In the crazy, modern world of today, tendonitis is experienced quite often. A painful, inflammatory condition often caused by repetitive movement that influences the tendons, it is often a result of exercising, heavy lifting – or even from hours with the help of our smartphones.
At the end of last year I noticed that I was struggling with tendonitis in my foot after a summer of slippers (and a quick change in high heels for a wedding!) – so I was unable to walk about to crutches. I am a big proponent of being able to cure ourselves, but in the end it became unbearable, so I went to a foot specialist to collect more information about the pain.
When I saw the doctor, I was advised to have a steroid injection. I didn’t want to turn to steroids and their potential side effects, so I decided to rely on the ability of my body to heal itself. When I refused them because I preferred more natural alternatives, I was asked: “If there is nothing else, just take anti -inflammatory drugs?”, Before he laughed and asked me to humore him. (Note: At that time I could not understand why he grinned – until I came out, looked at my jumper and realized that I was wearing my sweater that read: “We are the granddaughters of the witches that you couldn’t burn!” – Making me giggled!).
And although it is a pretty radical worldview (and one that I always reserved: I am not ‘anti-medical’, it does life-saving things), I am happy to say that I trusted my wisdom to cure myself more naturally. A few months later I was healed without other medication (not even anti -inflammatory drugs!). Instead, I turned to essential oils – a natural and holistic approach that I have always trusted and used – because they offer a natural alternative to support our congenital self -healing capacity.
Whether we decide to follow the medical route, or not, the point here is this: essential oils are complementary support (together with peace and a supporting diet!) That can help us cure the pain of tendonitis. So which oils can help?
Top 5 essential oils to cure tendonitis
Given tendonitis is a painful condition with swelling, the following top 5 oils are known for their healing, analgesic and anti -inflammatory properties, making them effective tools for alleviating symptoms and helping to help:
- Turmeric – a warm, spicy oil – and one of my favorite oils for its powerful anti -inflammatory properties – can help turmeric in reducing inflammation associated with tendonitis. It also has antioxidant properties that support the healing of the body.
- Cajeput – a sweet, camping aroma, this essential oil is one that I actually came across after a fall in Bali – and it was a miracle oil that had been a savior in need for many things and helped my own Peesonis!
- Ginger – An earthy, warm, spicy aroma, ginger essential oil has excellent anti -inflammatory properties and also takes a circulatory increasing – help with the healing process. It is particularly effective for stiffness and pain of tendonitis.
- Incense frequency – a woody resin, incense is known for its support in tissue recovery and reducing inflammation. It can help to promote the healing and regeneration of cells, making it a great choice for tendonitis.
- Rosemary – This fresh, spicy oil has been used for centuries to relieve pain and inflammation. The stimulating properties can improve blood circulation, reducing swelling in tendons.
Combining three aromatherapy to calm teesonitis
Healing massage oil
One of the best methods I found to cure my tendonitis was that of the immediate application of a massage mixture in the affected area. Every day, night and morning I made sure that I applied my oil like a healing balm. Here is a mix:
Massage blend: Mix 2 drops of turmeric, 2 drops of Cajeput and 2 drops of incense in 15 ml of ricinus oil (which is also analgesic and the body helps to release pain and inflammation), and merge well in a small bottle. Gently massage every morning into the affected area, in a direction to the heart.
Keep on this night and morning – for months, if necessary.
Compress
Another way to use plant healing is to use a cool or warm compress with essential oils. To decide what temperature of the compress, it is usually recommended to use a ‘cool’ compress when an injury is ‘acute’ and swollen – ie immediately at the first copy of the notice – and then switch to a ‘warm’ compress once the inflammation has disappeared and is more going.
For a cool compress: Mix 3 drops of rosemary and 3 drops of incense essential oils in a 100 ml bowl of ice cold water. Soak a clean cloth or flannel in the water and let it suck the oils and water. Wring out the excess water and apply it to the affected area until it starts to get hot – immerse the cloth back in the water if necessary to renew the flannel with coolness (for a maximum of 10 minutes).
For a warm compress: Mix 3 drops of ginger and 3 drops of essential turmeric oils in a 100 ml bowl with hot water (as warm as you can take). Soak a clean cloth or flannel and let it suck the oils and water. Wrong out the excess water and apply to the affected area until it starts to feel warm – you can cover it with a household film and a towel to keep the heat in it. Replace it with a new compress if necessary as soon as it has cooled to body temperature.
Soothing bath for pain relief
A final way to use natural healing is by taking a warm bath with essential oils to relax your muscles and to relieve tendonite pain.
Bath mixture: Mix 3 drops of incense, 2 drops of rosemary and 1 drop lavender essential oil in 15 ml of bath oil and pour it into the hot, flowing water from your bath. Stuck your way inside and relax your muscles for weeks in healing water.
It is important to remember that although ethereal oils can be incredibly effective in reducing the symptoms of tendonitis, we also have to combine them with other healing practices, such as rest, soft stretching and avoiding excessive use of the affected tendon. I even combined in red light therapy and turmeric results. We must be willing to give our body time, peace and natural support they need to cure and recover.
If tendonitis persists or worsens, it may be wise to consult a specialist for treatment – including essential oil remedies in your healing routine can help to speed up the healing process – and support with relieving pain in a natural, holistic way.
So often we are used to looking for ‘fast fixes’ – what could be what we left away from the ‘natural approach’ – but healing with essential oils is not the ‘easy route’ – it often takes longer, but it is of course and it helps! With a little care, peace and essential oil support, you will be on your way to recovery in no time! As I learned from my own journey, it can be slow, but by trusting the innate capacity of our body to heal – and use the remedies of nature – the body can heal. It is definitely worth the patience.
Nicole Barton
Consultant Aromatherapist
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