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Aromatherapy
Massaging certain essential oils onto aching body parts can trigger a calming response. People with fibromyalgia who applied a mixture of oils (including rosemary, eucalyptus, and aloe vera) to areas of discomfort as needed for one month reported significantly less pain than those using a placebo oil, according to a study in the Journal of Musculoskeletal Pain.
Published 06/19/2013
As a reminder, always consult your doctor for medical advice and treatment before starting any program.
