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My symptoms right now are swelling, color changes, temperature changes, pain - sharp, stabbing, burning, icy coldness, leg jumps around by itself sometimes intermittently for an hour at a time, shiny skin. So, I guess, I would make a blend that helps the lymph move, increase circulation, reduce inflammation, reduce nerve pain, and reduce muscle spasms. I have been reading different websites and books regarding the preferred method of application. The blending is no problem. The fear comes in when the blend has to touch the skin. I am not looking forward to touching my leg. It is beyond awful. I know it is just the RSD/CRPS, but it doesn't make it easier. I am tempted to try a spritzer bottle with aloe vera gel or lotion. The aloe may be too cold for me.

I found knee high stockings at the drug store yesterday that have graduated compression. I will see how it goes. I do think that I need to go back to some kind of compression. I don't want the lymphodema to get worse.

This is just the beginning of my gathering info for making my own blend. I am going to reread my books and organize my notes better.

1. RSD, Night Cramp, Muscle Spasm, Burning Sensation RELIEF.
Contains Essential Oils of Roman Chamomile. Lavender, Marjoram, Clove Bud, Ginger,
Rosemary, Eucalyptus & Ravensara. 4 Ounce. The base cream is an Aloe Based Carrier Cream.

2. cypress, peppermint and geranium

3. Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens), helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum), clove (Syzygium aromaticum) and peppermint (Mentha piperita). She also recommended Frankincense.

Wavelengths Natural Health recommends several essential oils for lymphatic congestion:

* Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis)
* Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
* Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi)
* Lavender (Lavandula augustifolia)
* Lemon (Citrus lemon)
* Sandalwood (Santalum album)

Aromatherapy for Pain Relief recommends these oils to "numb the nerve endings":

* Clove bud
* Chamomile
* Helichrysum
* Lavender
* Lemongrass

Self Growth.com recommends these oils for inflammation:

* Wintergreen
* Myrrh

Misty Rae Cech, ND recommends Helichrysum Italicum for inflammation.

http://www.isnare.com/?aid=116482&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet contains Lavender, Juniper, Ginger and Rosemary.

Esoteric Oils has a circulation blend with

* Geranium
* Black Pepper
* Cypress
* Ginger
* Frankincense
* Juniper berry