Stroke Treatment

Aromatherapy: Aromatherapy can help relieve the muscular paralysis that can result from stroke. Lavender, rosemary, and basil essential oils are helpful in this regard. Massage the stroke victim's spinal column and paralyzed parts of the body with of one quart of rubbing alcohol containing one ounce each of lavender, rosemary, and basil.

Diet: Eat an organic, whole foods diet that emphasizes on garlic, onions, fresh fruits and vegetables, and unprocessed fats. Especially good foods include seafood rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as wild salmon and fresh water fish, raw nuts and seeds, whole grains, fresh vegetables such as broccoli, sprouts, and kelp. Avoid deep-fried foods, animal fats, and semi-solid fats. Also limit your intake of foods that contain plant sources of estrogens, such as soybeans and peanuts, as well as alcoholic beverages.

Herbs: The following herbs can help improve lost circulation to the arms, hands, legs, and feet: use elder flowers, hyssop, rosemary, and yarrow. Damiana, lavender, rosemary, and Siberian ginseng can help enhance and nourish the nervous system.

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.
 
Nutritional Supplementation: The following nutrients are recommended for preventing and helping to recover from stroke: vitamin B-complexB-complex, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids (fish oils), and superoxide dismutase (SOD).