Epsom salt bath

[Tilly1957]

I have AF and mostly controlled raised blood pressure, so my question is can I use Epsom salts to soak in a a bath? I have heard it can really help with muscular aches and pains, plus is it a way to get magnesium into the body? My lad tells me it’s also really relaxing ☺️ Thank you .

[CDreamer]

Short answer - yes to all questions. I tend to use Dead Sea Salts because I need to be careful with Magnesium but many people with arrythmias find that taking Magnesium orally helps them. I tend to use a Magnesium Oil Spray and find that helps muscles relax more than bathing and it is absorbed into the body.

[Tilly1957 in reply to CDreamer]

Thank you. I did find a drug/food interaction site which helped a lot. I didn’t get on with the magnesium oil or taking a supplement. My son had severe excema and is now on a biological medication (which is miraculous) and has used Epsom salts baths regularly for his skin etc. He is staying with us at the moment so I have access to his huge bucket of Epsom salts 🤣 x

[CDreamer in reply to Tilly1957]

Go for it - won’t know until you try.

[Desanthony in reply to Tilly1957]

My son suffers from this too. Can't remember if he has ever had relief from using Epsom Salts in the bath because he has tried so many things - would love to know what the biological medication is as he has been pretty bad since before Christmas so would love to tell him what this is and where he could obtain it from.

[Tilly1957 in reply to Desanthony]

It’s what they usually prescribe after immunosuppressants, but the consultants missed out that step because of his history of severe infection and hospitalisation - was awful and scary. My lad is 31 now. When he started this biologic (I need to check the name for you) he said it was the first time in his life his skin didn’t itch. Skin looks amazing now. I will pm you x

[Desanthony in reply to Tilly1957]

Thank you.

[Ellie-Ann]

I’m on bisoprolol, Apaxiban, isosorbide mono nitrate and I put a mug full of Epsom salts into my bath two or three times a week plus I take one magnesium citrate tablet at tea time every day no problem.

[Tilly1957 in reply to Ellie-Ann]

Excellent, good to know thank you x

[Singwell in reply to Ellie-Ann]

Good to know. Haven't indulged in Epsom Salts bath since developing AF. Was a bit worried about BP drop and potential to kick off heart.

[Tilly1957 in reply to Singwell]

That’s interesting, that your worried about bp dropping, I was concerned it would raise mine x

[Singwell in reply to Tilly1957]

I think it's the opposite initially because of the warmth and relaxation. You have to be careful how you get out and be prepared to sit or lie down for a few minutes if you feel faint. I usually start draining the water after a hot bath, then run my wrists and ankles under the old tap. Seems to stop pro less happening.

[Tilly1957 in reply to Singwell]

Good plan x

[SuziElley]

I use them myself and find them relaxing, especially in a hot bath just before bed. I have Dead Sea salts as well but they’re more for dry skin whereas Epsom salts do help with aches and pains.

[Tilly1957 in reply to SuziElley]

Trouble is, my knees, thighs and hips give me great difficulty getting in and out of the bath …. It’s hilarious 🤣🤣🤣🤣 x

[SuziElley in reply to Tilly1957]

Tilly, I've just bought myself a battery operated bath lift/chair for this very reason. Although it does mean I can't get my shoulders under the water, I can soak my knees and hips. I've really enjoyed using it. The Bellavita Bathlift, available from different outlets at various prices.

[Tilly1957 in reply to SuziElley]

I usually shower, I might just soak my feet for a bit x

[LaceyLady]

I use a salt pool 3x a week at my Spa with no problems. High concentration a you float.

[Tilly1957 in reply to LaceyLady]

Sounds lovely, we don’t have one nearby and I have no car as it failed it’s MOT big time just before Christmas x

[LaceyLady in reply to Tilly1957]

There isn’t another in the country like it, I’m so lucky even though I moan about management 😜

[malaekahana]

I have an epsom salt bath once or twice a week. Add some baking soda to the epsom salts for added efficacy.

[Tekla]

I take epsom salt baths but try not to have the water too hot. Very relaxing before bed and helps with getting a better sleep.

[Tilly1957 in reply to Tekla]

Thank you x

[LaceyLady in reply to Tilly1957]

I buy our Epsom salts from Amazon

[Tilly1957 in reply to LaceyLady]

My lad does too, by the bucket load ! X

[spaghetti12]

Af and high blood pressure

[Tilly1957 in reply to spaghetti12]

Yes?

[spaghetti12 in reply to Tilly1957]

Sorry that was meant to be in search not a reply to you oops 😂. I’m new to afib and just been put on Sotalol but my blood pressure is high but bpm low so was doing a search

[Tilly1957 in reply to spaghetti12]

🤣sort of thing I do! I was on bisoprolol for my af and blood pressure for over 5 years and have recently come off them(2/3 months ago) they did the trick for bringing my blood pressure down, but quality of life was awful. Good luck, there is lots on this forum that may help you xx

[mav7]

naturalremedyideas.com/epso....

Above is an article on epsom salts. Seems to provide benefits as described above. May want to research further.

[Tilly1957 in reply to mav7]

Thank you x

[Tilly1957 in reply to mav7]

Finally had time to read the article (I know, it’s short, but it’s been manic here) Helpful and clear article. Looks like I am going to have an Epsom salt bath today! X

[Ginny_Ickle]

Magnesium helps with lowering blood pressure, among other things. Not much, generally, but it may be helpful with that as well as aches and pains. Having enough Magnesium also is important to heart rhythm -- and deficiency is pretty common. So unless sulphur compounds are a problem for you -- in which case Mg chloride is an alternative --have a wonderful soak!

[Tilly1957 in reply to Ginny_Ickle]

Thank you! X

[sailaway51]

2 cups Epson salt 105 Fahrenheit 30 minutes is what I do. Be careful getting out as blood pressure drops. First time getting out I cracked a rib slipping! Really relaxes me!

[Tilly1957]

Thank you, I will be careful x