Menstrual cramps

I usually use the lavender oil for my pain. You gently massage the lower back and belly with diluted lavender oil. It works for me.

Lay in the bed and pray...cause my cramps suck!!!!!

EXCEDRINE. always.

1. OTC pain relievers such as ibuprofen or naproxen used around the clock at the first sign of your period helps to reduce the severity of cramps in many women by inhibiting the release of prostaglandins. 2. Regular exercise such as walking helps to prevent or at least reduce the severity of menstrual cramps for some women. 3. Oral contraceptives may effectively reduce or eliminate menstrual cramps for some women; however you should consider the side effects of oral contraceptives before using them to prevent cramps. 4. Zinc, calcium, and B vitamins obtained in food and supplements have been found to reduce cramps, bloating and other symptoms. 5. Herbal remedies such as Viburnum prunifolium, Scutellaria spp., and Cimicifuga raemosa have an antispasmodic effect that may reduce some menstrual cramps. 6. A warm bath filled with aromatherapy or a heating pad on your lower abdomen and back is often helpful for relieving menstrual cramping. What Causes the Pain? Learn key symptoms for serious problems and expert tips for relief www.EverydayHealth.com Herbal remedies such as Viburnum prunifolium, Scutellaria spp., and Cimicifuga raemosa have an antispasmodic effect that may reduce some menstrual cramps. A warm bath filled with aromatherapy or a heating pad on your lower abdomen and back is often helpful for relieving menstrual cramping. Tips: Always take painkillers with food to prevent stomach discomfort. If you don't have a heating pad, you can make one by filling a sock (a men's tube sock works best) with rice and heating it in a microwave over for a few minutes. Talk to your physician if these tips do not help, there may be an underlying cause. Severe sudden cramps, vomiting, or fever may be a sign of a medical emergency, contact your physician immediately. I hope this information will help with they symptoms that you have. Please don't forget to rate your best responses!

I find that it really hurts my lower back and it sucks when I'm volunteering and have cramps as well as backpain. Nothing helps my lower back it seems, except maybe sleeping. But a heating pad works on the cramps.

Raspberry leaf tea is considered to be a good uterine tonic; some women find that drinking it before their periods helps with cramps. Follow the directions on the box. Try taking a calcium supplement regularly Eating lighter and healthier around menstruation -- less grease, less starch, more fruits and vegetables. Ginkgo found at the Herbal store.