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Back Pain

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*Massage has long been known to promote a sense of relaxation in the muscles, thereby decreasing the muscle spasms in the back. It also helps improve blood circulation, relieve tightness and pains. The aroma of the oils helps calm the mind and the spirit. The following are essential oils that can be used for back pain relief:
 **Chamomile Oil : Chamomile has been considered as a perennial herb because of its healing properties. Extracted from the chamomile flower, the oils are non-irritant and non-toxic. The oil helps relieve pain and control spasm of the muscles. Other therapeutic properties of chamomile oil are: bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, anti-spasmodic and analgesic. *Frankincense Oil : Frankincense oil is popular for its uses in medicines, cosmetics and perfumes. In fact, it has been used since antiquity. Frankincense possesses anti-inflammatory and sedative properties which can be helpful in relieving back pain. Not only that, its oil has been used as a form of aromatherapy in the treatment of conditions such as syphilis, rheumatism, respiratory infections, UTI, and skin diseases. Today, Frankincense is incorporated in the making of cosmetics because of its ability to reduce wrinkles and fine lines in the skin. *Peppermint Oil : Peppermint is often called as the world’s oldest herb and has been used for its medicinal properties since time immemorial. Its cooling effect provides a soothing effect which is helpful in cases such as back pain. It also helps relieve muscle soreness. Aside from these, peppermint oil has been used in the management of conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), nausea, headache, halitosis (bad breath) and indigestion. It also cares for the skin and the hair. Additionally, peppermint oil helps promote blood circulation and helps boost the function of the immune system. *Ginger Oil : The essential oil of ginger has been widely used in traditional Arabic, Chinese and Western medicine because of its medicinal properties. It helps relieve back pain and provides a person with more mobility. In order to create a relaxing oil for massage, simply create a mixture of the following ingredients:
4 drops of ginger oil
4 drops of wintergreen
1 tablespoon of sweet oil
Rosemary Oil
 
One of the most popular essential oils there is, Rosemary oil is known for its antispasmodic and analgesic properties. It helps relieve muscle spasms thereby contributing to the reduction of pain. Massaging the painful part with Rosemary oil can work wonders. Aside from this, the oil has been used for other conditions, the examples of which are: respiratory problems, arthritis, and indigestion. Caring for your skin, mouth and hair should also involve the use of Rosemary oil. There are also unclaimed benefits associated with the use of this oil, and these conditions include kidney stones, peptic ulcer and menstrual cramps.
 
Lavender Oil
*Rosemary Oil : One of the most popular essential oils there is, Rosemary oil is known for its antispasmodic and analgesic properties. It helps relieve muscle spasms thereby contributing to the reduction of pain. Massaging the painful part with Rosemary oil can work wonders. Aside from this, the oil has been used for other conditions, the examples of which are: respiratory problems, arthritis, and indigestion. Caring for your skin, mouth and hair should also involve the use of Rosemary oil. There are also unclaimed benefits associated with the use of this oil, and these conditions include kidney stones, peptic ulcer and menstrual cramps.*Lavender Oil : This oil promotes relaxation, prevents inflammation and stops muscle spasm. It is also used for stress-relief. Stress can cause unnecessary tensions inside the body which can actually contribute to the worsening of the pain. Lavender essential is beneficial for people who are suffering from post-surgical pain, stress, anxiety, hair loss (alopecia) and insomnia.
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