Aromatherapy
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"The Natural Way: Epilepsy" by Fiona Marshall, says: "This is perhaps the best-known and researched complementary therapy for epilepsy, as it has been the subject of much work at the Seizure Clinic at Birmingham University in the UK. In one study, sixteen out of fifty patients became completely seizure-free after a year, and in seventeen people the number of seizures was halved. All had had seizures which had failed to respond to conventional treatment. However, it must be stressed that all the people who took part were committed and enthusiastic, as this technique is only effective with those who are prepared to work at it. Also, it isn't known how long the effect lasts, nor how much practice is needed to keep the response going." The book later states: Aromatherapy is probably best viewed as a complementary treatment. "Recent research at Brimingham University also suggests that the massage is an important element of the treatment as well. Not only does it teach patients what it feels like to be truly relaxed, but EEG work with oils suggests that the oils may well have a pharmacological (or actual medical) effect." "The smell of oils works on the olfactory (smell) centres in the temporal lobes of the brain, which in turn affect the brain's limbic area, involved in many of the senses, mood control, instinctive behaviour and emotions. " They say: "Aromatherapy oils are extremely powerful, and certain oils should be avoided by people with epilepsy as they may trigger more seizure activity. These include hyssop, rosemary, sweet fennel, and sage." Some of the oils that were used effectively: ylang ylang, camomile, lavender, and lemon grass. It is suggested that those interested in trying aromatherapy work with a knowledgeable practioner, as well as your traditional practioner (doctor...or vet).
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