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Rotator Cuff TearsWhat you need to know:This condition often responds better to some alternative treatments than to conventional medicine. Herbs, supplements and therapies can all help. You can also relieve some of the pain simply by applying alternate ice and hot packs, available from most chemists.The most useful Herbs:
The most useful Supplements:
AromatherapyA soothing soak in the bath often helps, but it’s more effective if you add some essential oils. Eucalyptus, pine, chamomile, juniper and rosemary are best. You can also use them, properly diluted, to massage the painful area.HomoeopathyThe homoeopathic remedies which may help are arnica (as pills and cream) and colchium.Other useful advice:Useful therapies are Acupuncture for pain relief, massage and Aromatherapy for mobility and gentle osteopathic and chiropractic manipulation to help break down adhesions. |
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