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Herb Corner

Cecelia Avitabile of The Herb Corner and Learning Center in
Melbourne FL is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner with a Masters
of Herbalism degree and over 20 years of herbal experience. A
member of American Association of Drugless Practitioners and the
American Herbalist Guild. Visit www.herbcorner.net 321-757-7522

EASING BONE SPURS NATURALLY
Bone spurs are tiny irregular growths or extra
protrusions on the surface of the bone or joint
margins. Normally people experience these on the spine,
Take Control of Your Health With hands or feet. Bone spurs can go unnoticed for years and
symptoms may be undetected depending on where the spur is
Herbs - Mankind’s Oldest Medicine located. You may notice restricted movement or inflammation
Herbs have been used as a standard practice in the infected area and there may be sharp pain or a pinched
of complementary health-care for thousands of nerve that feels like needles digging into the area, or there can
years. History has accumulated a vast knowledge be numbness or weakness along the affected area.
of healing with plants providing us with a huge vari- Some causes of bone spurs can be injury to the bone or joint,
ety of healing options. wear-and-tear associated with osteoarthritis, plantar fasciitis,
There are over 750,000 plants on the planet tendonitis or other inflammatory conditions. Or it can be due
Earth and they all contain chemical compounds to hereditary factors where calcium absorption mechanisms tell
that can be converted into hormones, vitamins and the body to lay down calcium along the ligaments, tendons and
minerals that address the root cause of the condi- joints. The bone loss of osteoporosis encourages the body to
tion, not just the symptoms. They work like preci- compensate by developing spurs and new fibrous tissue around
sion instruments providing over-all support for the the spur. When this happens it can cause swelling, redness and
body. The Herb Corner carries all your herbal needs pain. As the tissue grows the network of tendons, nerves and
and all herbs are 100% organic. ligaments become callused.
With bone spurs the main symptoms are pain and
Master Herbalist & Certified Nutritional Consultant on Staff inflammation. Curcumin the yellow pigment in Turmeric
has been scientifically proven to reduce both pain and
We Sell More Than Just Herbs! inflammation. In Asia it has been used and is still being used to
treat arthritis, bone spurs and to alleviate pain. Alfalfa contains
Unique Jewelry- Rings, Necklaces, Bracelets, many minerals necessary for healthy bone formation plus, it
Earrings, , Raw and Tumbled Gemstones, helps to ease pain and inflammation. When Calendula, Arnica
and Chamomile are infused in Grapeseed oil or Coconut oil
Gemstone Animals, Eggs & Spheres, Salt Lamps in and compressed on the affected area daily their constituents
various sizes and shapes, Sage, Candles, multi- will improve circulation, reduce inflammation and reduce
colored LED lightboxes,, Lip Balms, discomfort. You can also add a pinch of Cayenne which contains
Headache Sticks, Bar & Liquid capsaicin or Ginger to this oil to further relieve the pain. To
Soaps, Salves, food-grade Essential make the oil simmer ¼oz. Arnica, Chamomile and Calendula
Oils, Unique Tea Diffusers, Tea Pots in 2c. Grapeseed or Coconut oil for 2-3 hours. Cool, strain,
& Oriental Mugs, Herbal Tumblers (don’t forget to add the pinch of Cayenne or Ginger) and
and much, much more!!! bottle. To use apply enough of this oil on to a cloth so it covers
the affected area. Compressing it for 30-60 minutes daily
overtime you should feel a reduction of pain and inflammation.
Specializing In All Natural Products Some lifestyle modifications to ease the pain of bone spurs
can be as simple as wearing proper fitting shoes. The correct
The Herb Corner shoe; ones that are not too tight and have shock absorbing soles
help distribute your weight properly easing the pain. Elevation
and Learning Center and cold compresses reduce swelling and inflammation. If
your bone spur is in your foot you can try rolling a small bottle
Hours: Wed-Fri. 10-5, Sat. 11-3 of frozen water around on the floor with your foot for a few
minutes. The ice reduces swelling and pain by constricting
277 N. Babcock St., Melbourne * 321-757-7522 blood vessels. Apple cider vinegar is great for helping bone
spurs. You can drink 1tsp. vinegar mixed with 8oz. water daily.
www.HerbCorner.net Or you can apply a cloth soaked in vinegar to the affected area
for 30-60 minutes. Overtime this is said to reduce inflammation,
ease the pain and dissolve the spur.

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