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11 Natural Ways To Get Rid Of Joint Pain Quickly

This article lists some natural ways in which you can cure joint pain.

By Lekhaka

Joint pain may affect anyone due to a variety of reasons, but the most frequently affected individuals are those aged above fifty. Excessive wear and tear leads to the deterioration of bones and stiffens the joints as one ages and impairs the free movement of an individual to a great extent.

This is the most common illness affecting millions in all corners of the world irrespective of gender and colour. Age-associated joint pain is found in knees, shoulders, back and hips while other joints like elbow, wrists, fingers, heels and ankles may also be affected due to numerous reasons.

The intensity of the pain can vary. Moderate to severe pain lasting for several hours to some days is common. Joint pain that is short lived could be healed readily, but the long-term ones related to arthritis need time and continuous medication.

Various NSAID, analgesics and corticosteroids are extensively utilized in treating joint pains depending on the seriousness of the condition. Because of the undesirable adverse effects of these treatments individuals are opting for safer alternative medicine, that are no less effective than the prescription drugs.

Today in this article we shall list certain natural remedies for joint pain.

1. Fibre Rich Foods:

1. Fibre Rich Foods:

In treating joint pain, dietary changes are a must. One's diet should comprise of vitamin and fibre-rich foods and completely be free of processed high-calorie foods.

2. Omega-3 Fatty Acids:

2. Omega-3 Fatty Acids:

Eating food full of omega-3 essential fatty acids like fish, nuts, walnut, etc. helps.

3. Banana:

3. Banana:

Fruits like banana assist in providing strength and lubrication to the joints.

4. Turmeric:

4. Turmeric:

Adding turmeric to hot milk and drinking it reduces joint pain.

5. Vinegar:

5. Vinegar:

Rubbing hot vinegar on the painful joints before going to bed provides relief from joint pain.

6. Apple Cider Vinegar:

6. Apple Cider Vinegar:

Mixing two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and two teaspoons of honey in a glass of water and drinking it brings relief.

7. Celery:

7. Celery:

Including celery seeds in the diet provides relief from joint pain as it has strong anti-inflammatory properties.

8. Eucalyptus oil:

8. Eucalyptus oil:

Application of the mixture of camphor, eucalyptus oil, methyl salicylate and menthol is very efficient in reducing joint pains.

9. Epsom Salt:

9. Epsom Salt:

Taking Epsom salt bath helps in reducing the pain.

10. Cold & Hot Compress:

10. Cold & Hot Compress:

Applying cold and hot compress also relieves the pain.

11. Workouts:

11. Workouts:

Regular workouts and yoga help to provide relief from joint pain.

Story first published: Wednesday, January 18, 2017, 15:27 [IST]