2007-01-21 11:10:01 · 12 answers · asked by blahblahblah 5 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Heat is your best bet. A heating pad or a warm bath.
2007-01-21 11:14:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
sex is supposed to help relax the uterus and cause less pain, also a heat source would be good too. Exercise also helps.
What you can do for yourself to relieve the pain?
There are many ways to help relieve menstrual cramps. The trick is to find one that works for you. Lie down, if possible, at the first sign of pain and place a warm heating pad on your abdomen. You may also try taking a nice, warm bath or placing a hot water bottle on your abdomen. For information on "dry" heating pads (warm wraps that will let you leave the house and participate fully in your life), go to www.thermacare.com. Seek advice from your pharmacist about suitable painkillers. Over-the-counter medications may be helpful. For maximum relief, take painkillers before the pain gets too bad.
Massage can ease menstrual cramps. Gently rub your abdomen or ask your partner to massage your back. Exercise routines practiced throughout your cycle — particularly a few days before the onset of your period — may help to reduce pain by lowering your levels of prostaglandins. Exercise also helps to keep the blood flowing in your pelvis, easing that heavy, bloated feeling. Workouts that stretch your body — cycling with your legs up in the air, for example — are best.
http://www.always.com/period/cramps.jsp#l3
2007-01-21 11:17:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
After exploring this for many years, I decided it was a mythical quest. But... eventually I found that when I switched to a homeopathic primary physician, I lost cramps. I didn't complain of cramps, it's just that when everything had been addressed, the cramps were no longer there. You can found a homeopathic physician at this site.
http://www.homeopathic.org/find.htm
If a person has an M.D., insurance should cover them.
At the same time I switched to homeopathy I began accupuncture and he prescribed herbs.
I think it was the combination of both but who knows?
2007-01-21 11:17:16 · answer #3 · answered by hawkthree 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have been working with essential oils for a good number of years now and in my experience I have found that Wild Rosemary essential oil (together with a responsible carrier) works great for perod pain!
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Hope this is helpful!
2007-01-21 11:40:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Some soothers are: heat, soothing smells, bananas
For a good combo (I use it all the time!!!) Take a warm (preferably) bath (shower is okay though) Use soaps with lavendar scents (this smell is proven to relax you) or any other smell that you love. Eat a banana while you are doing it. May seem funny, but the results don't lie
>>>Hope this works well for you
2007-01-21 11:19:12 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I have a suggestion that may EASE the pain but wont take it away entirely, try drinking beetroot and granny smith apple juice. Of course you have to mix it yourself....sounds disgusting but i found not only is it nutritious but it helps. Juice 2 raw beetroots to every 3 apples. The apples make the beetroot taste a bit better. Also I've heard the evening primrose oil capsules work (they are natural) good luck......
2007-01-21 11:17:49 · answer #6 · answered by kelstar 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Ginger supplements Ive tried everything.It really works I did a lot research before I took it.Start with 6 for severe pain and every half hour until pain gone.Usually works in in the first half hour.
2007-01-22 06:43:03 · answer #7 · answered by -bls 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take a warm bath.
Slip into comfy sweats or pj's.
Sip on hot chocolate, hot tea, or a hot vanilla milk.
Pop a good chick-flick in the dvd.
Lay on a comfy couch.
Place a warm heating pad across your stomach.
Works every time. The heat and loose clothing are key.
2007-01-21 13:32:21 · answer #8 · answered by Marvelissa 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Heating pad or ThermaCare Menstral Heat Wraps. Look for them near the tampons or first aid products. These things are great! They last 8 hours or more so are good for sleeping too. Here's a link for you to check out. There's also a $2.00 off coupon.
http://www.thermacare.com/menstrual/index.shtml
2007-01-21 11:19:23 · answer #9 · answered by margarita 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Besides heat try exercising. Deep breathing helps too. If you do get bad enough to want to try medication Advil (ibuprofen) is best.
2007-01-21 11:16:19 · answer #10 · answered by ♥Stacy 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋