{"id":8202,"date":"2019-07-31T08:01:51","date_gmt":"2019-07-31T08:01:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.io\/?p=8202"},"modified":"2021-06-16T19:01:39","modified_gmt":"2021-06-16T19:01:39","slug":"14-home-remedies-that-help-overcome-post-polio-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.io\/14-home-remedies-that-help-overcome-post-polio-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Home Remedies That Help Overcome Post Polio Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Polio used to be one of the most feared medical conditions of its time back in the 40s and 50s, and thousands of cases were reported all over the world \u2013 and today, polio isn\u2019t nearly as prevalent as it used to be. In fact, there are many countries of the world who have eradicated the condition entirely, but there are still isolated outbreaks, and there are still many people out there who suffer from post-polio syndrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Post-polio syndrome is a health condition which can affect you if you\u2019ve ever had polio before in your life, and some of the symptoms such as muscle weakness will come back if you have contracted PPS. Post-polio syndrome isn\u2019t contagious in the same way that polio is, but it can be a dangerous condition \u2013 luckily, there are home remedies that can bring some relief to the associated symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 8 great home remedies that can help you to overcome post-polio syndrome if you have ever been diagnosed with polio before in your life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Herbal Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An increasing amount of scientific studies are being done into the many benefits of herbal teas<\/a>, and if you\u2019re recovering from any health condition such as post-polio syndrome or you would just like to ensure that you\u2019re in better general health, adding a few herbal teas to your diet a few times per week can make a huge difference to how you feel. Studies are managing to prove what people have been doing for thousands of years, and there\u2019s an herbal tea out there for nearly every use you could imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Herbal teas such as lavender are great for relaxation, and teas like jasmine can help to relieve pain and help you to get back to a normal sleeping routine after a serious bout of insomnia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose the right herbal tea for your needs and incorporate it into your health routine with some of the other tips that have been mentioned in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Immunity-Concoctions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The body\u2019s immune system<\/a> is what protects you against any illnesses and infection that you might encounter, and it almost goes without saying that your immune system should be kept as healthy as possible in order for you to stay in good health. This is also true if you\u2019re suffering from the after-effects of a condition like polio, which can happen even decades after the initial polio infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boost your immune system as much as you can and you\u2019ll find that you contract general infections less, but you\u2019ll also find at the same time that you handle conditions like post-polio syndrome better when your immunity is stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is a lot you can do at home to boost your immune system other than just following a healthy diet. You can also make a great-tasting drink that boosts your immune system by using just milk, honey and turmeric brewed into a tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Natural Herbal Supplements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Just in the same way as tea, there are many more studies that are being done on herbal supplements and the benefits that they could hold for your health \u2013 and again, science is finding out what people have known for thousands of years already when it comes to compounds that can aid their health. Natural herbal supplements are another great way to boost your general immune system, and you\u2019ll find that you get sick less easy when your immune system is stronger \u2013 and be able to handle conditions like post-polio <\/a>syndrome a lot easier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Natural herbal supplements can compliment any treatments that you might be following already, and they can even work very well in combination with many of the methods that have been mentioned in this article. If you aren\u2019t sure which herbal supplements will be the best for your health, see your doctor for them to make recommendations based on any other conditions that you might have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. A Warm Bath<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Thousands of words can (and have) been written about the many health benefits that a simple warm bath can have, and it\u2019s one of the best things you can do if you\u2019re suffering from the symptoms of post-polio syndrome. Muscle pain, fatigue <\/a>and tension are some of the most common symptoms that people with post-polio syndrome will experience, although many other medical conditions might experience the same symptoms without PPS being present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having a warm bath can help to ease the tension in you muscles, and you can enhance the effect with the addition of just a few drops of essential oils added to the bath \u2013 just to name one of them, lavender is one of the best natural herbs for relaxation and de-stressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A warm bath can also be combined with massage, which can also help to ease the pain and tension often associated with post-polio syndrome. See a massage professional or take a simple massage course if you aren\u2019t sure how to approach the issue of self-massage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Heat and Cold Compresses<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pain and discomfort <\/a>in the muscles and joints are some of the most common symptoms of post-polio syndrome, and it\u2019s symptoms that almost everyone with post-polio syndrome will experience during their lifetime. It can greatly impair movement, and it can be one of the most uncomfortable symptoms to have to live with for the long-term.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you experience any pain, swelling or discomfort, cold or hot compresses are often the first thing that your doctor will recommend \u2013 and with good reason. It\u2019s one of the best ways to get swelling and pain to reduce, and this usually applies to many different causes for the symptom, including post-polio syndrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For some cases, hot compresses might work better, but for others, cold is ideal \u2013 experiment with both until you find which works best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Natural Aspirin and Paracetamol<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Aspirin <\/a>and paracetamol are two of the most popular compounds found in modern medicine today, and they\u2019re available at almost every drug store and supermarket in the world \u2013 and this is for very good reason. They can be applied to far more than just pain relief, and you can also take these when you\u2019re trying to bring down a high-grade fever, which can be one of the first symptoms of post-polio syndrome or a general infection somewhere in the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A lot of people don\u2019t know that these compounds can be naturally found within willow bark: It\u2019s one of the best natural sources, and you can brew a simple tea from willow bark which can help you to recover when you need it most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the fever still persists after this, seek medical attention for your symptoms. A fever is something that can only be successfully treated at home up to a point, and medical attention becomes imperative when a fever can\u2019t be stopped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Bracing and Strapping<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Polio is known for often causing severe skeletal deformities that can affect the sufferer for the rest of their lives, and sometimes has to be corrected with surgery <\/a>after the initial polio infection. These injuries are often still the source of pain for several decades after the initial infection has taken place, and should be treated symptomatically for the best results when it comes to reducing pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The addition of shoe inserts, straps and braces on these injuries can help a great deal towards making movement a less painful process. Braces usually aren\u2019t expensive, and they can be adjusted to your individual injury or needs \u2013 and, there\u2019s a brace for almost every body part you could think of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember never to strap these braces so tight that they impair your circulation, but tight enough so that they can hold the injury together and reduce pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Physical Therapy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Post-polio syndrome can affect you years or even decades after you have been initially diagnosed with polio, but even if you are never diagnosed with PPS, you can still experience after-effects of polio throughout your life \u2013 and just one of these effects can include pain and discomfort due to deformities and injuries that you\u2019ve sustained as a result of the polio infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Physical therapy<\/a> is one of the first things that your medical professional team will recommend if you\u2019re suffering from these symptoms or have ever recovered from polio, and physical therapy involves things like massage and moderate exercise to keep your body in good condition.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you can continue with physical therapy at home, it\u2019s always best to have your first few consultations with an expert: They can show you the right techniques to use at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have ever suffered from polio before, realize that you are at risk of developing post-polio syndrome and make an appointment with your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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