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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What is Matricaria chamomilla?

There are four distinguishable chemotypes of German Chamomile. Of those, the a-bisoblol type performs the dynamic healing properties associated with true German Chamomile. 

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I’m Young, Fit, and Healthy- Why Do I Have Back Pain?

Learn why even the most active people can experience back pain, and get advice on how to identify the source of your discomfort with natural remedies from Forces of Nature Medicine.

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Why Back Pain is an Issue for Athletes and Young Adults

Learn why athletes and young adults are particularly at risk for suffering from back pain, including musculoligamentous strains, sciatica pain, herniated discs, and chronic joint pain.

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How Do You Treat Back Pain?

Back pain affects an estimated 31 million Americans according the ACA and is one of the single leading causes of physical disability worldwide. Including the lower and upper back, sciatica, neck and shoulders, the pain can travel form your neck to your legs.

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