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Mr B & Heart Disease Mr B has a history of heart disease and has had a triple bypass. For the past two years he has suffered plantar fascitis: chronic irritation of the connective tissue that stretches from heel to toes. Mr B was in such pain with this condition that he was even unable to walk even a short distance. He had attended the hospital and then the pain clinic for eighteen months. He was recently discharged and informed that they could do nothing more for him. His wife read about the Lavender project in the East Daily Express and was desperate to give it a chance.
Treatment: Mr B was treated to intensive very gentle foot and lower leg massage, using a blend of oils chosen to help relax the muscles and tissue, reduce inflammation, and to help the texture of the skin which was ulcerated above the ankle and bruised looking.On the first two treatments the sole of one foot was so tender that only the gentlest touch was possible.
However, as the course of aromatherapy treatment progressed Mr B`s feet became gradually less tender, to the point where near normal massage could be used. The colour of the feet has normalised, the temperature is good and he skin much improved. The level of pain has reduced significantly and Mr B is able to walk further with much less discomfort. His disturbed sleep pattern has improved considerably. This is a case where it could be appropriate to provide more than six treatments in the hope of making these improvements last more permantely.
The Benefits to the Carer: The benefits to the carer in this instance were considerable. During the treatments Mrs B was able to leave the main room and ``get on with things`, as she put it.It also improved the quality of life. Her husband was sleeping more soundly due to less pain, allowing both husband and wife to enjoy a much better quality of sleep. Mr B was able to walk further and this allowed them to enjoy a more social life together,sharing short walks and being able to attend social functions that previously were difficult through the pain and discomfort that Mr B was experiencing.
`` I have been waiting for a project like yours for a long time. What a wonderful way to help us when Doctors no longer can`` - MrsB.
Ref: Federation International Therapists. (2007) channels Home |
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