Remedies for Spinal Cord Injuries

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Deirdre Layne | Modified on Feb 06, 2023

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Spinal cord injuries vary greatly and are characterized by damage to the spinal cord or nerves. As these types of injuries often cause permanent damage to the nerves and result in limited muscle function, treatment focuses on regaining nerve sensation and muscle movement. Treatment varies, but several supplements are effective for stimulating the nerves.

What are Spinal Cord Injuries?

Described as damage to any part of the spinal cord or the nerves associated with the spine, a spinal injury generally causes problems with strength, sensation and muscle function. The condition may involve partial or complete loss of motor function and result in some level of paralysis.

Natural Treatments for Traumatic Spine Injuries

Treatments for spine injuries center on stimulating the nervous system and regaining muscle function. While damage can often not be reversed, several natural treatments enhance the function of the nerve cells and offer individuals at least limited sensation. Cayenne pepper, DMSO and turmeric are among the most effective natural treatment options.

Cayenne

Cayenne is a natural remedy used to treat a variety of conditions. The spice contains a potent amount of capsaicin, which functions to stimulate circulation and blood flow. As it generates effective circulation, it also enhances sensory communication, which can aid in recovery.

DMSO

DMSO is a dietary supplement used to treat a variety of conditions. A natural anti-inflammatory and pain reliever, the treatment eliminates swelling that may be contributing to spinal cord injury and limited function. The treatment also eliminates infection from the body, which may also be contributing to the condition.

Turmeric

Turmeric is known as one of the most powerful preservers of walking ability associated with spinal cord injuries. This compound is comprised of curcumin, which functions to relieve and reduce inflammation. By reducing inflammation, severe nerve damage is prevented and recovery is enhanced. The compound also aids in the rebuilding of brain cells.

While spinal cord injuries are often debilitating, effective treatment can prevent some levels of damage and restore nerve and muscle function. Natural supplements reduce inflammation and stimulate the nervous system to promote healing and recovery.

The comments below reflect the personal experiences and opinions of readers and do not represent medical advice or the views of this website. The information shared has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or health condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns.

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Posted by Tom Thornburg (Arkansas) on 11/04/2016
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I'm a 68 yr. old disabled combat veteran of Vietnam. I've had numerous back injuries over the decades starting in 1967 and an enemy anti-tank mine and in '68 two helicopter crashes. I retired in 2002 after 10 years as a working Rancher / Cowboy. In 2011 the VA gave me a 120cc steroid injection for a painful bulging L-4 disc. They missed and injected directly into the bulging disc...it exploded into fragments resulting in Caudal Equina Symptom. I was not expected to every walk again. It took me 16 months to gradually get back on my feet.

In Oct. 2011 I was broadsided by an SUV and that damaged my T-9 disc. T-9 follows the dermatome pathway from T-9 around your rib cage at the bottom all the way to the front of your rib cage. The pain is pretty bad just under the lower last rib on the right side.

I ordered a Dermatome Chart from Amazon.com its a plastic coated Medical Chart that shows you the nerve pathway of every spinal nerve from the spine to its conclusion. L-4 damage travels from the source down the Butt, across the right side of the thigh to the knee. After that it runs along the right side of the shin down to the ankle where it crosses to the inner arch to the big toe. This pathway is usually numb and subject to spasms and intense cramping.

Therefore we tend to treat the area of "symptom"... not the area of "origin".

I use a combination of Magnesium, Turmeric, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Benfotiamine, Vitamin B-12 complex and B-12 injectable and supplements of B-2 and B-6.

This one dose stops the pain from muscle spasms for up to 5 days. After 3 months its now up to 2 weeks. I'm going to begin adding DMSO with herbal "Helichrysum essential oil". I believe the last two will lead from "treatment" to "cure".

No one but you will take the needed time and effort to research a cure for your medical problems. Be proactive, this is the only body you will ever have... don't leave it care solely up to others.

The Internet has over 20 billion pieces of information from centuries of research. The answers is there, you just have to find it....because no one else will.

I'm also thinking that 100% pure pharmaceutical Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide 30%, diluted 2/3rds with distilled water and applied with DMSO has potential too.

DMSO with "Helichrysum essential oil" has been found to be very effective in healing stubborn skin ulcers from Diabetes. These are the beginnings of losing limbs.

Research is showing that combining DMSO with "Helichrysum essential oil" applied directly to the wound aids in rapid healing. Its even effective on wounds which have rejected all FDA approved prior treatments.

I hope this is helpful.

Tom

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