The narrowing of your spine in one or more areas is called spinal stenosis. It typically occurs in the neck or lower back, and the narrowing can compress spinal nerves, causing loss of sensation, pain, weakness and loss of bladder or bowel function. Various treatments are available, including medication, physical therapy and surgery, but some individuals may want to explore herbal treatments for this condition. Use authoritative, credible sites that are backed by independent research to ensure the information you find has potential to help your condition.
Step 1
Talk to your doctor about herbal remedies for your condition and whether they are safe for you to take and whether they may be of any benefit.
Step 2
Look online for websites that contain reputable and safe medical information. Government websites like the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, hospital websites like MayoClinic.com and alternative health websites like the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine all provide authoritative, credible, researched information.
Step 3
Find a homeopath in your area that is reputable and certified. An online website such as the National Center for Homeopathy can provide you with local listings for your convenience.
Tips and Warnings
- Using heat or cold packs can also help relieve pain associated with spinal stenosis, according to MayoClinic.com.
- Do not use herbs as a replacement for traditional treatment of spinal stenosis. Talk with your doctor about how you can add herbal remedies to your existing treatment to yield the best results. Consult with your physician about the medications or supplements you presently take and make sure the herbs you want to take will not adversely interact with any of your medications.
References
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases: Questions and Answers about Spinal Stenosis
- MayoClinic.com; Spinal Stenosis; March 2010
- National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
- National Center for Homeopathy: Find a Homeopath
- MayoClinic.com: Spinal Stenosis: Lifestyle and Home Remedies; March 2010
