Off Topic Sweaty hands and feet

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Kumiko

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I have a few gymnasts that have the worst sweaty hands and feet. Does anyone have any ideas how to help with it. We tried using chalk for beam and it just doesn't work. Help please :)
 
You're welcome. Hope it works for them. I've known several who swear by it (including my own....she has horrid sweaty feet. She wipes it on about 30 min before every practice --allows time to dry)
 
Since sweating is under the control of the sympathetic nervous system, nutrients that support nervous system function, such as B vitamins, may help reduce hyperhidrosis.

Prescription-strength antiperspirants applied to the palms of the hands may help but treatments work differently for different people. Another option is botulinum injections (more commonly known as Botox), which block signals to the nerves in the surface of the hands.

Electrical stimulation (known as iontophoresis) works by paralyzing the sweat glands, in turn decreasing the volume of sweat they produce. What works for one person may not for another, so doctors will determine which is best by looking at the severity of the condition and how well you tolerate the therapies.

Since sweating is under the control of the sympathetic nervous system, nutrients that support nervous system function, such as B vitamins, may help reduce the symptoms of hyperhidrosis. Treatments for palmar hyperhidrosis vary, but often begin with prescription-strength antiperspirants applied to the palms of the hands.

Another option is botulinum injections (more commonly known as Botox), which block signals to the nerves in the surface of the hands. And electrical stimulation (known as iontophoresis) works by paralyzing the sweat glands, in turn decreasing the volume of sweat they produce. What works for one person may not for another. Doctors will determine which is best for you.

Baking soda and baby powder are plausible remedies. Dissolve some in warm water and dip your hands in the solution for ten minutes. The alkaline property in baking soda reacts with the sweat and keeps the hands dry. Baby powder helps prevent odor.

Imbibing tomato juice may be very beneficial for the skin. It prevents sweating and keeps the skin clean. A regimen of tomato juice once a day for a whole week may produce results. One of the causes of excessive sweating is mineral or vitamin deficiency. Many vitamins and minerals, such as potassium and magnesium, are found in tomato juice, so drinking it every day will keep your hands fresh and dry. Or vitamin supplements may help.

Everyone from baseball pitchers to violinists use rosin bags to keep their hands dry and to give their grip some strength. It’s basically a soft pouch that is filled with rosin powder, which is a substance derived from tree sap and beeswax.

Zinc is a very important mineral that is needed for overall health. Two of its benefits include perspiration reduction and bad odor prevention. Or rub zinc oxide powder onto your hands every morning. If you do take zinc supplements, be sure to eat foods rich in copper since zinc can deplete the copper supply in the body.

Rosemary is an herbal remedy that strengthens the nervous system. With a strengthened nervous system, your sweat glands won’t be out of control. Rosemary is also a mild sedative. If you’re able to stay calm during the day, you won’t sweat as much.

The leaves and bark of witch hazel extracted into an astringent can be applied onto the skin. It’s actually an active ingredient in many lotions and oils. Every morning, apply a thin layer onto your palms with a cotton ball. Witch hazel extract can be found at any drug store. It’s like a natural deodorant that restricts the pores.

Sage is a safe and effective natural antiperspirant.You can use it to prevent hand sweating. It regulates the secretion of perspiration from the sweat glands. It also helps to regulate the nervous system, which is responsible for the production of sweat. You can take sage extract in supplement or tincture form, Or brew the leaves in tea.
 
Ionto for sweaty hands of gymnasts?? Yeah, I wouldn't recommend that. Have you ever seen the blisters that it leaves? That would feel really good under a pair of grips. Maybe with some dex added for anti-inflammatory effects but it still causes irritation and aloe won't help quick enough to soothe it for these athletes. Seriously, deodorant. It won't blister or cause skin irritation to the area that is used all of the time in gymnasts.
 
Ionto for sweaty hands of gymnasts?? Yeah, I wouldn't recommend that. Have you ever seen the blisters that it leaves? That would feel really good under a pair of grips. Maybe with some dex added for anti-inflammatory effects but it still causes irritation and aloe won't help quick enough to soothe it for these athletes. Seriously, deodorant. It won't blister or cause skin irritation to the area that is used all of the time in gymnasts.
My 10 year old daughter suffers from an extreme case of hyperhidrosis and the only thing that works for her is Iontophoresis. The machine they sell in the US was crap and did not do a thing. We bought one for $1,000 from Germany and it is amazing. She has never experienced burns or blisters or any severe adverse effects. The person you know who has did not use their machine correctly.

Unfortunately no prescriptions works for my dd, no deodorants and Botox was not an option nor is the surgery. Good luck to this DD best thing to do is see a dermatologist that has experience with hyperhidrosis.
 

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