Hi, we are very sorry to hear about your husband's stroke. Unfortunately without seeing him and knowing more about his condition/treatment there isn't really any additional information that can add to what we have already mentioned in this blog. Our aromatherapist did however find this article which you may find useful? http://www.positivehealth.com/article/aromatherapy/aromatherapy-used-on-a-stroke-rehabilitation-unit
We hope that your husband makes a full recovery!
With kindest regards
BF

My husband had a massive stroke in January, the doctor gave him a very poor prognosis but by the grace of God, he is slowly but steadily recovering. I just started using eeucalypic oil to rub him down since the nursing is okay wwith that since he has no blood clots. I believe there is something out there to help stimulate his body, mind and soul. I am determined to see him fully recover and take him home. He is temporarily on dialysis and has a tracheostomy. These don't phase me because I have strong faith in God that he fully recover. Help me with tips please. FYI, am on his bed side four to six hours every single day. Thanks

Dear William,

Thank you for both your query and your interesting comment regarding the use of Frankincense for the CBI - do you refer to "Chronic Brain Injury", as CBI refers to several different medical conditions?

In relation to your query regarding the response of General Practitioners towards the use of Aromatherapy for those who have suffered from strokes. In my own experience, the key here is to inform the person's GP that they have requested your services, and how you intend to progress with their treatment. I feel this is particularly important with reference to strokes, as the range of effects following the initial attack varies so dramatically, as does the medication they are prescribed. The understanding of each individual's condition, and current treatment protocol then enables us to progress with the most appropriate holistic pathway.
I have found that communicating with the physiotherapist that my most recent client was seeing following her stroke was particularly positive, as we were able to complement each others techniques. As more and more GP's surgeries are beginning to encompass at least some forms of Natural Medicine, I hope this positive collaborative approach to healthcare becomes more and more normal. If you do not gain a positive response, at least you have conducted yourself in the most professional manner, and it is important that if your client is receiving medical treatment the GP knows about any form of therapy your client is accessing.
Again - speaking personally, I have found gentle Aromatherapy massage and Reiki to be helpful in various different ways following strokes, including assistance with pain relief, loosening muscular tension, helping strengthen muscle tone and of course the numerous psychological benefits of a comforting touch. I wish you continued success with your practice in this field.

Best Wishes

Joannah

Thank you for your blessed service. A stroke patient being administered various medications....can essential oils, being applied transdermally, be utilised concurrently? Do MD's tend to reject essential oil therapy for that reason?

Thank you for your blessed service. I have a new client, recently beset by massive stroke. Your formulae for Stimulation and Well Being are appreciated.

I, myself, have been using Frankincense for CBI seizure disorder for about 42 days. Looking to break record of 53 days. Now 35 days seizure-free. I was on a Standard Process protocol for 1.5yrs but recently stopped when a follow-up MRI revealed no further evidence of tissue damage.