Tag: pain
Essential Oils for Writer's Cramp
Writer’s cramp is a condition that is caused by spasms (or cramps) occurring in particular muscles of the hand, fingers and forearm. It usually occurs when the hand is over used. There is poor writing posture or pen-hold, which results in a strained muscle. Or the writer is pressing down too hard on the paper, leading to muscle spasms and…
Essential Oils for Intermittent Claudication
Intermittent claudication is a cramping pain, usually in the calves when walking. It is due to poor circulation of blood in the leg muscles – caused by the narrowing or blockage in the main artery. It generally affects the legs, but can affect the arms too. In the beginning, the pain is mostly noticed during exercising, but as…
Arthritis – Osteoarthritis
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain and inflammation in a joint. It usually develops in adults who are in their late forties or older, and can be common in women and people with a family history of the condition. It can also occur at any age due to an injury, or be associated with other joint-related conditions (such as gout or rheumatoid arthritis).…