Rhythmical muscle spasms with an alternation of opposing muscle groups are tremors. It is most commonly recognized in the hands, but may be seen in the neck and other parts.
\nThe key is that tremors have a regular rhythm. Other symptoms of tics or jerks belong to a different discussion with athetosis, chorea, dystonia, ballism, or Parkinson\u2019s disease, although treatments may be similar.<\/p>\n
Causes to be ruled out: brain disease, hyper thyroidism, drug toxicity from prescription or over-the-counter meds. Most conditions can be treated naturally but its best to get a diagnosis and rule out other diseases.<\/p>\n
According to modern medicine, again the cause must be known, tremors are treated with drugs (they all have side effects and may have to be used for a very long time). If stress or anxiety has induced the tremors the use of anti-depressant or other psychotic drugs may be prescribed. Counseling may be a good option for anxiety and stress.<\/p>\n
Natural Perspective<\/strong> Nutrition for tremors includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n Magnesium citrate<\/strong> to relax the muscles.<\/p>\n Alpha lipoic acid<\/strong> to increase anti-oxidant power<\/p>\n Vitamin B-complex<\/strong> to reduce the consequences of stress.<\/p>\n Lifestyle <\/p>\n Herbs are plants valued for their specific strengthening\/ tonifying properties.<\/p>\n Use these 5 remedies in the following proportions for all major causes of tremors. Use in powder form or tincture form; mix together and take \u00bd teaspoon powder or \u00bd to 1 teaspoons of liquid tincture 3 times a day.<\/p>\n 1 part Dandelion root Dandelion root<\/strong> \u2013 supports and cleanses the liver that controls muscles and helps the body for detoxification.<\/p>\n Sage leaf<\/strong> \u2013 cleanses the livers, kidneys, strengthens the nerves, controls perspiration and is good for menopausal hot flashes. Used traditionally in Europe for tremors.<\/p>\n Rosemary leaves<\/strong> \u2013 liver, spleen, brain support. Improves digestion and slow used in Europe for tremors.<\/p>\n Lavender flowers<\/strong> \u2013 used for the brain, nerves, dizziness, migraines, bloating, stroke, epilepsy, tremors and other neurological problems.<\/p>\n Cayenne pepper<\/strong> \u2013 to energize the formula and increase circulation. This serves as a catalyst.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n To make a cell salt solution<\/strong>, put up to 10 tablets of each cell salt in a 16- to 24-ounce bottle; fill with water and swirl to dissolve tablets. Sip throughout the day.<\/p>\n While most all the cell salts work for tremors the following three will be a good general formula<\/p>\n #6 Kaili phos 6X<\/strong> \u2013 basic neurological remedy for prickling in hands and feet with numbness in the fingertips; stress or grief. Homeopathic remedies are non-toxic natural medicines safe for everyone including infants and pregnant or nursing women. You may use 6X, 30X, 6C or 30C potencies.<\/p>\n Agaricus<\/strong> \u2013 spasms of arms with tremors and twitching; paralytic pain in left arm then palpitations; worse on holding objects and moving hands, also worse when writing; worse during menses.<\/p>\n Argentum nit<\/strong> \u2013 performance anxiety, fear of heights; craves sweets; anxiety; can\u2019t write; numbness of hands, arms, fingers; peripheral neuralgia.<\/p>\n Arsenicum album<\/strong> \u2013 weakness and exhaustion of hands, twitching and spasms; paralysis and tingling; restless feet and fingers; restless person who wants everything perfect; worse mornings.<\/p>\n Belladonna<\/strong> \u2013 tremors and cramping pains; heaviness; paralytic feeling; coldness; worse right side.<\/p>\n Causticum<\/strong> \u2013 paralysis of single muscles; heaviness and weakness; unsteady; numbness; contracted tendons; worse when writing, in evening, and holding out hands with pain; mostly right sided.<\/p>\n Cina<\/strong> \u2013 tremors from nervous conditions or parasites; especially in children; sudden inward jerking; fingers on right hand; twitching.<\/p>\n Cimicifuga<\/strong> \u2013 restless uneasy feelings in limbs; tremors with arthritis; soreness, aching; numbness; hands tremble when writing; worse left side; female hormonal and menopausal symptoms.<\/p>\n Cocculus<\/strong> \u2013 one-sided paralysis; painful stiffness of joints; trembling and pain; symptoms of vertigo; hands are numb and alternate hot or cold on change of position; drops objects and holds them awkwardly.<\/p>\n Gelsemium<\/strong> \u2013 tired; dull after mononucleosis; single muscles twitch; internal trembling; weakness of limbs; muscle pains; cramps in forearms; cold wrists and hands; palms numb and hot; neuralgia; writer\u2019s cramp.<\/p>\n Hyoscyamus<\/strong> \u2013 restlessness, muscle twitches with cold hands and feet trembling; from alcoholism; muttering, delirious; hyper sex drive; also during menses; worse from writing.<\/p>\n Ignatia<\/strong> \u2013 neurological issues; cramps; twitching, spasms, tingling; from stress and anxiety; sighing; lump in throat; worse form writing.<\/p>\n Iodium <\/strong>\u2013 tremors with hyperthyroid condition; eats ravenously but gains no weight; trembling, weary and debilitated; cold hands and feet; tremors of fingers.<\/p>\n Lachesis<\/strong> \u2013 worse left side; swelling of wrists and ankles; left arm and hand numb; jealousy; alcohol toxicity; doesn\u2019t like clothing about the neck; talkative, changing subjects often.<\/p>\n Mercury vivus<\/strong> \u2013 used for tremors of Parkinson\u2019s disease; paralysis, weakness and weariness; sensitive to temperature; arthritic problems; coldness; worse holding objects or holding out hands or working with hands, and while writing.<\/p>\n Nux vomica<\/strong> \u2013 tremors with digestive problems, alcohol or stimulant abuse; cramps; paralysis; motion of hand to mouth; sudden loss of power; limbs feel heavy; arms go to sleep stiff, numb; from smoking.<\/p>\n Opium<\/strong> \u2013 coldness, numbness, weakness; tremors during sleep; heat and stress; worse from fright or glare of light.<\/p>\n Phosphoric acid<\/strong> \u2013 crawling sensation; tremors when writing; mental exhaustion or grief; weakness, debility, pain at night.<\/p>\n Phosphorus<\/strong> \u2013 emotionally sensitive; tremors also in fingers, worse hands hanging down during mornings, using them, and when writing; tingling, crawling sensation; can\u2019t hold anything in hands.<\/p>\n Plumbum met<\/strong> \u2013 gradual onset; neurological muscles; atrophy, paralysis of single muscles; stinging, tearing tingling twitching, coldness; worse lower limbs; worse evenings, fingers, holding objects, handwork.<\/p>\n
\nAyurvedic tradition says that tremors are a Vata disturbance of the muscles. It is the nerves of the muscle that need help. Chinese medicine says the liver controls the sinews and muscles and most tremors are caused by liver problems. This includes toxicity from medicines or alcohol which affect the liver. Another cause is often nerve or stress conditions to which natural therapies for tremors are particularly helpful.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Slow down if anxious our stressed. What\u2019s the hurry? Smell the roses. If a relationship is making things worse seek counseling. If work is stressing you, re-examine your priorities. Change your lifestyle before the universe (circumstances) changes it for you.<\/p>\nHerbs for Tremors<\/h2>\n
\n2 parts \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sage leaf
\n2 parts Rosemary leaves
\n3 parts Lavender flowers
\n1 part Cayenne pepper<\/p>\n
\nCell Salts to Help with Tremors<\/h2>\n
\n#9 Nat mur 6X<\/strong> \u2013 numb and tingling fingers; ice cold hands or hot sweaty palms; hands tremble when writing; emotional problems from grief.
\n#12 Silicea 6X<\/strong> \u2013 legs trembling, paralyzed; trembling hands when used; delicate shy, timid person.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
\nTremor Homeopathic Remedies<\/h2>\n