Why Natural Remedies Are Changing the Way We Treat Pain
More people are turning to natural remedies to manage pain and for good reason. Discover how plant-based approaches are reshaping pain relief and supporting long-term health.
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7 Effective Tips for Calf Muscle Relief
Calf muscle pain slowing you down? Check out these 7 simple tips to ease the discomfort and speed up recovery. From rest and stretches to ice and compression, we've got everything you need to get back on your feet quickly!
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5 Quick Stretches to Beat Sore Muscles
Are you experiencing muscle pain? Maybe you strained a muscle while exercising, have been dealing with leg cramps or even have calf muscle pain. When muscle cramps in the legs or upper body occur, you may be looking for a quick way to provide relief. In this blog post, we will be sharing “5 Stretches for Muscle Pain” that will help get you back on your feet and feeling your best self.
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Calf Muscle Pain: Your Ultimate Guide to Relief
Pain in the calf muscle can manifest in various forms, which is why it’s important to identify the underlying cause and find the right treatment option. Leg cramps are very common and likely to happen as you age, but calf muscle strains in general are known to be the most common muscle strain injury among athletes.
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Understanding Leg Cramps
There are many reasons and factors that can play into your leg cramping. Many times, it’s attributed to lack of fluids in the body, and when you are dehydrated, it directly affects your muscles and can cause cramps. Leg cramps can also occur when your leg muscles have been overused or strained during exercise.
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Flu Season: What You Need to Know
It’s that time of year again. The weather is starting to cool off, and with that, comes the runny noses, coughs, and sore throats. While sniffles may be in you and your family’s future, we are here to provide a little insight on what to expect this flu season.
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Understanding and Alleviating Calf Muscle Pain
By Dr. Peter Klapper Ph.D. Have you ever experienced a dull, sharp aching pain in the back of your lower leg? It could be the result of an issue in your calf muscle. While concerning, it’s important to know this type of injury is common for all activity levels.Whether you’re an athlete, an avid walker, or someone who is constantly on their feet, calf pain can be a real issue. That said, what causes calf muscle pain?Calf Muscle Pain CausesCalf pain can be a result of many different issues. The most common conditions are as follows:Muscle Strain: A muscle strain typically occurs due to the overuse of a specific muscle. In the case of the calf, this could be from exercises that overexert the lower leg such a running, powerlifting, biking, playing tennis, soccer, etc. Once strained, a person may experience limited range of movement, pain and soreness.Muscle Cramps: Cramps in the calf are sudden and painful contractions of the muscle that can last a few seconds or several minutes. They’re usually caused by dehydration, exercise, injuries and mineral deficiencies.Achilles Tendinitis: The Achilles tendon connects the plantaris, gastrocnemius and soleus muscles in the back of the ankle. Achilles tendinitis occurs by overuse, strain or stress on the tendon and causes pain in the heel or behind the calf when you touch or move it.Poor Footwear: If an individual has shoes that don’t fit properly, the lack of support can cause issues in the feet, lower leg and calf muscle.Sciatica: Sciatica occurs when an individual has herniated a disc in their back, and as a result, it has put pressure on the sciatic nerve. This nerve controls muscles in the lower leg and back of the knee and can cause pain, numbness, and tingling. All which can cause pain in the calf muscle.Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy DPN: DPN is a form of nerve damage caused by diabetes and pain may be experienced in the feet and lower leg.Compartment Syndrome: When too much pressure builds up within the muscles, a condition such as compartment syndrome occurs. The symptoms may include severe pain that doesn’t improve with medication, trouble mobilizing and severe tightness. If this is the case for you, it’s important to seek medical intervention immediately.Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Another serious condition is DVT, which is the result of a blood clot forming deep in the vein in the arm, leg and calf. Symptoms may include visible veins, swelling in the leg, cramping, leg pain, and skin discoloration. If you develop the above symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.How To Prevent Calf Muscle PainAs with any muscle condition, there are ways to prevent injury and overuse of your calf muscles. Simple precautionary measures such as warming up and stretching before exercising and wearing proper footwear can make all the difference. Other preventative measures may include: Hydration: It’s important to drink a lot of water. By staying adequately hydrated, you can prevent muscle cramps. Gradual Progression: Check in with your body. If you haven’t been running, don’t try and run 10 miles. By gradual progressing in an activity you can start training your muscle to endure a new intensity level. Strength Training: Focus on building strength in your calf muscles at the gym. The more you strengthen various muscles, the more likely you can reduce the risk of injury. Treatment Options For Calf Muscle PainIf you have strained your calf muscle or have cramping that isn’t going away, there are natural ways to help alleviate the pain. A common treatment includes the RICE method.Rest the areasIce the area for 20 minutes, using a covered ice pack.Compress the area with a bandage (but if the pain gets worse, loosen the bandage).Elevate the lower leg by sitting or lying down so the leg is above the level of the heart.Other options do include taking over the counter anti-inflammatory medications, stretching and mobility exercises and taking a break from all activity that may exasperates any pain in the calf muscle. If the pain hasn’t gone away with any of the above treatments, consult your doctor or medical provider
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Unmasking the Silent Struggle: Understanding the Impact of Chronic Pain on Daily Life
Living with chronic pain can be isolating and exhausting. Learn more about its impact on daily life, and explore natural remedies to help you manage your symptoms.
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Everything You Need to Know About Tendinopathy
Have you recently injured yourself and wondered if it could be an issue with your tendon, muscle, or ligament? First off, it’s important to know that all the above are soft tissues in your body. They cover your bones and tend to be more fragile than the bone itself. When you experience a sports related injury it could be as simple as a sprain or more serious resulting in a tear.
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5 Ways to Relieve and Manage Muscle Pain
At some point in your life, you’re likely to experience some type of muscle pain or strain.It can occur anywhere on the body and be mild or more excruciating discomfort. Muscle strains can affect anyone but are most common in those who live an active lifestyle. Whether from a recent injury or something more chronic, sore aching muscles can really slow you down and make day-to-day activities challenging.This reason alone is why we’re sharing “5 Ways To Relieve and Manage Muscle Pain.”
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Six Medication-free Ways to Ease Low Back Pain
By Dr. Peter Klapper Ph.D. 80 percent of us will experience back pain at some point in our lives, and if you have ever had an aching back, you know just how debilitating this can be.You may miss work or social occasions due to back pain, and even if you do manage to show up, the pain can be distracting and may prevent you from giving it your all.Back pain runs the gamut, from a dull, near-constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain. It may come on suddenly and last a few days to a few weeks (acute back pain) or last for more than three months (chronic back pain). There is a laundry list of potential causes of low back pain, including advancing age, underlying disease, overdoing it, lifting a heavy object the wrong way, a big fall, or even a minor slip. There are also many structures in your back that can be affected, including your vertebrae, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and discs.Over-the-counter and prescription medications can reduce back pain, but these do have side effects especially when used for long periods of time. This is why interest in natural back pain treatments is at an all-time high. In one study in Global Advances in Health and Medicine, more than 40 percent of people with low back pain said they used complementary or alternative medicine to treat their pain in the past year, most commonly herbal supplements, chiropractic manipulation, and massage. And 58.1 percent of folks who used complementary or alternative medicine said these methods worked really well.DietResearch presented at the 2021 Association of Academic Physiatrists conference found that eating an anti-inflammatory diet including whole grains and lots of fruits and vegetables will lower your risk for developing low back pain.Homeopathic remedies Our natural Back Pain Treatment contains arnica, which is known to reduce swelling and pain, along with St. John’s Wort and other herbs with anti-inflammatory properties. It’s topical so there’s no risk of systemic side effects or addiction. Just roll the product over problem area and gently rub it into the skin as needed for back pain relief on the spot. Hot or cold packsApplying cold to your back when the pain is acute for the two days after an injury and then switching to heat 48 hours after injury can relax muscles and soothe painful areas, the Arthritis Foundation notes. ExerciseDoctors used to suggest bed rest for back pain, but not anymore. As long as there isn't a serious underlying cause, the party line is to be as active as possible to speed up your recovery. Stretching and flexibility exercises, including Yoga and tai chi, can also help strengthen your back and reduce pain. Weight loss, if you need to, can also help reduce back pain naturally. Hands-on therapiesChiropractic care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and even massage can also relieve back pain and improve function and range of motion.Stress reliefStress makes everything worse, including back pain. Find something that helps you cope with stress, such as meditation, deep breathing, or even just going for a walk, and do it every single day. Your back will thank you. You could even incorporate our Calm Mood into your every day to help combat stress. If your back pain isn't getting better, see a doctor to find out what's causing it, and if there is anything else you should be doing to get relief.
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What is Thuja occidentalis?
By Dr. Peter Klapper Ph.D.Have you ever heard of the ingredient Thuja occidentalis? If you use any of our products and browse the ingredient list, we actually use Thuja occidentalis in several medications. So, what is it?Thuja occidentalis, also known as northern white cedar, is an evergreen coniferous tree that is native to Canada and most of the north-central and northeastern United States. The leaves and leaf oil from this tree are used as a medicine that can help treat infections such as bronchitis, bacterial skin infections, and cold sores. The plants oils are so effective that Thuja is known to loosen phlegm, boost your immune system, can work as a diuretic, treat skin conditions such as warts, and help with muscle and joint pain.At Forces of Nature, we see the benefit that natural ingredients have on the body. It’s why we have worked with homeopathic doctors to create a new standard in natural, organic medicine. But we were not the first to use it.Thuja occidentalis actually date back to the 16th century. The French explorer, Cartier, learned after stepping foot on North American soil with sick sailors, medicine could be created from nature. Native Americans showed him the powerful healing properties from the tree and its oils. The sick sailors recovered from scurvy using the tree’s foliage and has since been the first documented use of indigenous medicine from North America. How We Approach Natural MedicineWe combine certified organic homeopathic medicines with certified organic concentrated essential oils to treat specific ailments. This one-two combination delivers an incredibly powerful and effective result to safely treat common ailments. Homeopathic medicine works with your body on a systemic level to fight and prevent illness at the root of the cause. Essential oils cleanse and soothe while promoting healthy skin. These two modalities deliver superior effectiveness when combined for fast, therapeutic healing while some medicine just suppress symptoms.Our Thuja is shipped direct from a small organic cooperative high in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. These are pristine growing conditions, far from pollution sources and population sources, with limited production. Per pharmaceutical guidelines, we sent the material to an independent FDA lab which verified our Thuja as pure and authentic via monograph and chromatograph testing.Our Products That Use Thuja OccidentalisSeveral of our products use Thuja occidentalis and are an integral part of the makeup of these medications.Those include:Athletes FootA natural athlete's foot treatment that quickly relieves and cures the itching, burning, and irritation from fungal infestations associated with athlete’s foot and jock itch.Eczema Eczema Control is an advance natural eczema remedy that works on a cellular level to balance your skin’s overactive immune response, ease the itch and irritation. The active ingredients help relieve eczema symptoms naturally, without side effects.GoutOur gout pain medication works quickly to relieve the burning, stabbing, and stinging pain while increasing mobility.H-BalmH-Balm Extra Strength is a powerful solution for outbreaks including Shingles, Cold Sores and Canker Sores. Use it for emergency care during an outbreak or when you feel one coming on (prodrome).Muscle Pain Our natural muscle pain reliever treats both localized and systemic muscle pain, soothing and healing muscles at the source.Rosacea Our natural rosacea treatment features a blend of certified organic homeopathic medicines and certified organic essential oils that safely relieve itching, rashes, and irritation of rosacea, regulating skin tone while reducing redness on the skin and swollen blood vessels.SinusOur natural and organic sinus medicine is made from potent medicinal plants with the demonstrated ability to safely relieve sinus congestion without adverse side effects. Effective to treat congestion, sinus pain, and sinusitis symptoms.Skin TagOur natural skin tag remover contains naturally occurring phytochemicals and antioxidants. Skin tags will gradually flake away or fall of entirely with this remedy.WartOur natural wart treatment is an advanced extra strength wart remover. It safely removes warts on the fingers, face and body. Results have been seen within one week.
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