Trigger Finger, Thumb? Carpel Tunnel?

So it was in May of 2018 when I originally posted on Soical Media about this miraculous discovery for Trigger Thumb which at the time I happened to have.

 Sometimes, well actually too many, I forget to listen to my own advice? Here's what I posted back then, 6 years ago

"Years ago I developed Carpel Tunnel. I was prescribed splints and also was eventually scheduled for surgery! I ended up cancelling surgery. When I went to study Holistic Nutrition, I learned that Vitamin B6 is helpful for Carpel Tunnel. Well now I have developed Trigger Thumb! It started with an intense pain in the fatty pad at the base of my thumb. It felt like there was a nodule in there as well. It caused weakness, such that I had a hard time unscrewing jars, unbuckling seat belts, even washing dishes hurt! Then 3 weeks in my thumb started locking in a bent position and only being able to snap open rather than the usual fluid movement. This hurt as well. Texting Thumb or Finger is the same thing as Trigger Thumb or Finger, also called Stenosing Tenosynovitis! The medical treatment for it is prescribed NSAIDs, anti inflammatory meds (that have side effects,of which one is to further deplete Vit B6), rest, exercise, splints or cortisone injections (that potentially cause bone loss)  or eventual surgery! In doing my research for natural treatments, I stumbled upon numerous claims of people having success alleviating Carpel Tunnel or Trigger Finger following the advice in the book, The Doctor Who Looked at Hands by Dr Ellis.
It was supplementing with the activated P-5-P form of Vitamin B6, it DOES NOT have the warning of neuropathy that comes with just regular Vitamin B6, and I happen to have that on the shelves of LifeSustainers so I am going to give that a try! Turns out, it is caused by a vitamin deficiency and repetitive motions! Since I have making these posts with my Cellie on Instagram, I think that is what aggravated it!"

At that time, I did take the P-5-P, at a dose of 50mg/3 times a day, and sometimes not, if I forgot. But the Trigger Thumb did go away, I think about after 4 months. This time I am trying at a little higher dose 200 -250mg a day. This does seem to be giving some quicker relief. Since that time I have also been doing a custom powder with lots of Magnesium as well. Magnesium deficiency has also been implicated in Trigger Finger or Thumb. 

"If you're short on magnesium you can't utilize your calcium optimally. And the body can and does express calcium when it's short on magnesium.
Lack of Magnesium causes muscles to get and stay tight. And those muscles pull and compress the thumb joint, which causes the body to make it 'stronger' by building up bone and tough connective tissue tissue to help withstand the compression.
B. Lack of Vitamin B6 and B12 cause all sorts of problems (inability to utilize magnesium)."

https://www.tendonitisexpert.com/trigger-thumb.html

So interesting this time, I did not develop Trigger Thumb, but Trigger Finger. So the moral of this story, is that I should not let up on taking my Vitamin P-5-P, because when it's stopped, there is a risk it will return. Again, because I am posting on social media, either at my computer or cell, there is a lot of repetitive motion going on. 

The other thing though I have not seen it mentioned in anything that I have read is, but I am considering the EMF frequencies transmitted from devices may also factor in. I tend to place my hand in my palm. Along with trigger finger and I mentioned in it my prior post, that I developed a nodule just below my finger. If you ever have had or are currently experiencing this issue, if you press there, it will be painful and you can feel the bump. I have been trying to use my phone more placed on a table rather than in my hand. 

I have come across information that those that have to hold vibrational tools often times suffer from Trigger Finger and or Carpel Tunnel.

"Critical hand movements, particularly those involving gripping tools or extensive typing, are significant risk factors for developing trigger finger. The mechanism underlying this condition involves the inflammation and narrowing of the sheath surrounding the tendons in the finger, leading to a catching or locking sensation. Activities that require forceful finger movements, such as using vibrating hand-held machinery, further exacerbate this risk due to the constant strain placed on the flexor tendons."

https://pennspineandortho.com/general/how-to-prevent-trigger-finger/

Also Inflammation causes Vitamin B6 deficiency, so if you have Carpel Tunnel or Trigger Finger, you have inflammation. 

So along with taking the Vitamin P-5-P, and Magnesium one can also take supplements known for their anti-inflammatory properties. Omega 3, Curcumin, Boswellia, Ginger, Bromelain, Cayenne, Sulforaphane. All these supplements mentioned are available at Life Sustainers.

Other things that can factor in with the cause of inflammation are food sensitivities, like gluten intolerance which cause Leaky Gut, which causes an inability to efficiently absorb nutrients.

What also helps is to do some stretching or finger exercises, Physio, Ice Baths or even Infrared Heat, Laser Therapy or Nerve Flossing. Here is a video of a nerve flossing technique for Carpel Tunnel 

This is a longer version, so the flossing is the 2nd part of the video

Here is another link for Physio Exercises for Trigger Finger. If you have benefits or can afford physio, you can also seek those modalities to help.  

The other issue is the nodule or bump that forms is also considered as scar tissue or an adhesion. Serrapeptase, or Nattokinase are helpful when taken away from food to help break that down.  

Here is one more video to try, once you start searching, you will find a lot of videos with suggested exercises and modalities to try but do not forget the supplements to help the recovery and future prevention.

A Great Find, Live GOOD!

Live GOOD!

My plan to continue to offer the highest quality nutraceutical products continues and now it has lead me to a new company, Live Good, an affordable option. Wait now, hear me out! 

Just before Christmas I had a great opportunity to have an OSTTC student have a placement with me. She was very helpful and she spent her time going through all my shelves to find expired products. You may want to ask, why I did not do it earlier? Many times I have, but it is always a very depressing chore for me to see the number of quality supplements, super foods or organic products that have expired and it basically represents a loss of revenue for me. I offer great discounts and have learned to limit my stock, but still when the products don't sell, it is a huge loss. I have also reduced soon-to-expire supplements as well, with no success in moving them. This happens frequently.

When my student was finished, the number of products expired was still a shock to me. We had to free up another whole shelf just for more expired products. Though these products do not suddenly turn bad or impotent or less effective over night, I guess people are still weary of purchasing them even though greatly discounted. I have given and am currently giving many high quality products away with a purchase. This at least helps to ease the painful thought of just dumping oodles of supplements out. I have had to do it a few times, however.

So again I would like to thank the loyal customers coming in frequently to shop at the local rez natural health store, My passion is offering quality nutraceuticals, tips and services to help in our community's wellness. I firmly believe in what I am doing and I am always searching for other ways to meet the need and educate.

So know that I am still trying and I am still keeping the store doors open. I know that I offer a great number of very high quality supplements that have incredible results in helping to heal our bodies from what could be some very life altering issues. 

So enter Live Good, I was actually introduced to this company back in the spring time, I gave it a quick look and again was hesitant because of it being an MLM company. Now that I gave it a more thorough look, right down to their policies and taste testing their products (and every one tasted awesome). I am so excited to offer this as an alternative to those who would sooner have home delivery, plus affordable wellness products. 

WAIT A MINUTE, 

that is not the only bonus. Unlike other companies, there are NO QUOTAS, there are NO REQUIREMENTS to order every month or a certain amount each month. You do not have to join, you can certainly just order retail whenever you want. Even if you do join, via a $9.95 USD/month membership you still Do NOT have to order every month. HOW ABOUT THAT, ORDER WHAT YOU WANT, WHEN YOU WANT? 

It's just the cat's meow, LIVE GOOD brings you the most advanced nutritional supplements on the market, made with only the purest, highest quality, results-driven ingredients on the planet, without the expensive pricing mark-ups of other companies. They are so affordable, perfect for your family budget and their wellness! 

WHAT ALSO AMAZES ME ABOUT THIS COMPANY IS THE ATTENTION TO THEIR ADDITIVES, THEY ARE MINIMAL, ORGANIC AND QUALITY with full disclosure.

So if you want to shop and save, join the membership, you have a choice to pay monthly or pay yearly (saving 20%) CLICK the link above. Some prices to give you an idea, Men's or Women's multi, $9.95 for high quality, at the optimal dosages. What about a really great tasting Greens Powder, at only $18.00, An ORGANIC Super Greens that Helps improve digestion, support immunity, boost energy and feel more vibrant with just one delicious scoop each day! I sell a Greens line in the store, and my wholesale cost that I pay is way more than that.

Too early to commit to a membership, then order Retail and still look at the low prices for the same amazing products. $14.95 for the Multi's, $24,00 for the Organic Super Greens. Just take a look, there is a so much more to choose from with great benefits!

But wait, who does not need extra cash in today's ever expensive world? If you are ready to make some extra cash, if even to pay for your own supplements then check out the opportunity to become a Live Good Affiliate for only $40 USD fee! The ways to earn money is 10 deep and as far wide as you can see! When I started my brick and mortar store, there was way more overhead than that! There were the Renos, not only financial, but a lot of elbow grease and time went in to that to get the store ready. There is the purchasing of the shelving, coolers, price tags, bags, advertising, the products (that have an expiry date that is really a best before date) and much more. So $40.00 USD a month is a great start up cost and you do not have to deal with excessive overhead costs. Does your netflix, or amazon membership pay you back?? 

Come in and shop in the store, for my January clearance sales, 15%, 30% or 50% off. 

I still am offering my services such at Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, and Live Blood Cell Analysis for some deeper health issues so remember you can book those here

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