Sciatica, natural remedies

Back pain, stiff neck and sciatica, here are the natural remedies and the best exercises to relieve pain and to prevent it

Arnica, cabbage, decoctions, yoga and stretching, here are the best remedies to treat back pain and stiff neck.

The word back pain is an umbrella term that includes various problems, also linked to different causes. For example, bad posture, long walks and exertion can cause lower back pain, while sitting at a desk for a long time, anxiety and tension or sudden movements can cause pain in the neck or shoulders. But back pain can also be due to inflammation of the sciatic nerve. Natural remedies and lifestyle can help relieve pain or prevent it, let's understand better! Arnica against stiff neck and back...

Natural cosmetics, like kings and queens Part 30, the laurel dear to Apollo

Infused oil of laurel leaves and berries but also soap prepared with laurel oil, we discover the natural remedies useful in case of acne, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis but also sciatica, muscle strain and rheumatic pain.

The myth tells that Daphne, a young nymph daughter of Gaia, the Earth, spent happy days in the shade of the woods, singing and dancing among the streams of fresh water. Apollo fell madly in love with her. But, for a cruel joke of Eros, god of love, the feeling that Apollo felt for Daphne was destined not to be reciprocated. Daphne, as soon as she saw Apollo, ran away, frightened, and Apollo's pleas were useless. When Daphne realized that she had no escape and that Apollo would soon reach her, sh...

Hypericum oil

Remedy of ancient tradition with a powerful anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action proven by scientific studies, useful in case of acne, wounds, dermatitis, sores but also muscle pain, sciatica, rheumatism and stiff neck.

Hypericum, scientific name Hypericum perforatum, is a well-known and appreciated medicinal plant of the Clusiaceae family. Hypericum is also called St. John's Wort since its maximum flowering falls around June 24, St. John's Day. This plant is a natural remedy that can be used both internally, in fact, it is able to counteract depression, and for topical applications. In this post we will focus our attention on its cosmetic properties and on the effects of external uses of hypericum, in particul...

Fern

External use for gout, rheumatism, sciatica, backache and cramps, for internal use vermifuge action, to be used under medical supervision.

The male fern, Polystichum filix-mas, belongs to the Aspidiaceae family and grows wild in the woods, especially of beech, oak and chestnut. It is characterized by large leaves with a big vein structure and has healthful properties, for which it was already known by ancient Greeks. In fact, Galen but also Dioscorides, Greek physicians, used it to counteract intestinal parasites. Nowadays its vermifuge effect is recognized if used internally, while, in case of external applications, the fern is ca...

Ginger essential oil

Remedy against sickness, car sick and seasick, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic action useful in case of cold, bronchitis or other diseases related to the respiratory tract, digestive properties, able to stimulate blood circulation, against muscle and joint pain, pain of the sciatic nerve, rheumatism, relaxing and tonic effect in case of nervous breakdown.

Ginger, Zingiber officinalis, is a plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, the same as cardamom. From the root of ginger, through steam distillation, an essential oil is obtained. This essential oil has anti-nausea, digestive, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and tonic properties. Don’t use during pregnancy, breastfeeding or in small children. Diseases of the respiratory tract – Ginger essential oil can be useful in case of chronic bronchitis, cold, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, in fact it is...

Bryonia

Painful conditions treatment, sciatica, neuralgia, painful, headaches, arthritis, remedy for dizziness related to the movement of the head and neck, able to give relief to persistent cough.

The Bryonia, scientific name Bryonia alba, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. The berries of the plant are toxic with effects such as vomiting or diarrhea. However, the mother tincture obtained from its roots results a helpful homeopathic remedy that can be used to treat painful conditions such as headache, especially if caused by physical efforts or anger and that gets worse in closed and hot environments but finds relief from a pressure on the painful area, ...

Red thyme essential oil

Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties, useful against illnesses of the respiratory tract, sinusitis, sore throat, catarrh, helpful in case of diseases of the genito-urinary tract, helps in case of muscle strain and pain, sciatica, low back pain, back pain, able to improve concentration and mental activity.

Red thyme essential oil is a powerful antiseptic and antifungal remedy, it results useful in case of infections, cystitis, candida, bronchitis, asthma, catarrh, cold, sore throat, sinusitis and flu. In addition to this, red thyme essential oil is also useful in case of eczema, acne, insect bites, infections of the gums and, from the emotional point of view, it is able to reactivate the mental functionalities and to give courage and strength. Do not use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, in childre...

Horseradish

Helpful for stomach, intestine and liver, digestive properties, rich in vitamin C, diuretic action, useful in case of water retention, rheumatism and stones, expectorant properties, remedy in case of cough, catarrh, cold, able to relieve back pain, low back pain and sciatica.

Horseradish is a plant of the Brassicaceae family. The horseradish root helps stomach, intestine and the liver to perform their functions. It avoids also intestinal gas formation. In addition to this, horseradish is also rich in vitamin C and has a diuretic effect. For this reason it is very helpful in case of water retention and genitourinary tract stones. Horseradish is also a valid remedy in case of cold, cough and catarrh. For external use horseradish root is helpful in case of back pain, sc...

Devil’s claw

Painkiller, anti-inflammatory properties, useful in case of muscle or joint pain, remedy to treat cervical pain, sciatica, back pain, arthritis, rheumatism, tendinitis.

Devil’s claw is a painkiller with anti-inflammatory properties. For this reason this remedy is very helpful in case of pain and inflammations such as tendinitis, arthritis, sciatica, back and cervical pain, rheumatism. However, you should be very careful with devil’s claw, avoid it if you suffer from diabetes and if you are taking medicines to control blood sugar or anticoagulants. It is better to avoid devil’s claw during pregnancy or if you suffer from gastritis or ulcer. Devil’s claw can be t...