Health: Back Pain; A New Therapy

Back Pain; A New Therapy

Written by Margot B

A new non-surgical treatment for back pain has been given clinical trials at several teaching hospitals. These trials were done on people who had been referred to a neuro-surgical department because other, non-surgical, treatment had been ineffective.

This new therapy is ‘vertebral axial decompression therapy’ [VAX-D] and has been issued a new U.S. patent. VAX-D is a therapeutic table, invented by Dr. Allan Dyer, former Deputy Minister of Health, Ontario, and who is repparttar pioneer in repparttar 115880 heart defibrillator research.

The VAX-D table has been proven to be a reasonably effective means of decompression therapy for managing herniated and/or degenerative lumbar discs. In repparttar 115881 research trials, repparttar 115882 degree of significant remission of symptoms attained after 10 daily therapy sessions was 70 % - after other procedures, including physical and chiropractic treatment, had failed.

A follow-up of patients, up to 12 months, did not find any unexpected level of relapse.

VAX-D is not a cure-all for all back problems but surgery should be used for patients failing to respond to this more conservative approach.

Your Monthly Aromatic Horoscope, January 2002

Written by Francoise Rapp

Create your own unique aromatherapy blend developed especially around your monthly horoscope. Use these recipes to enjoy more energy, more laughter, and less stress this month. Each recipe should be made by pouring repparttar

oil essences into a 10-ml bottle, and then adding organic vegetable oil to fill.

******** HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAPRICORN! ******** Network and socialize this month...the more you do, repparttar 115879 more you open yourself to new opportunities. The planets are supporting your growth throughout repparttar 115880 month.

-4 drops Peppermint -4 drops Orange -3 drops Rosemary

Anoint repparttar 115881 throat, neck and shoulders. Pour a few drops into repparttar 115882 palm of your hands and inhale deeply.

******** AQUARIUS ******** The New Year brings about a new you! You are now in charge to take action in your life. Your efforts and motivation will pay off very well!

-5 drops Grapefruit -2 drops Jasmine Otto -3 drops Frankincense

Anoint repparttar 115883 solar plexus and heart chakra. Pour a few drops into repparttar 115884 palm of your hands and inhale deeply. Pour up to 10 drops into your warm bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes.

******** PISCES ******** You have to put forth a little effort to see repparttar 115885 results you expect. Be patient and consistent. Organize your life, solutions will appear and everything will clear up in all areas of your life!

-6 drops Rosemary -3 drops Cypress -3 drops Cedarwood

Anoint repparttar 115886 sacrum, solar plexus. Pour a few drops into repparttar 115887 palm of your hands and inhale deeply. Pour up to 10 drops into your warm bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes.

******** ARIES ******** Plan, prepare and focus on your goals. A lot can be accomplished in all areas of your life if you stay on track.

-7 drops Bergamot -4 drops Orange -3 drops Frankincense

Anoint repparttar 115888 solar plexus. Pour a few drops into repparttar 115889 palm of your hands and inhale deeply. Pour up to 10 drops into your warm bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes.

******** TAURUS ******** Open your heart and relax! Love is surrounding you this month, but be open to it otherwise you may miss it. Be grateful for your friends and family who have always been there for you.

-1 drop Rose Otto -3 drops Patchouli -3 drops Orange

Anoint repparttar 115890 solar plexus and heart chakra. Pour a few drops into repparttar 115891 palm of your hands and inhale deeply. Pour up to 10 drops into your warm bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes.

******** GEMINI ******** Finish up what you started last year. Avoid putting too much pressure on your shoulders...it will only lead to frustration and anger.

-2 drops Roman Chamomile -4 drops Lavender -4 drops Petitgrain

Anoint repparttar 115892 solar plexus and abdomen. Pour a few drops into repparttar 115893 palm of your hands and inhale deeply. Pour up to 10 drops into your warm bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes.

******** CANCER ******** This month is about evaluation and making repparttar 115894 right choices. See clearly what does and does not fit your needs and wants...and move on. You have all repparttar 115895 strength to clear any obstacles and be assertive about your future.

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