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The LINX Reflux Management System

February 25, 2009 – 7:40 am
Stored Under Topic - Chronic Pain

MagnetsPossible Natural Relief for GERD

catvGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) affects 45% of American adults, according to Wikipedia.  While prescription medications can reduce the acid within the stomach, they cannot actually fix the problem.  A new study is currently examining the effectiveness and safety of magnetic therapy for treating GERD.  If it proves to be effective, individuals will be able to utilize this type of therapy as a natural way to relieve GERD pain. 

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Natural Relief for Post-Surgery Pain

February 22, 2009 – 8:42 am
Stored Under Topic - Pain Treatments

RainbowNon-Contact Therapeutic Touch for Post-Surgery Pain

Many people have to get surgery at some point in their lives for various reasons.  These reasons could include needing your tonsils taken out, having your appendix removed, having a ganglion cyst removed, heart problems, to stop internal bleeding from a serious injury, and so forth.  Recovery from surgery is often painful.  While medication can be prescribed for post-surgery pain, a new study indicates non-contact therapeutic touch may be a natural way in which post-surgery patients can relieve pain. 

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On-line Self-Care Techniques Help Seniors Manage Chronic Pain

February 20, 2009 – 9:37 pm
Stored Under Topic - Pain Research

Laptop from free pixelsNatural Relief for Chronic Pain

Seniors often experience chronic pain.  Some of the reasons older individuals might experience chronic pain include bad knees or hips, arthritis, and osteoporosis.  A new study indicates that spending time on-line may help seniors cope with and naturally relieve chronic pain. 

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Vitamin B12 May Prevent Painful Canker Sores

February 17, 2009 – 8:41 am
Stored Under Topic - Natural Health Treatments

Canker SoreNatural Relief for Painful Canker Sores

Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) also known as recurrent canker sores is one of the most common oral conditions, according to Wikipedia, affecting approximately 10% of the American population.  While canker sores are so common, there has been surprisingly little research on natural treatments for the condition.  A recent study indicates vitamin B12 may be an effective natural treatment for recurrent painful canker sores.

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Natural Relief for Unexplained Chest Pain

February 11, 2009 – 7:33 am
Stored Under Topic - Pain Research

Sunrise over waterReducing Stress to Decrease Unexplained Chest Pain

While chest pain may be caused by heart attacks or angina, sometimes chest pain does not appear to have a biomedical cause.  This type of chest pain is referred to as unexplained chest pain.  A new thesis study indicates unexplained chest pain occurs more often in individuals who are stressed or experience anxiety or depression.  Of course, there are natural ways in which one can relieve stress, anxiety, and depression, which can reduce the occurrence of unexplained chest pain. 

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

February 8, 2009 – 1:09 am
Stored Under Topic - Chronic Pain

Chinese girls from Wikipedia CommonsNatural Pain Relief for Children and Teens

Like adults, children and teens suffer from chronic pain.  Their pain may be the result of juvenile arthritis, fibromyalgia, injuries from an accident, or surgery.  However, little research has been done on what alternative therapies are helpful for children and teens suffering with chronic pain.  A new study indicates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) may be a useful and natural way to relieve pain for children and teens. 

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Chickpea Based Ointment

February 6, 2009 – 1:12 am
Stored Under Topic - Natural Health Treatments

Chickpeas from Wikipedia CommonsNatural Cure for Leukoderma

Leukoderma is the partial or complete loss of pigmentation cells.  This condition often occurs in patches, which appear white on the skin.  Scientists at the Banaras Hindu University have discovered an ointment made with natural ingredients can naturally cure leukoderma. 

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