Painaway
This blend was created to address the horse with pain issues or inflammation. This is the most important starting point to supporting nerve damage, as you first have to address the inflammation surrounding the nerves that have been damaged before the nervines can do their job. A horse may start on this blend and then move to the Neuro. This is going to be a key product when dealing with new and old injuries; it will sometimes need to be paired with a complimentary structural system product for the issues you are dealing with. This is also a very good product to use before or after hauling or heavy exercise, so don’t limit yourself as to how you use this product. Painaway is also a great product to keep older horses on year around to keep them comfortable. This blend is intended to support the pain-free horse.
Weaknesses Possibly Supported with this Blend:
horses heavily or overused
horses under stress
horses with inflammation
horses suffering from nerve damage
horses with new and old injuries
horses under stressful conditions
horses that are aged or stiff
horses with agitation due to pain and inflammation
horses professionally used
where you may have used Bute
horses being hauled long distances
Possible Support by Herb:
Cayenne - Aiding in stimulating the body’s circulation and reducing acidity. Helps produce saliva and stimulates salivary glands, which is important for good digestion and needed to begin the digestive process. Also encourages fibrinolytic activity and may help with issues of blood clots and support the heart. Studies indicate that the capsaicin in cayenne pepper helps to clear away artery-narrowing lipid deposits and dilates arteries and blood vessels. Also aids in issues with pain, neuropathy, joint pain, and muscle pain. Benefits also include being full of beta-carotene and antioxidants that support the immune system and aids in breaking up and moving congested mucus. Containing vitamins A-E- C & K, B6, potassium, manganese and flavonoids with provide powerful antioxidant properties. Was investigated to determine its un vitro antifungal activity, and the results found that it was active against 16 different fungal strains, including Candida.
Devil’s Claw Root - Studies show it serves as a natural anti-inflammatory and is known to help relieve of pain associated with rheumatic arthritis, tendinitis, hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, knee, joint or back pain. Containing useful bioflavonoids and phytosterols, which are plant-based antioxidants with antispasmodic properties (which also supports digestive issues including acid reflux). Additional benefits may include heart health, gout symptoms, heartburn, back, chest and headache pain.
Ginger - Health benefits are largely due to its antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties and content of therapeutic compounds like, shogaol, parasol and zingerone. More than 100 compounds have reportedly been isolated from ginger that not only give it antioxidant abilities, but also anti-cancer, neuroprotective and cardiovascular protective ones. Several animal studies have found that its benefits may include helping with painful sores that form in the lining of the stomach and cause ulcerations, along with indigestion, fatigue and abdominal discomfort. Another study showed that daily consumption of ginger resulted in moderate to large reductions in muscle pain caused by exercise-induced muscle injury.
Hops - This herb has a cooling and slightly drying effect with strong relaxing qualities. Supporting primarily the nervous system and glands. Effective in aiding anxiety, cramps, fever, insomnia, leg cramps, nervous disorders, pain, restlessness and shock. Systems supported include the liver, muscular, nervous, parasympathetic nervous system, pituitary and stomach.
Rosemary Leaf - is a rich source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds which help boost the immune system and improve blood circulation. Supporting the digestive system, improves memory, relieves muscles pain and spasms, eye health, stimulates hair growth, supports the circulatory and nervous system and also supports the brain including brain aging.
Turmeric Root - The journal Oncogene published the results of a study that evaluated several anti-inflammatory compounds and found that cur cumin (turmeric) is among the most effective anti -inflammatory compounds in the world. Also supports the brain, skin, joints, immune system, metabolic system, digestive system, and liver.
Valerian Root - Supports by reducing anxiety and improving sleep and aid in daily stress. By improving GABA levels it makes it easier for the mind and body to relax. Also containing a chemical called Linarin, which has been shown to have sedative effects.
White Willow Bark - Has been utilized in natural medicines for centuries for supporting pain naturally. An article published in the journal Phytotherapy Research, “Willow bark extract has been used for thousands of years as an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic. “ Stating, white willow bark benefits include lowering inflammatory responses that contribute to chronic diseases, fighting pain and reducing fevers. Supports relief of back pain, recurring headaches, fatigue, muscle pains, menstrual cramps, arthritis symptoms, joint pain, soreness due to physical training and more. The bark of the white willow tree contains a chemical called salicin, which has anti-inflammatory effects.
Wood Betony - supports improved circulation and harmonizes the functions of the digestive system in combination with its calming effects, also supporting digestive distress caused by nervous tension, anxiety, depression and soothes and calms. Also aids in cleansing impurities from the blood and opens congested areas of the liver and spleen and is useful for head pain. This herb contains magnesium, manganese, and phosphorus. Supports headaches, migraine, liver issues, nervousness, bronchial, convulsions, lung congestion, bladder, blood, kidney, pain, neuralgia, and stomach cramps.