Monday, 18 August 2014

WONDERFUL HERBAL REMEDIES FOR LUMBAGO

Lumbago refers to lower back pain and it is a very common condition that affects millions of people all over the world. It may be caused due to mediocre sitting or walking position, lack of exercise, calcium deficiency, structural defects, etc.
With a lot of over the counter medications available, opting for herbal remedies is always a safe and effective way of treating lumbago. Let us take a look at few such remedies!

WONDERFUL HERBAL REMEDIES FOR LUMBAGO

Ringworm Plant

Recent studies have revealed that the leaves of the ringworm plant have great medicinal properties attached to it and it can be very effective in curing lumbago. Also known as Cassia alata scientifically, this plant is absolutely safe for consumption unless you are allergic to it.

   

Make a decoction or infusion by mixing fresh ringworm leaves with water. Drink this every morning after breakfast for getting rid of the lower back pain.


Aloe Vera

The world has now come to know of the various benefits of aloe vera. Herbalists recommend the oral consumption of fresh aloe vera if you are suffering from lumbago

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Even if you are suffering from rheumatism or sciatica then also aloe vera can be of great healing effect for you. You can eat aloe vera regularly as a sure shot remedy for all pain related problems.

Catnip Nepeta Cataria

          
Catnip nepeta cataria is an essential herb that has the capability of curing you from lumbago. It can be made into an herbal tea after mixing it with chickweed or Stellaria media and you have to drink this tea. The regular consumption of this tea will aid in soothing cramped muscles and curing lumbago.

Passion Flower

    


Another popular herbal remedy is the tea made of passion flower and nettle. You can make an herbal tea by mixing passion flower or Passiflora incanata and nettle or Urtica dioica. Thisdecoction, if consumed on a daily basis is highly effective for healing the back from all sorts of pain and discomfort.

White Willow Bark

    


White willow is also known to have pain alleviating properties and works similar to aspirin. Salicin is a compound that you get in the white willow bark and it is this compound that is converted into salicylic acid in the human body, even aspirin converts into salicylic acid in the human body. Research has proved that this acid is an active compound and it has great powers to relieve inflammation and pain.

Devil’s Claw

Another vital herb that is an excellent remedy for healing lower back pain or lumbago is the devil’s claw. This herb is a storehouse of a chemical compound that is known as harpagosides.

   

These chemical compounds are rich in anti inflammatory properties and are beneficial in alleviating all sorts of body pain and swelling.

Marigold Flower

Also known as Calendulla officinale, marigold flower is filled with pain killing properties. You can opt for making an herbal tea of this flower or make a paste of it and smear it onto the affected region. This will help in releasing all the muscle stress and in alleviating pain.

   
There are various herbal medicines available at the herbal medicine shops that contain the extract of marigold flower. Go for a consultation session with an experienced herbalist to know more in this regard.

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