Diet: Eat foods high in
calcium, such as dark leafy greens, dairy products, and raw seeds and
nuts, as this will help your body heal the
fracture. Avoid excessive consumption of caffeine, red meat, all
processed foods, and soda, all of which can cause an acidity inside
your body, contributing to bone loss and slow healing time.
Flower Essences: Rescue Remedy Cream® applied topically to the affected area can help speed up the healing process. Herbs: Drink an infusion of equal parts comfrey leaf and horsetail to speed healing once the fracture has been set. Homeopathy: Calc phos., Symphytum, Ruta grav., Arnica, and Aconite, taken alone or in combination with each other, can help healing to occur. Hydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy is the application of water, ice, steam and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treatments include full body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used in the home as part of a self-care program. Many Naturopathic Physicians, Physical Therapists and Day Spas use Hydrotherapy as part of treatment. We suggest several at-home hydrotherapy treatments. Please seek the advice of your alternative health care practitioner before undergoing these procedures to make sure they are appropriate for you. *Purified water is essential for any hydrotherapy treatment. The section: Remedies for Treating Chlorinated Bath Water, offers clear instructions and recommendations. Nutritional Supplementation: To hasten your recovery, supplement with calcium, magnesium, vitamin C with bioflavonoids, vitamin D, vitamin K, silica, and zinc. Free-form amino acids may also be helpful. Topical Treatment: Apply a poultice of tumeric paste mixed with a little hot water over the affected area to help reduce swelling. (Caution: This is for close wound fractures, not open wounds.) Close Browser/Window To Return To The Main Menu |