Aromatherapy Essential Oils: How they help relieve lower back pain
Lower back pain is a discomfort that almost 80% of the population is experiencing. You are lucky if you belong to the 20% that has not experienced this discomfort. It is always good to know how can we prevent this discomfort from happening.
Let us have a checklist of the indications that you are likely to have Lower Back pain:
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Are you having poor posture in your long sitting hours?
Assess yourself on how you sit on your desk, or behind your computer, or at your car seat. Try to check if you sit upright. If not, your back will have its payback time soon. -
Do you overdo some activities without warm-up?
With how time flies right now, we tend to overdo things. Like when we needed to lift something, or we need to move fast. We need to prepare our back all the time before doing such -
Do you experience uncontrolled peeing and pooping?
It is one indication that something is wrong with your spine. Uncontrolled peeing or pooping could mean a serious problem like spinal cord compression -
Do you have weak muscles?
You will know when you have because you immediately experience lower back pain upon lifting, pushing, stretching, and other minor activities.
As mentioned earlier this back pain is a discomfort. The kind of discomfort that can ruin your day or reprimand you from doing other activities. We only have one back, one body, and investing in your body is a good investment. Let’s pamper and love the only body we have. Here are some essential oil recommendations for back pain or potential back pain.
Essential Oils Recommendations for Back Pain
Peppermint essential oil is well-known for its cool, frosty fragrance and feel. Furthermore, it contains at least 44% pure menthol, which has been shown in trials to be effective as a pain reliever
Lemongrass has a fresh, clean aroma with a zesty lemon flavor and a botanical touch. They have anti-inflammatory effects that help to reduce inflammation, which may lead to less pain.
A whiff of Eucalyptus is like taking a deep breath of fresh air: it's green and minty, with a clear sweetness that comes through to balance out the sharp undertones. This essential oil is well-known for its pain-relieving properties and is commonly included in ointments and massage oils. Its anti-inflammatory characteristics will aid in the treatment of joint inflammation and pain..
Sandalwood has a green and floral undertone with a subtle, lingering woody accent. Its light smokiness contributes to the calming and relaxing effects. It also has a scent that helps with meditation concentration and relaxation. It also has diuretic properties, which help with toxin removal. Sandalwood, as a result, purifies both the body and the mind. It's also a muscle relaxant that can be used to treat coughing, cramping, and joint inflammation.
Two types of using Essential Oil for Lower Back Point
Applying Topically (Apply topically onto your back )
What you will need:
- Essential oilthat helps with pain relief
- Carrier oil (Jojoba, sweet almond, or olive oil)
- Glass container
Directions:
- Pour about 5-10 drops of essential oil into a carrier oil.
- Mix until wholly infused together.
- Use this oil mixture as a massage oil and massage the pain away.
Inhale in Aromatherapy
What you will need:
- Essential oils that help with pain relief
- Nebuliser
Directions:
- For a start, add 5-10 drops of essential oils to water in a nebulizer.
- Leave it running.
- You can add more essential oil to the water progresses.
Feel Better
Now is the time to put an end to the agony of lower back pain. Instead, use the correct health items to obtain relaxation and relief. So, what do you have to lose? Use the best essential oils available to try aromatherapy. Use HYSSES.