The Benefits Of Lavender Neck Wraps

By Jeannie Chapman


When a person is subjected to stressful situations, they are bound to experience a fair amount of discomfort and tension. Untreated, this may intensify and lead to other problems such as anxiety, headaches and depression. Lavender neck wraps are a natural and aromatic way to soothe aching muscles and tired minds.

A wrap has the advantage of being versatile in the areas it is able to treat. This is due largely in part to its long, flexible design which allows it to fold around most any contour in the body. So whether the discomfort is in the neck, arms, knees, back or most any other part, this pad is capable of contouring for a great fit and all around therapy.

The cloth pouches are filled with a combination of ingredients that bring together both hot-cold therapy and aromatherapy. Dried lavender surrounds the user with a soft fragrance that is known for stimulating the relaxation center of the brain. The herb is mixed with wheat, buckwheat hulls, flax or grape seed or other such substance which regulates the temperature.

With the one product, an individual is able to provide tired, aching muscles with either chilly relief or a deep penetrating warmth. For a drier, easier to handle alternative to the traditional ice pack, the herbal package can be cooled in the freezer for a few hours and will stay cool for hours after being removed. For heat therapy, a few seconds inside the microwave will provide a safer option to a heating pad.

The grain substances used inside the pouches are the secret to the versatile nature of temperature control. They have the ability to store both hot and cold for long periods of time. Thus, one has the flexibility of having both an ice pack and heating pad in one convenient, natural and reusable product.

Adding the fragrant herb to the mix creates yet another benefit. Aromatherapy is the treatment of conditions through smell and the lovely scent of lavender is nearly synonymous with relaxation. It calms the nerves, eases the mind, lowers pulse and blood pressure, reduces anxiety, releases depression and can also help an insomniac find the chance to finally rest.

The design of these products also lends to their versatility. Being loosely filled with the herbs and grains, the pouches are several times longer than they are wide and are generally soft and floppy to the touch. This makes them flexible enough to be laid across a relatively flat surface such as the back or stomach, or wrapped around a contoured area like the shoulders or knees, providing soothing relief to all sides evenly and at once.

Anyone looking for a safe, natural way to combat the negative effects of a stressful situation could benefit from the use of lavender neck wraps. The beautiful and calming aroma of the herbs encourages relaxation while the grains deliver temperature treatment. This is just one of many homeopathic remedies and treatments.




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