{"id":2066,"date":"2018-07-14T06:56:51","date_gmt":"2018-07-14T06:56:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=2066"},"modified":"2021-03-18T18:05:22","modified_gmt":"2021-03-18T18:05:22","slug":"10-strategies-to-reduce-ticks-in-tourettes-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/10-strategies-to-reduce-ticks-in-tourettes-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Strategies to Reduce Ticks in Tourette\u2019s Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/p>\n

According to statistics issued by the CDC, we are not currently sure just how many people suffer from tourette\u2019s syndrome (or TS, as we\u2019ll call it for the majority of this article \u2013 just because it\u2019s a little shorter and easier to remember), we can say that approximately 1 in every 360 children were diagnosed with Tourette\u2019s syndrome according to independent studies conducted by the CDC.<\/p>\n

The condition is characterised by heavy physical tics, and sometimes by some vocal tics, too \u2013 though most sufferers only ever experience some physical tics as part of the disorder. The condition can affect every part of your life, and make life very uncomfortable for those who suffer from it. Here are 10 strategies to reduce ticks in Tourette\u2019s syndrome that will compliment traditional treatments that your doctor might have recommended for the condition. Visit your doctor if any of these strategies have not been showing improvements to your condition, or if they have been making your condition any worse.<\/p>\n

1. Acupuncture<\/h3>\n

The ancient art and treatment of acupuncture<\/a> has an exceptionally rich history and its use goes back thousands of years; it can be traced back to ancient China, where people have successfully been using it to treat various ailments of the body and mind for years. There have only been more studies on how acupuncture really works for the body in recent years, though what we\u2019ve seen has been incredibly promising, and it looks to seem that acupuncture can really help a whole range of health conditions that, of course, include Tourette\u2019s syndrome.<\/p>\n

Make sure that you find an experienced and registered practitioner of acupuncture, as the industry contains many who only advertise themselves as professionals though do not have the necessary experience or training to be sticking anyone with needles; in many cases, your regular medical doctor will be able to make a recommendation for the best acupuncturist in your area.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

2. Omega-3<\/h3>\n

There are plenty of benefits related to your physical and mental health that can be directly tied to your intake of Omega-3<\/a> oils, or lack thereof. We can go as far as to say that the evolution of mankind can be directly related to when mankind discovered fishing \u2013 and started taking in much more of what\u2019s sometimes referred to as the healthy brain fats. Omega-3 oils are absolutely essential when it comes to growing and developing your brain, and more research is proving that it is as essential when it comes to healing your brain, too.<\/p>\n

If you are recovering from any sort of neurological injury or condition, then you should up your intake of Omega-3 \u2013 the same is true for people who need to keep their minds sharp well into old-age, or prepare for a heavy test or studying session ahead. It can also do wonders for disorders such as Tourette\u2019s.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

3. Magnesium Naturally!<\/h3>\n

Magnesium<\/a> is an element that is naturally found in nature, and naturally produced by the body \u2013 but it can be said that your intake of Magnesium isn\u2019t nearly enough, since the foods we\u2019re taking in now aren\u2019t as nutrient-rich or as pure as they might have been a few thousand years ago; this is why there\u2019s a need for most people to take supplements in order to literally supplement what they are getting in through their traditional diet.<\/p>\n

In this case, you might find that Magnesium supplements or spray is able to help your condition: Especially when it comes to the muscle cramps and pain that\u2019s commonly associated with the tics that come along with Tourette\u2019s syndrome. If you find that this changes your condition in any way, shape or form then discuss this change with your doctor; also keep in mind that there are certain people who might be allergic to the magnesium instead.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

4. Natural Calming Methods<\/h3>\n

If you are struggling with Tourette\u2019s<\/a> syndrome, then you should know that there are certain things that are directly related to your lifestyle that might aggravate your condition. One of these things is stress. If you are putting yourself under too much stress, then everything from your physical health to your brain will be subsequently affected \u2013 and this means that your health will be going down the drain.<\/p>\n

If you have something like Tourette\u2019s syndrome, then you have more than just stress to deal with \u2013 instead, stress will affect you on a physical level much sooner than everyone else. So, use all of the natural calming methods that you have at your disposal, including drinking some chamomile tea before you go to sleep \u2013 and, of course, making sure that you get more than enough sleep in the first place. Make a choice to improve your health for the better, and start with some natural calming methods.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

5. Reduction of Stress<\/h3>\n

Natural calming methods can go a very long way towards reducing the amount of stress that you are under; all you have to do is try some natural calming methods like drinking some chamomile tea<\/a> when you are feeling stressed or before you go to bed \u2013 you can also make use of lavender essential oils in your bath at the same time. You will feel much better as a result. But there are also other ways that will help you to reduce the stress in your life that can help you cope with the physical and mental symptoms of your condition.<\/p>\n

One of these ways is to find the cause of your stress and to either make sure that it gets taken care of \u2013 or learn to think around it in a way that it no longer causes you as much stress. If you find that you cannot cope with your stress by yourself, seek professional help for the problem. Your doctor should also be able to recommend which of these treatment methods will work best for you.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

6. Hypnotherapy<\/h3>\n

The benefits of hypnotherapy<\/a> go far beyond that which you might have seen before; when most people think of hypnosis, they are imagining instead stage hypnosis \u2013 you know, the kind of show where someone is made to cluck like a chicken or jump around the stage and then they are snapped back to normal in a couple of seconds. But it\u2019s true that this kind of show has almost nothing to do with real hypnotherapy.<\/p>\n

In hypnotherapy, the focus is instead the patient and helping them deal with whatever issue they need to be dealt with, which can include things such as severe phobias or reducing stress. Many people also turn to hypnotherapy when they need to reduce instances of stage fright \u2013 this can really work well. It can also reduce the stress if you are struggling with something like Tourette\u2019s syndrome. Speak to your doctor about whether hypnotherapy is right for you.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

7. Cannabis Therapy<\/h3>\n

There has been a viral video circulating on the internet of a man with severe Tourette\u2019s syndrome experiencing tics so bad that he can\u2019t function \u2013 and then he lights up a cannabis<\/a> cigarette and his symptoms magically disappear in a matter of minutes. The shakes go away, and he can speak to the camera with ease. This has been extensively discussed on the internet \u2013 and we\u2019ve fact-checked; yes, this video is entirely real, and says a lot about what cannabis therapy can do if you are suffering from Tourette\u2019s syndrome.<\/p>\n

Discuss this with your doctor if you think that it could bring your condition the same relief \u2013 though it is not a treatment option that\u2019s right for everyone. Of course, you should only consider treating your condition with cannabis or CBD therapy if you live in a state or country where it is legal to do so: We are not responsible for any legal or medical repercussions that might arise from advice that was followed by our readers.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

8. Medication Therapy<\/h3>\n

If you have tried all of the natural methods that we\u2019ve gone through on this article and found that nonoe of them have had the effect that you needed \u2013 the reduction of instances in your tics associated with Tourette\u2019s syndrome \u2013 then you have one last resort that\u2019s open to you. It\u2019s recommended that you visit your doctor if none of these methods have worked for you; it is likely that your doctor will be able to recommend some kind of medication therapy<\/a> that will alleviate the tics that are associated with your condition.<\/p>\n

Your doctor should also be able to take a closer look at your routine and lifestyle to tell you what you could be changing in your health routine to make the condition easier to manage. Take this list along to show to your doctor and tell them which of these methods you have already tried out to improve your health.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

9. Hormonal Therapy<\/h3>\n

In some cases of Tourette\u2019s syndrome, you might find that there are certain things which highly aggravate instances of tics related to your condition. Sometimes this can be tied to hormonal changes, like certain times of the month, where your hormones<\/a> become progressively more balanced or imbalanced as the month proceeds \u2013 yes, this is true for both men and women.<\/p>\n

If this is the case, then you should get your hormone levels checked out by your doctor, this should usually take no more than a simple blood test; if the tests show that there is an imbalance that should be corrected, a simple course of hormonal therapy through medication should do the trick \u2013 and will help your condition immensely, especially if you are able to combine this with some of the treatments mentioned in the rest of this article. If hormonal therapy worsens your condition, go back to your doctor as soon as you spot the problem.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/h3>\n

10. Massage Treatment<\/h3>\n

Massage therapy has been proven beneficial in the treatment of many health conditions, and it can also help a lot when you are recovering from an injury or surgery<\/a>: Sometime\u2019s it\u2019s even recommended by your doctor in a therapeutic capacity and will be required from you in the case of a post-surgery treatment regimen. Depending, of course, on what you\u2019re treating. Massage can do a lot more for you than just relieve an old sports injury, it can also be helpful if you are suffering from any muscle cramping or tics that are related to Tourette\u2019s syndrome.<\/p>\n

This is by no means a cure to the tics that sufferers experience, but it will most definitely bring them some relief \u2013 especially when these tics go hand-in-hand with muscle cramps. If this happens to make your condition any worse, speak to your doctor or see a professional massage therapist with experience treating conditions like Tourette\u2019s. \r\n

<\/div>