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� PAIN My doctor suggested that I try an ointment called Equi-Block for the pain in my shoulder and back. After trying everything else in the world, I was happy to try it. It is the best thing that I have found. It is wonderful and has helped me so very much. I am taking much less pain medication. (Did I mention it's for horses, and that you can only buy it from your local vet or animal supply shop?) Check with your doctor first! I discovered Myoflex, a topical analgesic minus camphor, mint or any other smelly (burning) junk back in the days when I could still play tennis without falling on my face. Or rather, back when I could still jump in the air without sending my brains into a dither! Myoflex is the most effective analgesic I've found to rub into achy legs and arms. And it doesn't burn AT ALL (most of us can burn without any assistance, thank you very much!). It used to be available at WalMart, and is somewhat difficult to find. Myoflex is a CIBA Pharmaceuticals product with trolamine salicylate as the active ingredient (common aspirin is acetylsalicylate). Please consult with your physician before using. Biofreeze is a gel ointment that contains a product called Silex. It is a very effective application for muscles pain. Many chiropractors and physical therapists sell it. It can also be purchased at medical supply stores. I have the mail order information and will provide it here when I can locate it � PROGRESSIVE RELAXATION � Get as comfortable as you can. Put your arms at your sides, relaxed, feet on floor. Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Think to yourself, "I am now going to relax completely. When I finish this exercise, I will feel fully refreshed."
� Think about your feet...wiggle
your toes, flex your ankles.
Then "let go"...let go of all the
tension, and let your feet rest
limp and heavy.
� Think of the lower part of your
legs, your knees and thighs, up to
your hips...Imagine them just
sinking into the floor...feeling
warm...heavy and relaxed.
� Now think of your hands. Wiggle
your fingers and flex your wrists,
then let go, relax.
� Think of your lower arm, elbow,
and upper arm
-- all the way up to your
shoulders. Picture all the tension
just melting away.
� Think of your abdomen. Let the
tension go,and allow your breathing
to flow more smoothly and deeply.
� Think about your stomach and
chest, up to your throat and
neck. As you continuebreathing
more deeply, just imagine all the
tension flowing out as you
relax more and more.
� Now think of your throat, neck
and head, feeling limp and
relaxed. Relax your facial
muscles. Drop your jaw, parting
your lips and teeth slightly.
Picture yourself completely relaxed.
� If you are aware of any remaining tension anywhere your body, go to that area mentally and relax the tension away by letting go.
� Continue to remain in this
completely relaxed state for a few
minutes. You may picture
pleasant thoughts, or simply
blank your mind, or just focus
on your breathing....
� When you are ready to end this
relaxation exercise, say to yourself,
"I have been deeply relaxed. I
am now ready to become more
alert, yet feeling completely
relaxed and refreshed
� Whenever you are ready, take
a deep breath. Open your eyes
and stretch...slowly circle
your wrists and ankles, then
gently shake
your arms and legs. You are
now ready to continue with
your activities.
Dealing With Pain in Fibromyalgia An article by Registered Nurse who has Fibromyalgia. This would be helpful to people with other painful conditions as it has detailed information on pain medications and other treatments. �
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