The Uses & Needs Of Emu Oil
Recent Developments
The use of emu oil has increased dramatically over the last ten years . Initially emu oil
was obtained from the fat of wild birds but now exclusively from farm bred stock .
Emu oil products are now available in most pharmacies and department stores in Australia in a
range of preparations from oure oil to creams and cosmetics with a variety of additives .
Clinical Experiences :
I was initially introduced to emu oil by patients of mine who advocated its use in
treating their skin . My immediate concern was to ensure that it was safe to be used .
I was aware of the past reputation of emu oil but it is satisfying to me to find no
occasion over the past ten years .
Having exposed the oil to over 500 patients , has any allergic reaction been reported
to me and that during this time , with many patients using oil over lengthy periods ,
it has been very rare for anyone to report that it had deteriorated or " gone off " .
Before recommending it I had tests done to identify its content , which showed it
contained a variety of fatty acids but no hormones or steroids . I had the oil tested
for bacteria content and found that in its pure state .
It grew no organisms . In addition , when made into a moisturizer , which is a mixture of oil ,
an emulsifier and water . I had the cream challenged with our organisms
staph
Aureus
E Coli
Pseudomonas- and
Candida Albicans , in increasing quantities and compared with gly
cerol 10 % in Sorbolene .
The emu oil cream was found to withstand greater quantities of bacteria before growth took hold .
Neither cream contained preservatives for test . From clinical experience with emu oil ,
it became obvious that its two major actions were anti-inflammatory and its ability to penetrate the skin .
It also appeared to provide some solar protection . How these actions occur and to what extent remains to
be discovered .
Ten Years of Clinical Usage :
Its unique fatty acid composition makes Emu Oil an excellent ingredient for :
* Moisturizing Creams and Lotions
* Night Creams and Lotions
* Eye Creams and Lotions
* Lip Balm
* Soap
* Cream Rinse
Eczema :
Eczema suffers often complain that the moisturizers available on the market , such
as glycerol 10 % in sorbolene , irritate their skin . I have found that emu oil , or
creams made from emu oil , have often been of benefit and provide significant reduction
of irritation and inflammation of the skin . Emu Oil does not appear to have the sufficient
anti-inflammatory properties for use against inflamed eczema . However , it is a very
useful followup to steroid treatment .
Keloids :
Messaging emu oil twice daily appears to significantly reduce recent keloid scarring
and have antiinflammatory action against the formation of keloid tissue , but it does
not seem to seduce old keloid scarring .
Burns :
The use of emu cream or immediately on early blistering appears to hold great proise .
Although trials have been limited , it seems to promote faster healing with less
pain and scarring .
Psoriasis :
To date , use of emu oil on psoriasis has been particularly effective , many patients
have reported some benefit .
Joints :
The benefit of emu oil on joints to reduce pain , swelling and stiffness is most evident
where the joint is close to the skin surface
such as hands
feet
knees
elbows-and
back
Stiff joints , is one area where massaging emu oil is of considerable benefit . Whether
due its anti-inflammatory therefore pain releiving properties or whether its due to
other facets of the oil remains to be determined by research .
Growing Pains :
This painful condition is caused by activity during younger years where overstretching
the ligaments and tendons create swelling and discomfort . As a result of massaging emu
oil on the joints and effective area prior to bed this discomfort has been
shown to disappear .
Rheumatoid Arthritis :
This is an area being researched now . Many patients have cited tremendous results
from massaging affected areas 2 - 3 times daily and before bed .
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