Transcript Lavender (Lavandula Augustifolia)

Pain Management
Group Members:
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Jonie Ho – Acupuncture & acupressure
Natalie O’Neil – Aromatherapy/Herbal
Remedies
Qiu Yan (Sandy) Luo – Nutrition Healing
Cuong (Brandon) Lieu - Visualization
Sally Dung Lieu – Yoga & Pain Control
Acupuncture
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An ancient Chinese method to control
health and pain
Practiced in China & Orient 5000 years
Inserting needles to different points in
different meridians (energy channels)
Works by stimulating the various points
in the body which are pathway for “QI”
to flow
A person is healthy when energy is
smooth and in balance
Ill or pain if the balance is disturbed
Acupressure
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Is type of bodywork based on the
same concept as acupuncture
Releases the tension in muscle
fibers
Similarities and difference to
acupuncture
Similarities and differences to
body message
Points to control backpain…
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ShenShu ( 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of
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YaoYang Guan (below the spinous process
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FeiYang (7 cun directly above KunLun)
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MingMen (below the spinous process of the 2nd
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the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar vertebra)
of the 4th lumbar vertebra)
lumbar vertebra)
ZhiShi (3 cun laterial to the lower border of
the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar
vertebra)
Taixi (between the medial malleolus and
tendo calcaneus)
Note: cun = measuring with fingers
Lavender (Lavandula Augustifolia)
Properties: analgesic, antidepressant,
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antirheumatic, antiseptic,
antispasmodic, antiviral,
antibacterial, decongestant,
emmenagogue, nervine, sedative,
tonic.
Balancing qualities- mind and
body so that healing can occur.
Excellent pain reliever that can
be used in massage blends for
tired/aching muscles. Lavender
has been credited with the ability
to reduce headaches.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Globulus)
Properties: Anti-inflammatory,
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analgesic, antineuralgic,
antirheumatic, antispasmodic,
insecticidal, parasiticidal.
Can alleviate rheumatism,
including rheumatoid arthritis. It
can be used in a blend to soothe
aching and sore muscles; can be
especially helpful when muscle
strains are present.
Can help to increase
concentration and memory.
A Word of Caution…
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Information given is not intended to be taken as a replacement for
medical advice. Any person with a condition requiring medical
attention should consult a qualified practitioner or therapist.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your physician
before using essential oils or aromatherapy products.
When using aromatherapy products, always remember: LESS
IS MORE!
Always use essential oils in their diluted form. NEVER apply
undiluted essential oils to the skin. Use a ‘carrier oil’ such as
grapeseed, coconut, or jojoba oil. When creating an aromatic
massage blend, use about fifteen to twenty drops of pure essential
oil for every ounce of carrier oil.
Nutrition Healing cont..
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Diet low in saturated fats and
simple carbohydrates
A minimum of five types of
plant food per day and the size
of each serving is half-cup
Protein (lean poultry, seafood,
egg whites, and low-fat dairy
products)
Nutrition Healing cont.
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Fat: restrict to less than 10%
of our total calories
Water: at least 8 glasses(64
ounces) of water a day to
maintain our fluid balance
Avoid: alcohol, cigarettes,
too much of caffeine intakes
and sweet
Visualization
Benefit for Yoga …
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Gently stretch and strengthen the
muscle in the hip, back and legs
Improve muscle strength in the
abdomen, which support in lower
back
Improve circulation to the brain
Helpful in preventing and in healing
from an injury
Back muscle wont feel tire easily
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