No Pain No Gain?... Pain Management

Bands & Botanicals

In this episode of 'Bands and Botanicals' we break down the myths about pain, what kind of pain to look out for, and some tips and treatments in order to manage that pain. Lets face it, almost everyone has some kind of injury. So whether you are seeking herbal treatments or more insight into your movement, we got it covered. There are varying types of pain that you should stay aware of. We talk about everything from acute pain, re-occuring pain, chronic pain, sharp pain, pain with swelling, painful pops, and nerve pain. You can look at us as the Bubba Gump Shrimp of Pain! Even with all those "bad pains," remember, not all pain is bad. That muscle fatigue that sets in after a great workout....? That's just you applying adequate amounts of stress to the body, so that it may adapt and strengthen. Learning the difference can save you a lot of time and worry. We also discuss common pain, such as tendonitis, stress fractures, excessive soreness, and arthritis caused be the degeneration of cartilage. Paula brings her botanical knowledge into the conversation by offering herbal remedies as a non pharmaceutical therapy for pain management. Her remedies cover everything from anti-inflammatories, to supporters of blood circulation, and even solutions for scarring. The herbs mentioned in this podcast include: Meadowsweet with celery juice, Ginko, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Calamus, B- Vitamins, Omega- 3 Fatty Acids, Turmeric, Grapeseed Oil, Saint John's Wart, Passion Flower, Epsom Salt with Lavender, Arnica Creams and Ointments.