Introduction:
Motion sickness is commonly seen in children. Usually, children between 5 to 12 years are more susceptible to motion sickness than adults. It would be very stressful to handle the kid during motion sickness, and the journey may become miserable. To avoid the uncomfortable situation and keep the travel safe and full of enjoyment, I would advise one to follow some common homeopathic remedies. These remedies will prevent motion sickness and will help to cure the problem.
Motion sickness may strike in cars, airplanes, the sea, or any mode of transport. It is also called airsickness, seasickness, or car sickness. The most common symptoms of motion sickness are nausea, vomiting, headache, sweating, and general unwell feeling.
What Are the Causes of Motion Sickness?
When the brain receives contradictory messages from the body, the inner ear, and the eyes, motion sickness results. This typically occurs in a car, boat, or airplane, although it can also occur at attractions in amusement parks or flight simulators. The inner ear may detect rolling motions within a ship's cabin that the eyes are unable to observe. However, the body may not feel the movement that the eyes observe on a "virtual reality" ride. Motion sickness symptoms can arise even when watching a 3D movie.
Symptoms may return (typically for a short while) once the person adjusts to the movement. Even the mere thought of moving might occasionally elicit anxiety and motion sickness symptoms.
What Are the Symptoms of Motion Sickness?
Motion sickness can cause a wide range of symptoms
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Nausea and vomiting.
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Pallor.
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Headaches.
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Tiredness.
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Yawning.
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Increased salivation.
The symptoms of motion sickness usually appear first after being exposed to an unfamiliar motion or an inciting incident.
What Are the Homeopathic Remedies of Motion Sickness?
Cocculus is the most commonly used remedy if the child complains of nausea and vomiting with a change in sleep pattern. Motion sickness becomes worse in a cold climate. One cannot bear the smell of food. If motion sickness arises due to a disturbance in sleep pattern or lack of sleep, Cocculus is the best remedy. The child will be dull, weak, and can hardly talk.
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Nux Vomica is another good remedy if motion sickness is present with a feeling of hangover and feverishness. If the child feels nauseous all the time but cannot vomit, one can think about Nux Vomica. Along with nausea and occasional vomiting, there will be a lot of belching and sour taste in the mouth. Motion sickness may get worse by eating food or drinks, especially spicy food and coffee. Also, the child will be irritable to the slightest noise or light and will not want to be touched.
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Sepia is a homeopathic remedy meant for persons who feel light-headed, nauseous, and moody, which is often seen in women and children. Also, nausea gets worse on lying on the left or right side. These problems are always accompanied by a headache. Even the sight of certain foods can intensify nausea, and the person may still want bitter things to avoid motion sickness.
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Ipecac is also a good remedy for persistent nausea and vomiting during travel. It can be used when constant nausea and vomiting with the paleness of the face and twitching of muscles are present. Also, if one notices the tongue is clean, and the child has persistent nausea and vomiting without much relief from anything, it is time to give Ipecac.
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Tabacum is less suggested by me for motion sickness. However, this is one of the common remedies for it. Tabacum is indicated when the child develops severe nausea and vomits on the least motion. If nausea and vomiting increase due to smoke, then a couple of doses of this remedy are useful.
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Arnica is useful when body aches or soreness of the body is present due to motion sickness.
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Arsenicum Album is a well-known remedy for seasickness. If the child complains of severe burning pain in the stomach due to constant nausea and vomiting, which is relieved by drinking warm or hot water and with a frequent thirst for small sips of water, Arsenicum is most likely an indicative remedy. Mentally, the child will be restless and exhausted. He develops restlessness mainly at night and gets so restless that he does not allow anybody to sleep at night. Not only may the child become tired, but an individual as a parent will be exhausted by taking care of him.
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Phosphorus can be indicated as well in motion sickness. However, it should not be the first choice. This remedy can be given when the child develops sudden symptoms of motion sickness. If the child vomits food or water as soon as it gets warm in the stomach and cannot bear warm food or drinks, one can give them Phosphorus. Such children prefer cold food to relieve the pain in the stomach caused due to constant nausea and vomiting.
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Aconite: Sometimes, kids are afraid of heights, especially while flying. They are so scared and anxious about an airplane that they tend to develop nausea and vomiting. Just a dose of Aconite, a few minutes before and during the airplane ride, would help to get rid of the mess.
How Effective Are Homeopathic Medicines Against Motion Sickness?
The effectiveness of homeopathic medicines against motion sickness is good without any side effects. Also, conventional medicines are used to treat motion sickness, but it is to cause drowsiness and other side effects. Thus, improving motion sickness with homeopathic remedies can enhance the quality of life.
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They deal with motion sickness by stimulating and strengthening the immune system.
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The dosage and other considerations may prevent us from suggesting conventional medicines to children, but homeopathic medicines are safely given to adults and children as they are prepared from plant sources.
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Homeopathic medicines are very easy to administer to children as they are available as sweet molecules and in liquid forms.
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In addition, the right homeopathic remedy should be chosen for effectively treating motion sickness.
What Are the Lifestyle Changes Needed as per Homeopathy?
Very minute doses of homeopathic treatment are given, and hence certain precautions are needed to maintain its efficiency. They are following some lifestyle and dietary changes as follows.
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Be active and get fresh air every day.
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If a person is traveling, eat lightweight, healthy, and nutritious food.
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Get at least 2 liters of water a day and stay hydrated.
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Avoid coffee, strong beverages, etc.
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Do not eat spicy foods, cheese, onion, and foods with medicinal properties.
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Reduce the intake of excess sugar and salt in the diet.
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Practice meditation to avoid grief, anger, etc.
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Do not stay in uncleaned and damp rooms.
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Avoid using strong perfumes.
Conclusion:
There is a long list of homeopathic remedies for motion sickness, but the above-mentioned are a few of them. The remedies will work if they are strongly indicated. A homeopath must always consider the totality of symptoms to cure the patients.
