4 Critical Products for Pain Relief

This post provides 4 products for pain relief for those chronic pain when you can’t or don’t want to take NSAIDs.

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Pain is an everyday issue with a chronic illness like Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). If you are like me, your pain may migrate around your body and show up in new areas each day. Having strategies in place to address pain helps me to feel prepared for when I have pain, and eliminates some of the overwhelm that happens when my pain level is high.

In this post, I address ways to diagnose the cause of pain when you have MCAS or another chronic illness. And in this post, I also talk about atmospheric pressure changes as a cause of pain. I’ve also posted specifically about headaches here.

What is MCAS?

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a chronic condition that affects all organ systems. MCAS is serious and disabling and people with MCAS experience often significant and debilitating symptoms daily, including anaphylaxis, which can be fatal.

MCAS is often found in combination with other chronic conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).

Frequently healthcare providers do not know about MCAS, and the tests for MCAS are problematic because they are not uniformly reliable. MCAS can be difficult to manage. Treatments include blocking mast cell mediators with anti-histamines and mast cell stabilizers, as well as avoiding triggers.

Check out this post on how to manage MCAS.

Do you know your typical symptom progression?

One of the keys to understanding the level of your bucket is knowing your symptom progression. It is helpful to keep track of the symptoms you are having and to evaluate whether they are escalating. Symptom escalation means that the level of your bucket is rising.

Knowing your symptom progression in a symptom flare is the key to developing your own rescue plan. In this post, I discuss how to determine your own symptom progression. Once you know what typically happens in your symptom progression you can design a rescue plan to address those symptoms.

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1. Topical pain-relieving products for pain relief

Here are the pain-relieving products that I turn to when I am experiencing pain:

• My number one topical pain remedy is Energetix PhytoGel which contains homeopathic Arnica. It’s easy to apply, and is helpful for a wide range of types of pain, from muscle aches to burns to joint pain. I discuss homeopathy for MCAS and chronic illness in this post.
• My second favorite topical pain remedy is Energetix BioCatalin Lotion. This lotion is especially helpful for sciatica, gout, and arthritis.
• Kailo patch – This product is a little more expensive, but it can be amazing for back pain. The traditional Kailo patch is too rigid for neck applications, but they have a newer version that is more flexible It is well worth it if you have chronic neck or back pain.
• For occasional ear pain, I use these ear drops. They are homeopathic, very gentle, and pleasant to use.
• Rheuma – For arthritis pain and especially joint and ligament pain associated with chronic Lyme Disease, this ointment is superb. It does have a slightly medicinal scent that may interfere with homeopathic remedies, however, I haven’t found that to be the case. It is great for wrist pain, such as carpal tunnel pain, knee ligament pain, tennis elbow, neck stiffness, and ankle pain.
• This spray is my favorite remedy for sunburn, insect bites, and hives.

2. Internal pain and inflammation products for pain relief

• My favorite oral pain remedy is Energetix Relief Tone for wounds, bruises, sprains, fractures, and other injuries.
• Low Dose Naltrexone can also be extremely helpful for pain. Check out this post on LDN.
• Turmeric – This is a supplement taken internally for chronic pain and inflammation. I like this brand because it is high potency, and is combined with black pepper for greater effectiveness. Use caution with turmeric if you have salicylate issues.
• For mouth pain this remedy is excellent. It also comes in a gel form.
• Arnica pellets are my first choice for an acute injury like a bump to the head, and it is very helpful when given prior to and after surgery. If you are taking a constitutional homeopathic remedy you may want to consult with your provider before using other homeopathic remedies like Arnica. I keep a few different potencies like 30c, 200c, and 1M on hand because they work on different energetic frequencies. Arnica is also helpful for general trauma.

3. Energetic products for pain relief

• Frequency healing – ask me for more details!
• Red light is excellent for reducing inflammation and I discuss it in greater depth here.

4. Essential oils for pain relief

Essential oils are nature’s medicine cabinet for all sorts of ailments. Note that some people with MCAS are not able to tolerate essential oil use at all. See my cautions about essential oil use here.

• Birch essential oil – Birch, sometimes called wintergreen, contains salicylic acid, the same active ingredient in aspirin. So if you have an allergy or sensitivity to aspirin, you will want to avoid this. Birch essential oil can be applied sparingly to the skin (like one drop). For headaches, it can be applied to the neck, and for muscle pain, it can be applied topically to the skin.
• Clove essential oil has long been known to help with mouth pain, and it is an ingredient in some teething remedies. If tolerated, one drop can be applied directly to the gums.
• Blue Tansy essential oil is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
• Clary Sage essential can be super helpful for PMS and menstrual pain.
• Helichrysum essential oil can be helpful for joint pain and migraines.

What helps with your pain?

I’d love to hear your tips for dealing with pain when you have a chronic illness. Leave a comment below!

Disclaimer

The preceding material does not constitute medical advice. This information is for information purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, cure or treatment. Always seek advice from your medical doctor.