Using Essential Oils to Aid in Healing Whiplash

Aromatherapy, or the use of essential oils, is an ancient healing treatment that has been in use since the dawn of recorded history. Hippocrates, said to be the "Father of Medicine" used them widely. The active constituents are scent extracts from the plant which are often called plant essences or medicinal odors.

By smelling the vapors, internal use, bathing and external application to the skin essential oils natural works throughout the body. As mentioned in scriptures and ancient texts of nearly every culture on earth these methods of healing have been in use for more than six thousand years, as evidence exists. In its use for medicinal purposes the use of essentials has seen resurgence since the 1920's. To prove the comprehensive effectiveness of these plant essences in more recent years, many countries have initiated studies, both when used as a complimentary treatment and as the primary medical treatment.

                                                     

The use of aromatherapy is recognized massage as a complimentary therapy in developed and enlightened countries modern medicine. The fact is that, modern medicine has done a great disservice to patients by ignoring this ancient form of medicine for so long. But through essential oils from Doterra shop that modern medicine can't provide in these developed countries, patients are finding the comfort and healing.

Application of ice for 10-15 minutes on the area and then 10-15 minutes without it, to prevent frost bite on the skin is the immediate treatment that is recommended for whiplash. Sufferers can switch to heat to help loosen muscles after the first 72 hours of ice. In addition to this, massage with Doterra oils such as eucalyptus, rosemary, or lavender can also provide great relief.

Of course, if someone has had any type of accident, they should always be examined by a doctor to ensure that there isn't something more serious going on. From the use of massage and essential oils which you must buy from doterra wholesale once cleared by a physician, whiplash sufferers can find near complete relief of the pain. They get this without all of the side effects that accompany chemical anti-inflammatory medication or narcotic pain killers.