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Her approach is holistic and encouraging, and I always felt heard and understood
No human clinical trials have been completed
Post-injection care is straightforward: Stay hydrated for the remainder of the day Avoid rubbing or massaging the injection site aggressively Apply a cold compress if swelling or soreness develops at the injection site Monitor for signs of allergic reaction (hives, difficulty breathing, dizziness) for at least 30 minutes Contact your provider or seek emergency care if you experience chest tightness, significant swelling, or breathing difficulty Strenuous exercise can resume the same day for most patients, though some prefer to wait until the following morning if injection-site soreness is noticeable
Interpretation of the results of many studies is complicated by the fact the studies had small sample sizes, used different amounts and sources of valerian, measured different outcomes, or did not consider potential bias resulting from high participant withdrawal rates
