Bruce31s (New Orleans, La) on 08/12/2020

I started having this numbness/tingling on my left pinky finger intermittently in November 2019. by janurary 2020, it went full time numb on my pinky.

I saw doctor recently, says its pinched nerve either from my elbow or neck.

I fractured my arm 3 years ago. also my rotator cuff on my right shoulder appears to be torn. This is not confirmed, am seeing a bone specialist to confirm.

I did have a similar tingling on my left arm a few years ago and that was traced to my right shoulder. I got a massage to take care of that.

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Ramesh G. (Mumbai) on 08/12/2020

Thanks

Ramesh G.
Mumbai, INDIA

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Jeff (Orlando, Fl) on 08/11/2020

Have had plantar fibromatosis for years on both feet. had to quit jogging a while back due to them. decided to give nattokinase a try and worked very well in about 2 weeks of use, twice daily - internally. the pills are 2000 FUs each. I also put pharmaceutical grade dmso on the nodules topically, but I really just think it's the Nattokinase doing the job.

Dan Z. (New Jersey) on 08/12/2020

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Azuka (Michigan) on 08/11/2020

I'm pursuing a minimally invasive procedure called 'Vertiflex.' This involves the insertion of a device between two vertebrae which alleviates impingement on the nerve passing through that juncture. If one receives some benefit from epidural shots to the lower back, then it is likely they would receive equal or better results from a vertiflex implant, with the added benefit of it being permanent. Recipients of this procedure six months post-procedure have a 90% satisfaction rate, much much higher than traditional surgical approaches. In some cases, the insertion of two such devices is warranted, which is what my pain doctor is recommending.

Unfortunately, these plans have been put on hold since I need to be off of blood thinners for a short period of time before and after the procedure. I need to remain on blood thinners for another six months or a year before my cardiologist will agree to take me off of this medicine. One may take a look on Youtube at numerous videos demonstrating exactly how this works.... but a common result is a patient who must be taken in via wheelchair for the procedure, who can then go out dancing a week or so later.

As far as that abstract that you were kind enough to provide a link to, I do not profess to understand all of the technical jargon, but I am troubled by a few things....

1 - Sample size - I can not tell how many people were involved in this study. Was it just one? Was it more than one?

2 - Lack of a control - As far as I can tell, there was no control. I think the results could be more meaningful if they conducted cell survival rate studies in a person who merely stopped taking the NSAIDs so that there would be something to compare the questionable use of the homeopathic preparation with.

3 - Conclusion - Two problems. The study fails to show that the homeopathic preparation was the reason for the anti-inflammatory response because (as stated in 2) there was no control. AND attributing the cause as 'probably' mediated via interaction of C. carbonica with phenylalanine 367 residue. What this tells me is that either they are just guessing at the manner in which this supposedly works OR that they already 'knew' the answer before they began the study, which would be a confounding factor.

To be considered as a legit treatment, a different group of researchers would need to develop a parallel study to see if the desirable results can be duplicated, actually many such trials. It sounds like one person only was the subject of the study, but as written it's impossible for me to tell.

I have two further issues:

1 - Your statement that cells are not affected by the placebo effect.

You state this as though it is fact, but it sounds like it is merely your opinion. The placebo effect is extremely well known. I don't know what studies have been done on the placebo effect as it relates to changes at the cellular level. Are you aware of any such studies? If not, then on what do you base your statement that this is not possible? I'm not convinced either way, myself.

2 - You are rather presumptive that I have no understanding of homeopathy. Just because I believe homeopathy to be a fraud does not mean I do not understand the basic premise or how the preparation process goes. I do understand that it is not merely diluting the substance over and over again to achieve a preparation. Using traditional homeopathic preparation methods ALWAYS dilutes the amount of substance at each level of preparation.

I made my own (apparently faulty) assumption when writing my original comment. And that assumption was that the readers of earthclinic, at least those who are interested in homeopathic preparations, already understood the basic principles of homeopathy and of course know that this results in diluting the original material. I did not want to bore people by restating what everyone already knew.

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Dr. Nick (Palm Harbor Fl) on 08/11/2020

I read all the posts about cayenne, I tried taking a tsp full of it, didn?t notice any difference. I, however, remembered that I had a cayenne pepper Herb Pharm tincture (I have a giant cabinet full of supplements). I took about 1 ML or a dropper full, and 10 minutes later my ear started popping and feeling better. I also applied some hydrogen peroxide, natural ear ache oil, which was also helpful. But I noticed the biggest difference from the cayenne.

Addylynn (Atlanta, Ga) on 08/11/2020

The pneumonia cleared up rather quickly but the pleural effusion was getting worse and I became the lucky recipient of a chest tube. The doctors used enzymes to dissolve the fluid then drain it. It wasn?t as successful as they hoped after repeating this a few times. Eventually they let me go home to see what my body would work out on its own and come back in a month. Fortunately, my body worked out a good amount of the fluid and found I have a fair amount of scar tissue from the pneumonia.

I feel ok, energy level is still a little off and the oxygen level is good. But I have a lingering pain when I take a deep breath but not when I breath normally. Does it get any better? What about the pneumonia shot? Should I get it?

Lastly, the respiratory therapist in the hospital was a Russian lady and she was gold to me. She told me after I get out, I should take a teaspoon of food grade peroxide everyday and I will never have lung issues again. Does anybody have experience with this protocol?

Lastly, thank you for your response.

Jan (Canada) on 08/11/2020

I started juicing beets, carrots, celery, lemon and apple every morning and drinking it down immediately.

Since I've been juicing, it's been three months now, my OP is down to 16 from 30. I've had my eyes checked twice so far and it's still normal. Thought I would share in case anyone else is as frustrated as I was. Juicing may not be the most convenient thing to do every day but the results are worth it.

Mothman777 (Dublin ) on 08/11/2020

Graviola can produce some symptoms of Parkinson's Disease, so be very careful how you use it and for how long.

Deirdre (CT) on 08/11/2020

His issue was better in 24 hours and solved in 3 days. What a fabulous remedy.

ORH (Ten Mile, Tn) on 08/11/2020

.......... LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF. Give things away and they will come back by the multitudes.

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Fox (Texas) on 08/11/2020

3 weeks after her recovery from surgery, she finally had her follow-up with her ENT. During her exam, he noticed that one of her vocal cords was paralyzed. We don't know if this was the problem all along, if it happened from the surgery, or from the suspected viral infection during recovery. The ENT scheduled a MRI to see if they can discover the cause, but in the meantime is there something that might help or speed along a recovery from this?

Cindy (Illinois, Usa) on 08/11/2020

For such wounds, I pack them as soon as possible in cayenne powder and wrap. In this case, as it's been so long, I would actually try soaking in 50% DMSO and 50% warm cayenne tea.

I can't test it myself, but based on reports of cayenne on open wounds, I suspect it, somehow, provides a sort of bridge between damaged tissue that connects it to its own kind. Quite precisely, judging by reports of the lack of scarring. It may be able to do the same, internally. But, as I've said, I've never had an opportunity to test my theory.

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ORH (Ten Mile, Tn) on 08/11/2020

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Gem (Wisconsin) on 08/11/2020

It took 2 months for my scab to fall off. I have a scar & nerve damage (feels like a burn). My pinkie still will not bend more than maybe 20% of the way down. Saw doctor 3 times so far. I have stiff joints and Dupuytren's Contracture of hand.

I have been trying Magnesium supplements, magnesium lotion, different essential oils. What else, other things, other ways can I try to heal the stiffness, tendons, nerves, swelling?

Blessings ??

Lenny (Dubai) on 08/11/2020

How long did you use black seed oil before you notice any improvement?

Thank you for your response and I wish you well.

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