Note: Homeopathic "Arnica Montana" instructions on how to take a remedy, has been moved to the bottom of this page.
Engineered Bodywork
1. If you have "sha" markings or soreness after your treatment, go to a health food store (i.e. Sprouts) and buy Arnica Montana (30c) (See bottom of this page for directions on how to take the Arnica).
2. It is best not to take a shower the same day after Engineered Bodywork. If you absolutely have to take a shower, make it a quick, lukewarm water shower.
3. Avoid steam, sauna, weight-lifting exercise until the soreness has subsided in the area of treatment (2-3 days). Light cardio is okay. Trust how your body feels if it is tired, let it rest and go to sleep. The healing process is much more effective when the body is at rest.
4. Drink plenty of water (not too cold). If you are feeling a slight headache or nausea after treatment, drink 8 oz. of water, go to the restroom and repeat until the headache/nausea lessens or goes away.
5. If cellular debris and discoloration have appeared during treatment, these should fade within 2-3 days or sooner depending on your circulation efficiency. If some areas take a little longer to clear, not to worry, age, heredity and lifestyle are significant factors when it comes to the circulatory system.
6. Avoid exposure to the sun and wind for a minimum of 24 hours and optimally until all cellular debris discoloration has faded. It is best to keep the area covered because, just as toxins and blood have moved up to the surface of the skin, outside toxins have a greater opportunity to get in.
7. Even if you are not concerned with having color or marks on the skin and are happy because they removed pain and toxins, remember that your family and friends may not feel the same way. Explain the procedure to them and let them know you are doing well.
8. The areas worked may feel tender, with an increased feeling of warmth and range of motion. This is normal and part of the healing process.
9. If you received Cupping/Gua Sha (metal tool work) for frozen/tight/muscular pain, take it easy, light cardio is okay, no weight bearing exercise until all muscle soreness is gone, even if you feel a lot better.
10. Avoid cold and sour foods and fluids; this can cause constriction which may intensify muscle soreness.
Kinesiology Taping
The tape should only be left on for a maximum of 5 days.
To remove the tape:
1. Pour baby oil onto the tape covering it completely and let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
2. While running cool water over the tape, slowly and gently roll and peel the edge back, slide your index finger under the tape next to the skin and continue peeling while moving your index finger back and forth until the tape is completely removed.
3. Use more baby oil with a cotton ball to remove any leftover adhesive and wash the skin with soap and water.
4. Dry skin thoroughly and apply Aloe Vera gel to heal any skin irritations.
Homeopathy
In the days/weeks after taking the homeopathic remedy you may find that you feel better in yourself – you experience an increase in energy and/or your complaints gradually begins to improve or even clear. With an acute or recent illness your improvement may be quite swift but, if you have been suffering from a long term or chronic illness, it can be a more gradual or prolonged process. In general, the longer you have been ill, the longer the recovery process will take.
Some people experience a slight worsening or aggravation after their treatment. This usually occurs within the first two weeks of taking a remedy and is a good sign. Aggravations mostly do not last long, are manageable and are usually accompanied by an increased sense of wellbeing.
You may experience a “return of old symptoms”, in other words various symptoms that you have experienced in the past may return, and these too, are a good sign. They indicate that your body is clearing out an old disease pattern and are generally short-lived. If you feel ill after your consultation ask yourself whether your symptoms are familiar, or whether they remind you of something you have experienced in the past.
If they don’t, it may be that you have contracted an acute illness, i.e. a cold or flu, or urinary tract infection – something that has occurred as a result of some additional stress in your life. If your symptoms are serious you will need to consult your doctor. It may be possible to treat your complaint homeopathically so it is worth calling me to check this out – the earlier the better. In any case, it is always helpful to let me know if you have any questions or are considering medical treatment for an acute complaint in between consultations. Send a text and let me know how you are doing.
You may find as you progress that adjustments to eating or lifestyle habits, sleeping patterns, living and/or working environments, relationships, and other areas of your life will change with the ultimate goal being that of achieving a balanced quality of life – it’s a natural outcome of beginning to feel better!
How to take your Homeopathic Remedy - Arnica Montana (30c) works great for soreness or sha markings after your Engineered Bodywork treatment. Go to a health food store (Sprouts) and buy Arnica Montana (30c) in the vitamin department. Turn tube over and twist cap to dispense 3 pellets into cap. Next, pour the pellets under your tongue. It is best not to touch the pellets with your hands. No food or drink (including water) for 1 hour before or after taking the remedy. Treatment may be repeated if the soreness remains by the end of day and the following day.
