There is work from Michel Odent that looks at diet related to blood pressure.
Also recollect some reflexology trials conducted in the early 1990s by a Dr Motha who directed a Natural Birth and Health Clinic in Bangalore, India. Her research and followed up in London demonstrated a lowering of the diastolic blood pressure with half and hour reflexology treatment before each antenatal visit. I remember reading an article called "Treating Hypertension and Pre-Eclampsia at Queen Charlotte's" when doing a Reflexology Certificate Course with the NSW Midwives Association.
One of your local reflexologists may know something about the specific technique used and together you may be able to work out some preventative therapy for your client.
My source was Susanne Enzer who used to run the Reflexology for Midwives courses for the NSWMA.
To obtain Susanne's latest contact details you could call the NSWMA on 02 9281 9522.
Sorry I can't give you anything more definite
Jan
On Friday, April 2, 2004, at 08:14 AM, Joy Cocks wrote:
Hi Mary,
There are some essential oils that can be used to lower blood pressure, but some of these are contraindicated during pregnancy (�'Aromatherapy in Midwifery Practice' by Denise Tiran.)� I'm sure that there are naturopathic and herbal remedies as well. Has this woman consulted a naturopath or herbalist do you know?��I would think that it�would be probably best if she had a professional consultation so that any treatment can be tailored to her specific needs.
Joy
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Joy Cocks RN (Div 1) RM CBE IBCLC
BRIGHT Vic 3741
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----- Original Message -----
From: Mary Doyle
To: ACE Graphics
Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2004 21:50 PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Naturopathy for Hypertension.
To All,
Can anyone enlighten me about whether any naturopathic treatments can help with hypertension?
My client, 35yrs, and a wonderful mother of�6 kids sadly had a fetal death in utero at term, for no obvious reason except for her hypertension, which has persisted.
She would love to have more babies but not willing to have antihypertensive medication. and wondering about the alternatives.
Any references would be greatly appreciated.
�
Thanks
Mary Doyle,
Bright
Jan Robinson
8 Robin Crescent South Hurstville NSW 2221 Australia
Phone/Fax: 02 9546 4350 www: midwiferyeducation.com.au
National Coordinator Australian Society of Independently Practising Midwives (ASIM)
