I have had five surgeries for pelvic disorders that started out with a
severe case of endometriosis. I have had a tuboplasty , total
hysterectomy , and two surgeries to remove adhesions from my pelvic
region that had resulted from my previous surgeries. In 2004 I had a
laparotomy to remove a massive amount of adhesions from my pelvic
region. The doctor discovered that my small bowel was all twisted and
stuck together due to the adhesions that had developed. They removed as
much of the scar tissue as they could. Four days later , I developed a
bowel obstruction and had to be reopened. They ran my small bowel and
fixed the problem but I was very ill from having two surgeries within
four days of each other. It took about eight weeks for me to fully
recover. I did my research on pelvic adhesions and discovered that the
more surgery you have , the more the adhesions return so I made a vow to
myself that I was not going to have any more surgery unless it was an
emergency. I decided to try alternative therapy and for the past two
years I have been working with a Certified Homeopathic Practitioner , a
Certified Massage Therapist , and a Chiropractor. For me , I can tell
you that the results have been fantastic. I see my Massage Therapist
once a week for a half hour session of Myofascial Release Therapy in my
pelvic region. This is a series of deep massages and stretches that
loosen and break up the scar tissue. This treatment has been like a
miracle to me. Not only have I remained pain free for two years , but
my bowels have continued to work very efficiently and I have not been
plagued with any more obstructions. I also make sure I get extra fiber
every day... at least 25 to 30 grams and I do a series of stretches
that my Chiropractor has designed specifically for pelvic and lower back
pain. My Homeopath has prescribed a liquid remedy called Thiosin which
I take once a day. Thiosin is derived from Mustard seed and is a
homeopathic remedy for helping to break up adhesions. It is completely
natural and safe. I am so glad that I decided to look for alternative
ways to deal with my adhesions instead of relying on conventional
medicine which would include more surgeries and harmful prescription
drugs for pain management. I also take a high quality liquid vitamin
every day called Vibe which I get from a company called Eniva. Not only
do I feel great and have a lot of energy , but I have been pain free and
not bothered by my adhesions now for over two years. My Massage
Therapist can feel a huge difference when she does my Myofascial
treatments and says my adhesions have broken up and feel alot more
pliable and loose. My conventional medical doctor is amazed at my
progress and has even started recommending alternative therapy to some
of his patients after being a bit skeptical at first. Unfortunately ,
most insurance companies still don't recognize alternative therapy as a
valid medical treatment and do not cover it. I pay out of pocket for my
Homeopathic and Massage Therapy. Hopefully one day the insurance
industry will recognize alternative therapy as a valid medical treatment
but I can honestly say that it is well worth it and I am extremely happy
with my results. Maybe I have to cut back on my spending a bit , but to
be pain free and healthy is well worth the extra cost. I hope this has
helped some of you who may be looking for alternative treatments for
management of adhesions. God bless .............