Alternative Care
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There are a variety of CBD products available, including oil, tinctures, creams, and capsules. There are a number of things that people should consider when purchasing CBD products.
When performed by a professional, gua sha is relatively safe; however, the procedure is not recommended for those with skin damage or those using blood thinners.
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Gua Sha for Chronic Neck Pain
Gua sha is an ancient treatment that can be used to treat chronic neck pain. Gua sha uses gentle scraping to improve blood circulation and promote healing to the painful area.
To prevent further injury, it is important that patients wear and care for their back braces according to the doctor's instructions.
The Alexander Technique is designed to reduce tension in the neck and back to reduce wear and tear on the muscles and other structures in and around the spine.
Back braces may be either flexible, rigid or semi-rigid. Each type of back brace has features that make it more suitable to address certain conditions.
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a new medical treatment that may be effective for back pain. It has relatively few side effects and does not come with the high associated with marijuana.
Although more extensive research is needed, it is generally agreed that back braces can help to provide lower back pain relief when worn as prescribed by a physician.
