Inflamation is the complex way our body reacts to harmful stimuli like infections, damaged cells, trauma, allergens and irritants. The classic signs of inflammation are pain, heat, swelling and loss of function. It is not necessarily a bad thing as it is the bodies attempt to remove the stimuli, get you to rest and to initiate the healing process. It must be remembered it is the response not the cause of a problem.

When inflammation goes from an acute condition to a chronic condition this is when the condition can lead to hayfever, rheumatoid arthritis and in its worst scenario can lead to cancer.

From a medical perspective it can be treated with steroidal ( eg. prednisolone)and non steroidal anti inflammatories drugs (NSAID). Some common ones are, Mobic, Viox, Celebrex and Voltaren. Prostaglandins are hormonal - like substances in the body that contribute to inflammation, pain and fever by raising the temperature and dilating the blood vessels in the place they have been released. NSAIDs block a specific enzyme called cyclooxygenase (COX) used by the body to make prostaglandins. By doing this they can reduce inflammation. This may sound good but they can cause unwanted side effects. Common side effects include:

Gastrointestinal side effects like indigestion, stomach ache, nausea and diarrhoea.
Raised Liver enzymes
Headaches
Fluid retention
high blood pressure

More serious side effects can be

If it is REALLY needed use NSAIDs short term but try not to use them for long periods of time. They can put a lot of pressure on the circulatory system. If you have any family history of clots or heart attacks use very very carefully and where possible use the natural anti-inflamatories as they can be just as effective if not more.

SOME NATURAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORIES AVAILABLE

Traumeel - Here at the clinic one natural anti inflamatory used for clients is Traumeel . You can use it internally or there is a Traumeel cream. This is a homeopathic remedy and is simply amazing. you can use it with sports injury , sinus, trauma and pain. It has no side effects and is completley natural.

Nalgesic forte - is a a tumeric based remedy. I personally have used this with my prolapsed neck in two places and now with NST( Neuro Structural Technique) have made a full recovery. Curcumin 's anti inflammatory properties have been known for thousands of years in Chinese and Ayurvedic Medicines. It is the active ingredient of Turmeric which is often used in curry. Turmeric is a substance that gives curry its yellow colouring. Curcumin is both anti inflammatory and an anti- oxidant.

Quercitin - This is a flavaniod. It is found in fruits and vegetables , leaves and grains. We have it in three procts at the clinic. Lympodran plus, Allergenese and C Plus. It can help with inflammation caused by virus' , Allergy - like in excema and asthma, Cancer, Muscular like in Fibromyalgia. There are some orthodox medicines that you cannot use Quercitin with so please check this with your practitioner.

PCIP - is a blackmores celloid used as an anti - infection and anti inflammatory product. The potassium chloride is traditionally used to treat second stage inflammation with congestion or mucus. The Iron phosphate is used to treat the first stage inflammation and infections. Together they make a great all round medicine. This anti inflammatory may be wrong for some people as it can be constipating and can deplete zinc absorption.

The practitioners at Possum Hollow will help you find the right remedies for you.