Arnica Pain Relief

A couple days ago in our Blacksburg office, a patient mentioned to me a cream she has been using for pain. She mentioned it even helps with bruises! I had to immediately ask the name of the cream and she said it's called Arnica and she buys it at Annie Kay's Natural Food Store in Blacksburg, VA.

I know a woman that works over there and asked her to send me some information on it. Turns out it's a best seller item and all the employees swear by it! I love learning about new products from my patients.

Here is a bit more information about the pain relief cream:

• Reduces pain, swelling and discoloration from bruises
• Temporarily relieves muscle pain and stiffness due to minor injuries, overexertion and falls

If you'd like to learn more visit their website at: www.boiron.com

- Dr. Kate

Home Remedies for Foot Cramps

Have you ever heard or tried any of these home remedies before? Well, they're worth a shot! If you are experiencing a foot cramp, or more commonly called a charlie horse, try these on for size:

• A plain, original scent, brand name bar of Dove soap placed under the sheet at the end of the bed when you go to sleep at night (Grandma Stek highly recommends this!)
• Drink 6oz of tonic water before bed (Gin isn't necessary)
• Take 3 teaspoons of yellow mustard throughout the day (can be taken by the teaspoon or with food)
• Drink one cup of gatorade right before bed
• Drink 8-10 glasses of water every day

If you want to go extra strength, combine the tonic water and gatorade and drink right before bed!




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Now these are not guaranteed to work but again, they're worth a shot!

- Dr. Kate

Metatarsal Fractures

In the US, there are approximately 206,000 metatarsal (toe) fractures every year! 5th metatarsal fractures represent 68% if all metatarsal fractures.

For the Jones Fracture, a common type of 5th metatarsal fracture, the non-union* rate may be as high as 28%! (*Non-union means the fracture doesn't heal)

There are many fractures that lead to 5th metatarsal non-unions:

• Lack of blood supply
• Nutrient artery disruption
• Muscle/tendon overdistraction

If you believe you might've fractured your metatarsal (toe), please make an appointment to be examined! There are many treatment options we can offer to ease the pain.

- Dr. Kate



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