What can I take to help my muscles to relax?

Hello.
A homeopathic remedy called Arnica Montana could be helpful. Often the strength is 30C and is taken 3 pellets under the tongue three times per day for 7-10 days.
In addition, I have a few options for you that may help reduce inflammation, tension, and pain.
1) I see you have tried magnesium. It is important to get the correct form and dose of magnesium. Magnesium maleate would be best in your case as the combination of magnesium plus malic acid has been shown to help reduce muscle tension. 300-450mg 30 minutes before bed is often how it is dosed. There is a great product by a company called Biogenesis called Muscle Aid. You can read about it here: http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=muscle+aid+biogenesis&oe=UTF-8&hl=en&client=safari&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=10839091211131074856&sa=X&ei=93DGT_yHKuWW2AWgn9XUAQ&ved=0CH8Q8wIwAQ
2) Fish oil. Fish oil, specifically omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) may help because they have anti-inflammatory properties and have been shown to reduce pain symptoms. Good brands are Carlson and Nordic Naturals. The essential fatty acids found in fish oil (specifically cod liver oil) are important for optimal joint health as the membrane of every cell in our body is composed of these fats.
3) Eliminating Nightshade vegetables (potatoes, tomoatoes, peppers, eggplant, tobacco) may be helpful as these foods tend to be pro-inflammatory and can aggravate pain.
4)Bowelia - this herb has been shown to have anti-inflammatory actions without side effects. This may help reduce pain.
5) Bromelain. Taken on an empty stomach, bromelain has some anti-inflammatory properties that may help relieve pain without side effects.
6) Hypericum 30c is a homeopathic remedy that works very well for nerve pain. Dose = 3 pellets under the tongue 1x per day. If the pain is not relieved within a week, you may consider a different remedy. There is a great website, www.abchomeopathy.com , that can help assist you in selecting a remedy.
7) There is a treatment called SCENAR that is new to the US but works amazingly well. You can read more about it here and find a local practitioner by contacting them : www.scenarhealth.us
8) Epsom salt baths. Place 6-8 cups of Epsom salt in hot bath and soak for 20 minutes nightly. Epsom salt is magnesium salt and works well to reduce muscle tension.
9) Topically there is a product called Traumeel which you can apply to the affected areas daily.
The above recommendations have few if any side effects and can be used seperately or in conjunction with each other. I hope you find this information helpful. If you have any other questions, please let me know. You must talk to your doctor before starting any treatments as these are just for information purposes only.
-Dr. John
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