Home >>  Ask a question >>  Health Advice

Bone spur health advice

I have a bone spur in my left shoulder and was told that they won't so surgery until it wears thru the rotator cuff tendion and I am in a lot of pain.Any advise? I am very active.
(10 Jan 2008)

Add Answer
(Only for registered users! Login OR Sign Up in just 30 seconds)
Health advice for bone spurs
  • Do cold compress with ice cubes on the area to reduce inflammation but if the pain is unbearable then apply a hot water bag or a heating pad on the area.
  • Take 500 mg to 1000 mg of the yellow pigment of turmeric called curcumin 3 to 4 times everyday on an empty stomach for 5 to 6 weeks.
  • You can take alternate hot and cold baths or apply a hot pack of flaxseed to the affected area.


  • Warm some linseed oil and take a piece of cheese cloth. Dip it in the oil and place it on your shoulder. Cover the cloth with a plastic sheet and apply a heating pad for about 2 hours.


  • Rest as much you can and avoid any strenuous activity.
  • Avoid flat shoes and wear heeled shoes made of rubber for sometime. Do not walk barefoot on hard surfaces and avoid heavy work out.
  • Mild yoga exercises will benefit your condition.
  • Wash your shoulder from arnica or chamomile or wrap them around your shoulders.
  • Take a balanced supplement of magnesium and calcium.
answered by D D on 11 Feb 2008, 2:55:19

 

Read more questions in Health Advice
 
Related Blogs
 
Top Searched Keywords