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Alternative therapies for sciatica ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES FOR SCIATICA
The therapies above, although part of 'alternative medicine', are nevertheless so well-established that they are often seen as an adjunct to conventional treatment rather than an alternative to it. There are, however, also several other therapies which while less generally accepted have helped at least some people suffering from chronic conditions, although there is very little or no creditable scientific evidence available either to prove their effectiveness or exactly how they work. Here are brief details of some of these methods - do, however, please remember that the mention of a therapy here is not meant to be interpreted as an endorsement of it.
AROMATHERAPY
This form of treatment is based on the use of essential oils - these derived from wild or cultivated plants, herbs, fruits, and tress - to restore the body's natural functions and rhythms. The essences are prepared in many different ways: as compresses, bath additives, inhalants, and massaging lubricants.
Aromatherapists say they can help people with back problems in two main ways: either by using the essences to treat the problem directly by using them in massage sessions, or to control and reduce tension, anxiety and stress.
As with herbalism, a word of caution is in order: some of the aromatic oils are in fact poisonous in other than the very smallest quantities, and it is therefore absolutely essential that this therapy be administered by a qualified practitioner.
AUTOGENIC TRAINING AND THERAPY
This consists of a series of exercises aimed at generating a state of both mental and physical relaxation. It also includes some aspects of self-hypnosis in which the subjects use their own mind power to send themselves positive, healing messages about their condition. It is a 'mind-over-matter' approach that straddles that ill-defined border between hypnosis and meditation, both of which are altered mind states.
Many people with chronic pain and/or back problems have said that autogenic training had helped, both in dealing with immediate symptoms as well as reducing the stress that often had contributed to bringing these about. For more information contact your doctor or local health centre.
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