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Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by Tony (Lexington, Ky) on 11/27/2017
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After reading the many positive comments about alfalfa and tendonitis, I ordered some to try it. I'm happy for the people who found relief with the stuff, but it made my tendonitis ache and hurt more than it ever had. After a few days of taking it, the flare up calmed down for the most part. Tried taking one tablet a week later and the flare up started again.
I'm truly happy for anyone finding relief with alf, but for me its def a no go....
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by Tony (Lexington Ky) on 02/11/2018
"I meant to say a few days of not taking it"
Sorry for the typo
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by Michael (New Zealand) on 07/19/2016
I have a question for Earth Care and Contributors.
This site recommends Alfalfa as a premier remedy for Tendonitis. I am wondering which of the following would be the best herb to take for tendonitis:
Alfalfa, Bromelain, Devil's Claw, Ginger, Boron, Chanca Piedra or Turmeric? Do we treat tendonitis in a somewhat different way from (for instance) Calcification or Arthritis? Does it require a subtlely different approach? Also, does (or can) tendonitis involve an element of calcification?
I would be very grateful for some enlightenment on this mystery. Thank you in anticipation. Michael
Grapeseed Oil
Posted by Healingrocks (London, Uk) on 12/07/2013
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Am a professional masseur. Had had tendonitis of especially the right thumb a few years back, but somehow it went again. Have not had any problems for the last few years. Recently the problem came back. Thinking about it I realized that for about 2 months prior, I have been usuing different massage oils. Finished those and am now usuing grapeseed oil again -> thumb much better. Read that grapeseed oil has anti-inflamatory properties, so the two might well be related...
Ruptured Tendon
Posted by Francisca (Zug, Switzerland) on 03/09/2012
Liz, I am sad to hear that you have the same problem I have. I have recently taken a 400.000 IU of Vit. D because in France you can take one dose which is good for a number of months (you can choose for three, four or six months). I didn't feel any difference. I have it in the upper left arm as well, better than the right as I am right handed. With me only half of the tendon is torn and it created a thickness on the top, the other half is stressed trying to cope. I couldn't go on like this because as I usually don't have pain I keep doing the wrong movements and then it hurts a lot. Two doctors warned me that I can overdo it any time and then it can really go so badly wrong that the operation will be far worse. One can get better with physiotherapy but it seems that you never really cured. I am afraid.... afraid of the operation, afraid of one week in the hospital, afraid of the six weeks with little movement and after that all the physiotherapy just now my husband is going to retire in May but I'm afraid that there is no other choice.
Thanks for caring and please keep me informed of how things go with you. I will try to do the same so you know how it is. Maybe it is better than we both think?
Ruptured Tendon
Posted by Timh (Louisville, Ky, USA) on 03/10/2012 2048 posts
Francisca, it seems you have many EC members thoughts & prayers going for you.
At your response, I forgot to mention that my devotion as a Nurse Assistant was also rewarded when I was hospitalized w/ non-textbook acute Leukemia. I had major pain and deep tissue damage to feet leaving me completely bedridden for almost 1 yr. But I had one nurse that gave me special attention (especially my feet) and we became good friends.
My hope is that you get some of this "Compassionate Medicine" in your clinic.
Ruptured Tendon
Posted by Francisca (Zug, Switzerland) on 03/11/2012
Thanks Tim and thanks to everybody here! And you are right, a bit of compassion and warmth when you are not feeling well (and even when you are) makes you feel so good..... I don't know what to expect here in Switzerland but as a rule in this part they are not very warm, or maybe they are but they don't know how to show it! We have a last appointment with the surgeon tomorrow afternoon and I hope he will let me come home sooner. Even if I can't do anything I am better off in my own bed with my books and my TV programs in languages that I do speak! My three children where born in Holland many years ago and although I quite like Dutch people the nurses were far too cold and impersonal to the point of frightening me. I was very young, no family around.... But I think that the fact that I was a foreigner didn't impress them either!
Sad to hear that you had to suffer so much but nice you had someone to comfort you! Great that you have recovered and we have you to give us good advice, really appreciated! You know, now people are becoming more and more distant it really makes me happy when I meet people who are warm and friendly! A while ago I was already suffering with my arm and had a horrific cold but had to travel quite a distance on my own by train. As there was an accident the whole schedule was turned upside down and my German not being very good made things even more difficult but I met this wonderful retired Swiss couple and we traveled together from then on! I think that we have now a lasting friendship and they will surely visit us when we move to our new home! So you see..... Many people may not be nice but the nice ones really make a huge difference and I am sure you touched a lot of people's hearts! Bless you!
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Skycandy (Mi, Fl) on 09/21/2011
I too have been floxed. I will never take any form of the anitbiotics flouroquinillones nor will any member of my family. I took Cipro in January 2011 for an UTI and w/in 3 days my knees felt tight and stiff. By the 5th day my right knee was hurting and swollen and by the 7th day my left knee was the same. A co-worker asked if I was taking an anti-biotic and I told her I was, and she said it could be the cause.
Sure enough, after researching, I found that Cipro can cause tendonitis. On the 8th day I could not even walk and have been struggling to get back to normal ever since. I am not able to run, walk for long periods of time or do any kind of activity. I was completely healthy before taking this medication and now I feel like a handicap person some days. I am only 36 yrs old. Yes it does have flouride in it. It is posion and the FDA knows and still lets this be on the market. Levaquin is the same thing. I have had x-rays, MRI's, you name it, and according to the DR's there is nothing wrong w/me. It is very frustrating and I am hoping to find a cure on this website. Something to flush this poison out of my body. My wrists, hands, fingers, ankles, toes and kness have all been effected by this crap. If anyone has any suggestions, please help!!
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Jc (Los Angeles, Ca, Usa) on 10/18/2011
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I HIGHLY ADVISE AGAINST TAKING CIPROFLOXIN!! I am a 25 year old, 90lbs woman. I was prescribed Cipro for a UTI. After one dose, I felt extremely stiff, nausea, and was having difficulty walking. I decided to lie down (but had to get up to go to the restroom because of the UTI). When I lifted myself out of bed, I heard a loud pop in my achilles tendon and immediately was struck with intense pain. I could no longer put any weight on it--let alone walk.
Turns out after researching, I found out that one of the side effects for Ciprofloxin is ruptured tendons!!! I have greatly suffered from this drug and was unable to walk for months. Luckily, I did not need surgery as some of the tendon is still intact. Though, I am still unable to run on it, carry heavy weight, do streneous activity and that happened 6 months ago! I'm so young and I had to share my story because I don't want anyone to go through the same experience that I did!!
Please read all side effects and try to do research on prescriptions before hand, and decide whether the benefits of those meds truly outweigh the side effects. You may save yourself from serious side effects, a lifelong injury, and excess medical bills!!
Heres to a long and healthy life! ~
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Omg (Columbia, Mo) on 10/31/2011
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Cipro should only be used when death is the alternative. a) developed rotator cuff tendonitis while on drug. b) developed proximal hamstring tendinopathy a few months later.
Took drug for 8 days for suspected uti - negative. 62 yo male highly active bicyclist up until recently.
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Sophie (Pdx, Oregon) on 11/24/2011
I was sick for about 10 weeks it began with a yeast infection and soon I had lower abdomen pressure. Frequent urnination, fever and headache. Finally I decided to go to the doctor because all of my natural remedies seem to not be able to end the fever and pressure so I was put on Cipro I'm a vegan, and my doctor gave me 5 days worth told me take it for only 3 days, because I'm so sensitive. Well on the third day my joint and tendons were inflamed it was hard to walk or sleep. I'm amazed that Cipro is prescribed to anyone! After reading how dangerous the side effects are... even when you stop taking Cipro it can still affect your tendons 3-6 months down the road!! I was so freaked out! I drank 2 tablespoons of turmeric in water, vitamin C and magnesuim and I'm going to continue that for a few days. Instead of Cipro I'm taking garlic oil pills every few hours. After, I'm all well I'm going to do a Fluoroide Detox program.
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Melinda (Sitka, Alaska) on 04/20/2012
I too was given cipro and levofloxin during a 4 month episode with a giant kidney stone. I quit taking the levofloxin a week ago after experiencing severe pain in my right shoulder and now my left shoulder and across my neck. I was blown away when I started researching this on the internet and saw the damage this drug does to tendons. I can't believe doctors prescribe this knowing what it can do. My shoulders are weak and painful. I am now taking msm as I heard this repairs tendons and cell structure , I am also taking phenocane for inflamation and pain. Icing the area seems to help and light massage with Traumeel helps also. Any suggestions are helpful.
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by Patti (Florida) on 03/08/2017
Would anyone mind sharing what brand of Alfalfa they are using? I have Tendonitis my my foot. Thank you.
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by Lul (New Jersey) on 05/03/2017
I have been suffering with left hand thumb issue since Jan. 2017 and now it's working its way to my right hand. It's very painful and disturbing. I am 5'7 1/2,119 lbs and can not believe this is happening to me! I found this website and quickly bought the Alfalfa supplements today. I hope and pray the alfalfa supplements will treat this horrible condition. I will keep you all posted. Thanks so much for sharing your stories and solutions. It's a breath of fresh air!
Supplements, Turmeric, MSM
Posted by Dharmendra Mathur ( Jaipur) on 04/25/2015
I want to know what is MSM Lotion and how to get it.
EC: Hello,
A good health food store in your area might have it. Otherwise, you can searching Amazon (India). We used the key words "MSM Gel" and got these listings on www.amazon.in.
Key words "MSM Lotion" did not turn up the product you are searching for.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Maryanne (Okeechobee, Florida) on 07/13/2011
I started Apple Cider Vinegar yesterday, after one day I am hopeful each day will get better I have tendinitis due to yard work and standing up at my job and not relaxing when I get home, always busy busy busy until one morning it happened, the swelling the pain etc. Went on Internet and found this website hopefully this will help!
Tendonitis
Posted by Judi m (Scottsdale ) on 06/25/2021
@Mel M,
What brand, and potency did you use? I'm desperate for relieve of inflammation
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by d taylor (Mississippi) on 08/11/2024
9x3 is 27 not 18
Ruptured Tendon
Posted by Francisca (Zug, Switzerland) on 03/09/2012
Tim, I am not particularly religious but God Bless You!
I am going into the hospital for my arm operation coming Wednesday as I didn't find any other alternative to cure my ruptured tendon. It will surely be a clinical Swiss clinic. I just wish I had someone like you around there.... Not speaking good German it will be a very lonely time. I can't imagine staying a week in that place....... Anyway, see you all when I am back and if I can't answer any of your questions for a while at least I will keep reading all your suggestions! God Bless You All!
Ruptured Tendon
Posted by Liz (Boston, Massachusetts) on 03/09/2012
Francisca - Wishing you well for your upcoming surgery.
I have a very similar problem in my upper left arm that I believe is tendonitis caused by repetitive movement vs. An actual tear. I am still in the 'wait and see' stage hoping that the tincture of time will help. But, since it has affected my range of motion in that arm, I suspect I will end up having it checked out if it's not better within the next month or so.
I found that taking 2,000 IU's of extra Vitamin D helped loosen things up a bit. I was taking 6,000 and bumped it up to 8,000. I'm leary of going higher than that, but can't help wondering if going higher would have helped even further.
In any event, I just wanted to send along my wishes for a successful surgery and a speedy recovery.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Tim (Greer, Sc / Usa) on 03/09/2012
-BCAA (branch chain amino acids, use as directed) -muscle milk (protein drink, use as directed) I mixed BCAA into the protein drink.
-work out (exercise w/ dumbells, etc. ) 5 times a week
-stretch the tendon many times in the day, massaging the tendon (bring it to the surface) -after work out, ice tendon for 15 minutes, no more than that.
-Take Glucosamine Chondroitin W/ Msm triple strength 2 times a day
-the Glucosomin, stretching, exercise, and ice do it, don't leave anything out. After two weeks, take a day or two off doing absolutly nothing with that tendon.. then start back... You should feel it healing in about 5 days.. will be able to tell a huge difference in about 3 weeks.
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Wishingyouwell (Gentle Earth, Ks) on 04/02/2011
I believe cipro contains fluoride.
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Michela (Missouri) on 04/18/2014
Hi. I didn't know if you still had problems with your infection, but I have never seen a bladder/kidney infection or kidney stones resist Dr. Schultz's K-B Formula and K-B Tea. He is in California and runs the American Botanical Pharmacy. If you follow the Cleanse he has (or just do the best you can to follow it) I can just about guarantee happy results. Even used it in the boonies of Bolivia for someone whose kidneys had become completely blocked by stones. Medical intervention saved her, but she was in extreme pain. There were no juicers out there, but after 1 week she had no pain whatsoever.
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Jmrosseau (San Antonio) on 06/15/2016
I would suggest Diatomaceous Earth (DE) for fluoride detox. I have been taking DE for about 5 years now. I take about a tablespoon a day but most sites recommend closer to 2T a day.
Cipro Side Effect
Posted by Linda (Alabama) on 11/19/2016
Levaquin is another antibiotic that can damage tendons. I took it in February this year (2016) and have suffered since March from tendonitis in both arms and have a partially torn tendon in my foot. The doc wants it to heal naturally and said it may take a year or longer to heal. I am 65 and was very active up until this happened. It is depressing to be "down" but I am going to try the ACV. and maybe the alfalfa.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Guest Mother (Toronto, Ontario,canada) on 09/09/2010
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Hi
My dad has been suffering from sever pain in the shoulder for the last 2 months. We went to the doctor, she says it looks like tendonitis and will take 3 months at least. She gave some anti-inflamatory tablets and ointment, which did help a bit but even now he cannot lift his arm. Movement of the arm is very restricted. It is swollen a bit and feels very warm at night and also he gets severe cramps at night. He has been taking MSM and Vitamin C tablets for the last one week but we are yet to see any dramatic difference in his condition. AS it is his right hand, so day to day activties are really painful for him. Please advise what we should do. If Ted can suggest something that will be terrific. He is also taking 1-2 table spoons of ACV in 8 glasses of water and sips through out the day..
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by David (IN) on 07/05/2023
Some best alfalfa dietary supplement is Bernard Jensen's, it is non GMO.
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by Ralph C. (Virginia) on 07/04/2017
I too have been having pain in my finger, the one between my pinky and middle finger. When I extend it, it pops straight out and when I draw my finger in halfway it pops to a closed position. I'm just wanting to know if the Alfafa will help. I do know that im not very disciplined on my water intake and work night shift at a Newspaper plant and much heavy lifting.
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by Elizabeth (NV) on 02/02/2022
This sounds like trigger finger or Duyputrens contracture. I have it, I wrap my hand nightly in boron salve from Amazon and with a cotton ball saturated in DMSO. I also go to shock wave, not the one that bangs on you but an electric extracorporeal type. It's hard to find, but those two things are the only thing that I have found stop the pain and progression.
Alfalfa Tablets
Posted by Pat Z (Belgium) on 01/07/2022
I find the statement of the amount of tablets somehow confusing. Each tablet of another manufacturer can have another dosage of Alfalfa, and other parts of the plant.
Supplements, Turmeric, MSM
Posted by Irene (Mount Vernon, WA) on 02/27/2009
Hi, I read your remedy for tendinitis, but what is that MSM you mention?
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Rohit (Canada) on 12/29/2016
I was told to take ACV sip by sip along with food (2 teaspoons in water). If we have to add one teaspoon of honey as well, is it taken along with food still?
