However, we will share with you as much information as possibly can about this subject so that you no longer have any questions left un-answered by the end of this article.
Safety (And Efficacy) First
Creating personalized treatment plans can be simultaneously the most rewarding and challenging aspect of my physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) practice. In the U.S., musculoskeletal pain management is beginning to incorporate more Eastern and Ayurvedic medicine, which focus on natural mind and body treatments using exercise, foods, or herbs, as a complement to Western medicine, which treats physical symptoms with medication or surgery. Some natural supplements can be highly effective for certain conditions, and some have fewer side effects.
Natural medicinal approaches, commonly referred to as complementary medicine, continue to grow in popularity. Americans spend more than $30 billion each year on complementary health products and practices. Unfortunately, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate all supplements, so it can be difficult to know exactly what you’re buying and whether the product might benefit you.
Back And Joint Discomfort
Turmeric is a root that’s part of the ginger family. It curbs inflammation, says Eva Selhub, MD, a clinical associate at Massachusetts General Hospital and author of Your Health Destiny. Devil’s claw root is an herb that may ease low back pain and common arthritis discomfort.
Why Do We Need Vitamin D?
A deficiency of vitamin D causes bones to soften and become weak. Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency vary from person to person.