How to Manage Pain Through Breathing

How to Manage Pain Through Breathing



Pain management can be a tricky matter. There are many different types of pain, and many causes of those types of pain. In addition, there are various schools of thought regarding medication and pain management. For some, medication is not an option due to circumstance, cost or allergies. Regardless, there is an alternative to traditional medication that can help take the edge off various types of pain, and may be used at almost any time by almost anyone.









1


Position yourself in the most comfortable and relaxing seated position possible. This procedure may be done while lying down or standing, but it is most effective, safe and simple to do while comfortably seated. Position your body so your diaphragm can be fully filled with oxygen.





2


Close your eyes. It is easier to focus on relaxing and this breathing technique when there are no visual distractions. Clear your mind of all thoughts but those focused on relaxing and using this breathing technique.





3


Inhale very slowly and deeply through your nose. Try to fill your diaphragm. Place your hand over your lower abdomen where your diaphragm is located, if you need to in order to monitor whether you are filling it or not. If you can only fill your lungs, it is OK. The most important part of this step is to slowly intake a large quantity of oxygen.





4


Hold the oxygen you have inhaled for three seconds.





5


Exhale the oxygen very slowly and methodically through tightly pursed lips. The pursing action should not tighten the muscles of your mouth, but should form the tiniest of openings for the oxygen to pass through. As you slowly push the oxygen out, concentrate on relaxing all of the muscles in your body, particularly those located in the painful area of your body.





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Repeat this process several times in a row--more if needed. Once the pain is relieved or at a manageable level, you may resume your normal breathing pattern.








Tips & Warnings










This procedure may also be used for relieving stress and anxiety.








This breathing technique can be adapted for discreet use at the office and during meetings in which you do not have to stand or talk a great deal. For those purposes, your eyes will need to remain open, and you will need to keep your mouth in a normal shape while you discreetly and slowly exhale.








If you become light-headed, stop immediately and resume normal breathing. If done correctly this procedure should not cause a feeling of being light-headed.








Do not do this procedure while driving, operating heavy equipment or during any other circumstance in which your focus needs to be completely on something other than this breathing technique. If you are in pain while driving pull over and park before attempting this breathing technique.



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How to Manage Optic Neuritis

How to Manage Optic Neuritis



Optic Neuritis, or ON, is caused when the optic nerve becomes inflamed. This can be caused by diseases like Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, viral infections and some medications. Whatever the cause, Optic Neuritis symptoms include sudden blurry vision, eye pain, foggy vision and changes in color vision. In some cases blindness occurs









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Standard medicine advocates the use of IV corticosteroids to treat Optic Neuritis, however, there is no evidence this helps improve visual acuity after one year.





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When having an acute ON flare, your eyes will become tired more quickly. Resting the eyes frequently often helps.





3


Increase the resolution on your computer screen or use voice recognition and text reading software. These technologies help decrease eye strain and pain.





4


Try a pair of polarized sunglasses, both indoors and out. Wearing polarized sunglasses blocks out extra light waves, making it easier for your eyes to filter and process light. Colors may become clearer and blurriness may be reduced.





5


Warm chamomile tea bags applied to each eye will help soothe your eyes and relieve pain.








Tips & Warnings










Optic Neuritis usually clears up on its own with in 4-10 weeks.








Oftentimes, ON is a first symptom of Multiple Sclerosis, so consult your doctor if this is your first attack.








Treat your eyes gently during a bout with ON.








Over the counter pain medications usually relieve eye pain.



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How to Manage Menopause Symptoms Naturally

How to Manage Menopause Symptoms Naturally



Menopause doesn't have to ruin your life. Learn how you can help your symptoms naturally. You don't have to take those hot flashes lying down.









1


Try aromatherapy. Try
lavender
, chamomile, lavender, peppermint and sage. These scents would be perfect to enjoy while soaking in a warm bath. In addition to enjoying these scents in a bath, light candles around your home. Incense burners with these scents will also do the trick.





2


Use herbs that have a reputation for easing menopausal symptoms. These include Dong Quai, Black Cohosh, Chasteberry, Evening Primrose Oil and Saw Palmetto. Herbs can be taken in capsule form and purchased anywhere herbs are sold. GNC has a great selection and is sure to have the herb you are looking for. Always follow dosing directions on the bottles.





3


Steer clear of alcohol and tobacco. This should always be a rule, but especially during menopause as they can aggravate symptoms that are already difficult to deal with.





4


Eat hormone friendly foods. Try fresh vegetables, a few of the best being carrots, potatoes and broccoli. Also add nuts, beans, and almonds to your diet.





5


Consider Hypnotherapy is you are suffering from severe menopausal symptoms. Even making positive statements to yourself throughout the day can make a big difference. It may sound silly to do, but it has been proven to have benefits on one's state of mind.








Tips & Warnings










Talk to your doctor. There are lots of options for dealing with the symptoms and if something isn't working for you, ask for suggestions.








Always discuss home self care options that you want to try with your health care provider.








If you are considering combining herbs, make an appointment with an herbalist. They are experts on herbs and can advise if one will interact negatively with another.



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How to Making an Electromagnet

How to Making an Electromagnet



Making an electromagnet is a very simple project. All you need is an iron nail or spike, some copper wire and a battery. So long as your battery works and you remember to only wrap the coil in one direction, you should have a working electromagnet. If you take a bit of extra care, you will get a fairly powerful magnet to play with.







Things You'll Need:





6-inch iron nail




Iron spike




Lantern battery




Single strand insulated copper wire




Tape




Glue




Wire cutters




Wire strippers









1


Get a core for your electromagnet. An iron railroad spike is good, but a 6-inch iron nail will work, too.





2


Use wire strippers to remove the insulation from the end of your spool of wire. Peel off at least an inch of insulation.





3


Leaving several inches hanging off the end of the core, wrap the coil from one end to the other, winding it as tightly as possible.





4


Attach the coil to the magnet. Use a drop of glue at each end or wrap the whole thing in tape.





5


Cut the spool of wire loose from the magnet, leaving several inches of wire. Strip the end of the wire as in step 3.





6


Attach the electromagnet to the battery. Put one of the exposed wires into the spring of the positive battery terminal. Touch the other end to the negative terminal to turn the battery on.





7


Pick up as many paper clips as you can at once with the magnets. Try to pick up other small, metal objects to find out what a magnet is attracted to and what isn't. Record your observations.








Tips & Warnings










To supercharge your electromagnet, use two wrappings of wire. Once you are done coiling the wire and affixing it to the battery, run it back to the side you started from and begin wrapping the battery a second time in the same direction.








Try changing the thickness of the wire. Thicker wire conducts better, but thinner wire lets you wrap more coils around the magnet. See which makes the electromagnet that can pick up the most paper clips at once.








Don't leave the electromagnet on when you are not using it as it will quickly wear out the battery.








Never turn your magnet on near electronic equipment. Magnets can ruin computers,
televisions
and many other things.



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How to Make Yourself Sneeze.

How to Make Yourself Sneeze.



Have you ever felt a sneeze that seemed to be stuck in your nose? Of course you have! You get this really weird look on your face, freeze, and shush everyone around you in an effort to will the sneeze out. Here is how to do it.







Things You'll Need:





Tissue









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Gross Method

Take the tissue and pinch a corner between you middle finger and thumb. Rub the tissue between your thumb and finger until it is pointed.





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Insert the tip of the pointed tissue into your nose. (I told you it was gross!)





3


Tickle the back of your nose until you sneeze.

If you have the sickening urge to try this (and some of you will) choose to do so when you are by yourself! Or at least with some good friends who have a sense of humor.





4


The Better Method

Look up! An old wive's tale was that looking at the sun would make you sneeze. Actually, you do not need the sun. The act of looking up will make you sneeze. If you already have to sneeze that is.








Tips & Warnings










Repeated use of the gross method will cause your nose to bleed. Don't ask me why I know this, just head my warning.



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How to Make Your Own Organic Soap

How to Make Your Own Organic Soap



Many of us choose to use all-natural products in our daily lives. One of the most frequently used products is soap. Organic soap, without all the added chemicals, is in high demand among families because everyone can use the same soap, from youngest to eldest. Learn how to make your own organic soap at home.







Things You'll Need:





Lye




Purified water




Essential oils




Solid vegetable oils




Butters




Herbs




Natural scents




Stainless steel pots




Stainless steel spoons




Plastic pitchers




Soap molds




Thermometer




Electric hand mixer




Blanket




Eyes protection device




Rubber gloves




Smock









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Gather your products. Before you get started, make sure you have all of the necessary products you need to work with. Place your soap recipe where you can easily refer to it throughout the process.





2


Set your scale. To insure you have an accurate weight measure, do not forget to set your scale to zero. Once your scale is set, measure out all of your ingredients and set them aside in the order that you will use them.





3


Make a solution mixture. Using a stainless steel pot, mix lye with spring water, this solution will give off heat to nearly 200 degrees in a short amount of time. Use caution when working with this mixture to avoid accidental burns. Set solution aside, allowing it to cool down to about 100 degrees.





4


Melt your fats. Mix together your solid organic vegetable oil and butters, heat to a 100 degree temperature long enough to blend solids. For best results, use a stainless steel pot. Add your exotic oils to this blended mixture. Once your water and lye solution has cooled down to 100 degrees, carefully pour it into this mixture.





5


Make some glycerin. Using a hand mixer, blend this mixture together quickly. The lye and fats will bond together creating a new solution of glycerin. The mixture now resembles whipped pudding. It is at this point you want to add herbs, botanicals and any essentials. The consistency will start to thicken more. Now it is time to pour it into a soap mold and cover to insulate for 24 to 48 hours. Remove from molds, shape and let it cure or dry out and harden for at least a month.


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How to make your own mouth wash

How to make your own mouth wash



How to make your own Mouth wash, Very safe for all ages No Chemicals at all.
Very easy to do every day and helps prevent canker sores, gingivitis, tonsilitis







Things You'll Need:





Sage Leaves-2 Teaspoons-crushed




Hot or boiling water




Strainer









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Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, or you can use hot water right out of the tap.





2


Best to use fresh sage leaves. Just chop them up to make 2 tsp and put in the cup with hot/boiling water.





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Put the sage leaves and water in an 8 oz cup and put the leaves in to simmer for about 10 minutes. Strain the leaves out of the cup, and gargle like you would normally








Tips & Warnings










This is also known to help in preventing/curing canker sores, mouth sores, gingivitis, and tonsillitis too.



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