Has anyone any suggestions for treating someone who has developed phlebitis after having her their veins stripped? Can any oils be safely used to massage the affected area?
RE: Phlebitis
I am NO expert but i have been taught that this condition is a contra-indication to massage, so i would say no to the oils but thats just me and i am still training
Lisa
RE: Phlebitis
As an aromatherapist, I too have been taught that massage and aromatherapy massage are contraindicated. Just to check, though, I looked in Valerie Wormood's Fragrant Pharmacy and there are no remedies listed for phlebitis, so I would recommend that this isn't the way to go.
However, there may be something herbal that would be of benefit, but as I'm no expert in that field, I will leave it to others to advise. The other thing that just sprang to mind is homeopathy, so it may well be worth going down that field.
Lesley
RE: Phlebitis
Thanks both!
I also looked in Fragrant Pharmacy as well as all my other "bibles" but couldn't find anything. Thats why I wanted to check here - they were my initial feelings too- so I am happy to be on track!