Alternative treatments for kidney stones include the use of herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, acupressure, hypnosis, or guided imagery to relieve pain.
Kidney StonesThese are hard deposits of chemical salts. They can be caused by inadequate fluid intake and by too much calcium and animal protein in the diet. In the United states it is believed that a deficiency of magnesium and B6 can contribute considerably to calcium oxalate kidney stones. Mild pain in the lower back on one side indicates stones in the kidney. Severe pain indicates stones that have got stuck in the ureter, one of the two tubes that carry urine the from kidneys to bladder.TreatmentDiet and NutritionDrink several pints of water daily. Reduce your of calcium-rich foods such as dairy products. Avoid foods containing calcium oxalate chocolate, strawberries, rhubarb, grapes, spinach, blueberries, and beets. Use a water filter to remove calcium in hard water areas. A tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, mixed with a bit of honey in a little warm water and taken every day, can also help.Consult a qualified practitioner/therapist for:Herbal Medicine Remedies include gravel root, stone root, and parsley piert. Homeopathy Remedies to relieve caused by kidney stones blocking the ureter include Berberis, magnesia Phos., and Calcarea. Acupuncture This can help reduce pain and infection.Urinary incontinenceThis condition can be caused by a weakness of the muscles controlling the bladder, injury (sometimes during childbirth), or disease. Drugs prescribed for some medical conditions - high blood pressure, for example - can also affect bladder control.The symptom of this condition is inability to control urination. An early sign is involuntary micturation, a leakage of urine when laughing, coughing, or lifting. In men this can also be a symptom of prostate problems.TreatmentDiet and Nutrition Lose weight if necessary - being overweight can strain the muscles controlling the bladder. Follow a wholefood diet rich in fresh fruit and vegetables, and drink plenty of water: strained bowel movements due to constipation put pressure on the bladder muscles.Homeopathy Pulsatilla 6c and Causticum 6c are often prescribed. Traditional Chinese Medicine Golden lock tea is recommended.Acupressure This can also be helpful.
