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Aromatherapy Birmingham AL

Local resource for aromatherapy in Birmingham. Includes detailed information on local businesses that provide access to massage therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, aroma candles, incense, spas, shiatsu massage, acupuncture and tensions relief, as well as advice and content on tension relief therapies and practices.

Healing Waters, Inc
205-323-7582
720 23rd St., South
Birmingham, AL
Alabama ENT Associates
205-985-7393
4515 South Lake Parkway, Suite 300
Birmingham, AL
Apol Bob Dr
(205)251-1251
2156 Green Springs Highway South
Birmingham, AL
Buggay D Shane Maryland
(205)939-0447
833 Saint Vincents Drive
Birmingham, AL
Clayton College of Natural Health
(205)949-6000
2140 11th Avenue South Suite 305
Birmingham, AL
Dr. Martha Ivey, OMD, L.Ac., FABORM
205-324-6003
Specializing in Infertility,603 37th Street South
Birmingham, AL
Diane Brown, RN, MSN
205-744-7997
River Oaks Plaza,821-D Allison Bonnett Memorial Drive
Hueytown, AL
Davis James G Dr
(205)933-7847
2700 10th Avenue South Suite 509
Birmingham, AL
Elkus Mark A Maryland
(205)939-0610
1400 19th Street South
Birmingham, AL
Clayton College of Natural Health
(205)949-6000
2140 11th Avenue South Suite 305
Birmingham, AL
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Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy

Summary  

Aromatherapy is a form of alternative medicine that uses volatile liquid plant materials, known as essential oils (EOs), and other aromatic compounds from plants for the purpose of affecting a person's mood or health.

The modes of  application of aromatherapy include:

  • Aerial Diffusion for environmental fragrancing or aerial disinfection

  • Direct Inhalation for respiratory disinfection, decongestion, expectoration as well as psychological effects

  • Topical Application for general massage, baths, compresses, therapeutic skin care

  • Oral, Rectal and Vaginal Interfaces for infection, congestion, parasites, perfumery for body fragrancing, anointments

Aromatherapy and Sleep

All stress related conditions, including insomnia, respond well to aromatherapy.

Essential Oils for Sleep

Relaxing baths with essential oils of Roman camomile and geranium will help a person to unwind before sleep. A glass of camomile tea will complete the process.  Relaxant effects may be provided by oils of camomile, lavender, neroli, rose and marjoram. Add a few drops to your bathwater or sprinkle a few drops on a handkerchief and inhale.

The following essential oils may be useful for management of sleep....

Benzoin (Styrax benzoin)

Benzoin is a sedative, warming, and relaxing.

It is useful for: Sleeplessness caused by worry, emotional exhaustion, tension, bronchitis, and coughs.

Caution: Some people may be sensitive to this oil.

German and Roman Chamomile (Matricaria Chamomilla and Chamaemele Nobile)

Chamomile calms nerves and stomach, induces sleep, and is especially good for children.

Useful for: Insomnia and anxiety.

Caution: Can cause dermatitis in some people.

Lavender (Lavendula Officinalis)

Lavender is calming, soothing to nerves and digestion, anti-depress...

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