Remedies for Spinal Cord Injuries

What to know more about spine related injuries and treatment / cure

Please help me. I am a recent SCI back in October. I am considering taking DMSO. How are you doing now and what would you recommend? Thank you

Frank, great to hear of your progress. My daughter also has a SCI C5 incomplete. August 20 1213 injury date. She has been suffering horribly from Autonomic Dysreflexia, nausea and vomiting. I'm wondering if you could explain better your DMSO intake especially the liquid. Also how bad was the burning sensation 1 to 10?

On http://www.cancertutor.com/spine/ they have a SCI tab that mentions a Helichrysum essential oil with the same nerve burning and a claim that one man did very well in his recovery and another gave up because of the nerve pain, it also mentions that another fella used it to help with hearing loss .

I'm not quite sure of the amounts and how you were using the liquid DMSO when you mention the 4OZ 2X daily. if you could clarify the amounts and how...are you mixing the DMSO with water? or just ingesting 4oz of pure DMSO.

Also I read of an amazing story in one of Dr. Jacobs books on MSM of a SCI patient and his mother that were using DMSO intravenously at time of his accident in the ICU with outrageous results. When the hospital refused to allow and stopped using the DMSO he lost all function...they finally forced the hospital to resume the DMSO intravenously, after a very long time (even having to testify in front of congress), He started to return his function again. Its an amazing story.

Ben

Hi I am a quad C5-6 and I like to know how far you have been able to walk, I have trace movement in my legs, good arms and hands, some core, just started DMSO but not as much as you were using. Could you send me an update on your progress Thanks. Art

We're you using 4 oz of DMSO twice a day or was that the Jusuru?

I am a quad c6-c7, I read some about DMSO. You drink it? And how much? Thank you

I looked up Jacob's lab but it closed so I'm wondering where I can get pure DMSO to consume internally?

You get DMSO at animal feed stores in the veterinary medicine section. The highest grade of DMSO is 99.85 % the only impurity found in DMSO is water so its not gonna hurt ya.

I believe Oregon state university has or had a unit studying dmso for many years. You might be able to get good info there.

Dr. Jacobs said he used to drink one ounce of dmso daily for more than 40 years.

If you get a headache from drinking dmso then you might have a fungal infection along with everything else. In that event try drinking a few drops of tea tree oil in a huge glass of water. Tastes horrible but relieves candida and mold related issues in a hurry.

I suffered a T2-T4 spinal cord injury Im considered incomplete ASIA C parapeligic. I was rear ended in a car accident on November 2015. I have been doing alot of research on nerve regeneration and things that can help me. I would love to try DMSO. I just do not know how much of the percentage I should use and how many times a day. I also read that if you mix tumeric along with the DMSO it will also help as there is a compound in Tumeric that is also known to regenerate nerves.

HI U MARIA,,,,,,,,,,, first you must gain knowledge and no one is going to take you to raise. You must gain this knowledge yourself. There are several books you can buy. Any on DMSO by Dr Jacobs will do, or the one by Dr. Morton Walker is the one I have. What I would like you to do is to read until you are give out and then read some more. That way, you will become an expert and can then tell others how to use DMSO.

What you want is a walk in the park..... A feel good thing and I am not that guy. But if you will heed my consul, you will heal yourself with knowledge. It's called Boot Camp. You won't like it while participating, but you will be proud of yourself when you are healed. Because you did it yourself and then you can help others.

I wish you well. =======ORH======

Iam suffering from l1, t12 spinal cord injury. Had a surgery with laminectomy (7months).
I can't walking or move legs .last several months it improved to walk with walker .but ankle and toes are still not work.and no sensitive. Is this dmso suit for me? Please help me to recover .thankz.

Please let me know if DMSO is really good for SCI? Please tell us the truth and if its for marketing let us know.. Its mater of life.. Give us the hope not the tears.

Hi Ruchi,

DMSO is good and has the capability of penetrating through the skin and carries along what ever you mix with it, in Kathy's case it appears that she has mixed aloe vera essential oil. In Spinal Cord Injuries, if you mix magnesium oil with DMSO that also will give the relief from pain and help in the movements.

Good Luck, Baldev

It has been another year since I have posted regarding my husband's condition... He just had another MRI, and the radiologist never mentioned seeing any myelomalacia on the MRI. There is still work to do with regards to nerve damage from surgery, but this post is to give people hope, and to keep your chins high, and keep looking for your healing. Also make sure that your sleep is sufficient, Best Wishes!

Hello, I am looking to speak with Yorkshire Pudding from Montana. I read your post about your husband. I am a spinal cord tumor survivor as well. I would like to share some info with you. Please respond. Thank you

Hello Yorkshire, I've been trying to contact you. I am a spinal cord tumor c5/c6 survivor. I have been diagnosed with myelomalacia. I have had some success and was happy to read your post. I would like to share the protocols I've used to help your husband and also ask for your recommendations. Thank you, Chris

Is this tethered cord syndrome? ..."Research by Dr. Alf Breig showed a relationship between Adult Tethered Cord Syndrome (ATCS) and posture. Though Breig used surgical methods to induce postural changes there are practitioners that offer non-surgical methods of improving posture and reducing axial tension on the spinal cord.

HI Tom, Have you considered using Castor Oil packs? I use Castor Oil for many things and really believe in it for myself. One size does not fit all but it may be worth looking into. Hope you find relief soon. Best to you.

Goodday Tom,

i hope it gonna work .wintergreen and sandelwood also verry good for regeneration of your spine I read. Saint jons oil also verry good for feeding your backcartilage think of breurs or dorn massage they use it also, gonna try it also but liitle bit scared of the dmso read bad and good things about it

goodluck.

Thank you for your post

May I know where could we find the Helichrysum essential oil, I have read about it previously and have been informed that it's not easy to find a trusted place to buy from.

I have a problem in my spinal cord, some thing called myelomalacia in my chest disk from T-9 to T-11

Sir,

Thank you for this information. You've helped me a lot with sharing you knowledge. I only recently discovered "Helichrysum essential oil" as I'm on the same path you've chosen: be pro-active as the answers are there but I need to search.....

I do have a question though about the dilution of Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide applied together with DMSO you are referring to. I have 3% FG Hydrogen Peroxide in my cupboard. How do I compare your dilution to the 3% I own? I need to help my 86-year old Diabetic father.

Thank you in advance,

Jeanet.

Tom, how do you apply your mixture? Inject it or apply topically?

Hi Tom, thanks for sharing what you've discovered and found that works! I have a family member who was paralyzed over 2 decades ago due to a spinal cord injury and now suffers from horrible pain and muscle cramps/ spasms despite not being able to move, walk, feel being touched, etc. Regarding your use of the supplements you mentioned*, can you please share the dosage and when you take them -i.e. once a day, all taken together or separately? * "Combination of Magnesium, Turmeric, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Benfotiamine, Vitamin B-12 complex and B-12 injectable and supplements of B-2 and B-6." Thank you and may you be blessed!

Hello Tom, could you please update us for your case.

I also have a problem in my T- 9 to T 11, I have used almost the same vitamins that you did but not too much with DMSO.

Haytham

I discovered this site recently when my quadriplegic son and I contracted Scabies and it was a huge help to get rid of it. So, thought I would contribute some valuable lessons learned on how to keep your quadriplegic loved one healthy. My son broke his neck 11 years ago in a surfing accident and is a C4/C5 complete. The average life after injury for someone with this severity of being paralyzed is about 10 years, and usually includes a host of medical problems: Urinary tract infections, bedsores, pneumonia, etc. Bobby is very healthy and happy. We founded a nonprofit org to help other paralyzed individuals and their families cope with living as a quad (www.cantkeepmedown.org) We have learned over the years what works to keep him healthy and to keep him from taking a ton of meds everyday as most doctors try to shove so many medicines into quads, which sometimes makes things worse. He can only feel from his nipples down. However, he does have movement in his right arm enough to lift it up and down. So, he has a custom brace on his right hand allowing us to insert a pencil, eraser end down, into it so that he can use it to push down on a wireless keyboard set next to him. This has been a lifesaver from boredom for him. He has a hobby making surf films. He was 22 and on his way to becoming pro when he was slammed onto the beach when he went over the falls from riding a huge wave. This hobby of making films has also allowed him to stay connected to his surf buddies and the surfing community. He has many friends who are pros and really good local surfers who go on surf trips and save some surf footage for him that he uses to make some amazing surf films. He's made 6 thus far and is working on his 7th film. In the beginning we'd sell them in the surf shops and on the internet. They even made a movie about him called "Can't Keep Me Down" still on sale all over the internet. We just give them away now to friends and people who need to hear about his inspiring story of courage and renewal.

So, we've learned some amazing remedies to keep him healthy. Since Bobby and I began taking extra virgin coconut oil in April 2009, we have not had a cold or flu, or even been sick! Bobby used to get urinary tract infections (UTIs) on a regular basis - hasn't had one since we started using the coconut oil (co). Bobby used to get bed sores from skin breakdown a lot, especially the first few years. He still gets them occasionally, but now they never go beyond the blister stage. We found these amazing bandages called Alyven Adhesive that get rid of them quickly. Put one on the blister and leave for 4 days, remove bandage they they are nearly gone! Amazing. I've seen some ugly side effects from quads who tried many remedies to cure their stage 3 and 4 bedsores to no avail. These bandages are very expensive, but well worth it. We keep them on hand at all times. Christopher Reeve died from complications from a bed sore. Anyway, we're here to help answer any questions you might have about quads and how to keep them healthy and overcome the many challenges that face them on a daily basis.

For all of you precious people out there who are living with this difficult life, I pray you have comfort in knowing that there is hope for a full and happy life. My son has spoken to many groups of young people over the years and he has honestly told them that he is happier now than he was before he was paralyzed. He has found a new Hope in a place that he likes to share with others whenever the opportunity arises. Take care and please write. We are here for you. Lori

What a wonderful post and story. I am truly amazed at the power of the human spirit on a daily basis. I know you and your son will give hope to so many people through your website and strength. I work for a wheelchair company so it is very inspiring to hear from people like you and your son. Who are overcoming their disabilities and won't let themselves be knocked down. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and keep your website in mind when I talk to people who need a little inspiration. God bless you both.

Hi Lorisayshey and Bobby - It is incredibly humbling and motivating to read such an inspirational story! It definitely puts things into perspective. There is always hope. Thank you for sharing with the Earth Clinic community. Take care, Bess

Lori, you are correct about the sort of healthcare quads recieve from conventional medicine. I once nursed a c/4 that had just returned from Sheppard in Atlanta and he was on lots of meds, some neccessary & helpful, some not. I recommended cranberry for the uti which also required the extract capsules. The chronic antibiotics created severe yeast infection with all the nasty side effects that go with it. I recomended my patient to report the problem to urologist and was prescribed nystatin with good results. Patient has continued a somewhat conventional treatment lifestyle, his health has worsened, assets depleted, and now living in log-term care facility. Yes, extra care is badly need for such extreme conditions.

Just finished Joni Earickson's book Joni and am now reading her second book A Step Further. She has a wonderful ministry and website Joni And Friends. http://www.joniandfriends.org/

Lots of luck to you and son.

I'm looking for a natural home remedy to relax nerves in my spinal cord and the back of my neck.

J: For a local remedy, use a very strong magnet directly over the injured area for several minutes daily or sleep with a Magnet Pad beneath the area for 8hrs. Magnets remove bad energy, infections, and waste products like acid, inflammation, and pain. Once all these obstacles are removed healing can occur.

A very good multivitamin/mineral/whole food supplement 2x daily with meals is very important for producing the enzymatic actions needed for all body functions, and along with a healthy diet will go a long way for healing.

For healing in particular, Therapeutic doses of Zinc plus preventive doses of Copper and Vit-A all contribute to healing. Another natural healer is Omega 3 Fatty Acids or EFA's like Fish, Krill, or Flax Oil along with a diet consisting of regular Salmon, Mackerel, and Sardines. The EFA's are very fragile in nature so they need to be kept refrigerated in storage and need antioxidant nutrients like Selenium, Vit-E, and CoQ10 in the body to prevent damage. Meet these standards & recommendations and the body's healing ability greatly increases. EFA's are particularly recommended for brain and nerve health. Chlorella is also another good natural cleansing & healing food.

Of course I have gone over-the-line in the healing dept from simply answering your request for natural remedies for relaxation, so two items come-to-mind are the amino acids GABA and Threonine. And there are herbs like Valerian, Hops, Passionflower, and Chamomile for relaxation. A homeopathic remedy which has long been a favorite of mine is Hyland's Calms Forte'.

Jimmie, have you tried Clay Packs?

I have found magnesium chloride oil with MSM to be very relaxing for the nerves and muscles when applied topically to the neck, spine and surrounding area. There are companies that sell it already made, but I make my own from magnesium chloride flakes and MSM powder.

Art

Hi Jimmie, look at The Miracle Ball Method by Elaine Petrone, it really works to release back tension.