Hello,
I suffer from a lot of muscle tightness and pain (from the muscles being tight, back ache, and sometimes nerve pain). I have thyroid problems which I believe is contributing/causing this, since my symptoms have improved (though didn't go away) when my thyroid levels became more stable. I have various stretches I do which can help temporarily, but I really need to relax rather than stretch my muscles. I do have hot baths, and also find swimming helps, but my muscles just seize up again afterwards (sometimes worse than before). Oh, and before you ask, I wouldn't say I'm a stressed person!
I've tried various ointments which claim to help - one which has helped quite a bit when I've used it is called Blue Ease Cream and contains emu oil, MSM, aloe vera, capsicum, arnica extract (the list goes on). However last time I used it I ended up with a burning sensation everywhere I'd used it (including my hands) for over 12 hours. It says not to use if 'skin sensitivity' occurs so I should probably not continue with it. Anyone know which of the above list might be helping and which might be causing the burning, so I can find something else which might help?
Also does anyone have any suggestions for alternative therapies? I've tried physiotherapy, chiropractors, massage and seeing a herbalist so far. Thanks!