Treatment of osteoarthritis with folk remedies

Currently, more and more people are trying to treat chronic degenerative-dystrophic pathology of the joints (osteoarthritis, arthrosis, spondylarthrosis, polyosteoarthritis, etc. ) at home using traditional medicine. However, as clinical practice shows, it is not worth switching exclusively to non-traditional methods of treatment.

They can be used quite successfully as an adjunct to the basic therapeutic course, but only after prior consultation with the attending physician. What methods of treating osteoarthritis of different localizations can be used at home:

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How can osteoarthritis be treated with folk remedies? Often, patients with degenerative-dystrophic joint disease apply compresses, rub ointments for arthrosis, rub the affected areas with tinctures, bathe, drink decoctions, etc. Here are some important points for those who will treat osteoarthritis with folk remedies at home:

• The use of any alternative method of therapy must be agreed with the doctor in advance. If you do not want to harm your health, do not ignore the opinion of experts.
• Many recipes of traditional medicine are well known to doctors. They can easily tell you which will be most appropriate in your case.
• When preparing ointments, tinctures (petroleum tinctures), decoctions and rubbing, use only high-quality raw materials that can be purchased today in pharmacies or specialty stores. Do not buy ready-made medicines from folk remedies.
• Read the composition of the drug carefully. You should not have an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity to any of its components.
• If side effects occur, you should stop using this medicine immediately and seek professional medical help.

The use of traditional medicine for osteoarthritis is best combined with traditional methods of treatment.

Compresses

In the evening, almost every patient suffering from arthrosis develops swelling of the affected joints, and the painful sensations intensify. Compresses will help to cope with these unpleasant clinical manifestations of chronic rheumatic pathology. Among all the recipes, we list the most common:

1. Clay compress. The clay and water are mixed until a homogeneous mass is formed. Then spread on gauze or a thin natural cloth. The compress must be placed on the inflamed joint. The duration of the procedure is 60-90 minutes. You can repeat the compression every day for a week.
2. Cabbage and honey based compress. It is considered one of the most popular recipes of traditional medicine, because it does not require much effort to prepare and use. Take a few fresh cabbage leaves before bed. Lubricate one side of the leaf with honey and apply to the affected joint. To wrap the whole joint, we need about 3-4 cabbage leaves, previously lubricated with honey. To increase efficiency, the joint is additionally wrapped with polyethylene and a woolen cloth. As a rule, the dressing is applied all night. There are no special restrictions on the duration of the procedure.
3. Oatmeal compress. Five tablespoons of oatmeal should be cooked for 7-8 minutes. To get a viscous porridge, you need to take less water than in standard cooking. After cooking, the porridge should cool. Then spread it on a thick cloth, wrap and apply on the wrist. As with the previous recipe, you can wrap the top with polyethylene and a woolen cloth (for example, a scarf) to increase efficiency.
4. Kefir compress. Eggshells grind well into a fine powder. Add kefir and mix. It is then wrapped in plain cloth. Apply to the affected joint. Wrap the top with polyethylene and a woolen scarf.
5. Compress of chalk and dairy products. Sometimes chalk is used instead of shells. As a rule, some kind of chalk is used that is used in school. Building chalk is not suitable as it can irritate the skin. Dilute the powder mixture with any dairy product, such as kefir, sour cream or yogurt. The mixture should be homogeneous, but thick enough. Apply to the joint, while wrapping it on top with plastic wrap. The dressing is usually applied at night.
6. Horseradish compress. Finely chop the horseradish roots. We put them on a low heat, but we try not to let the water boil. Arrange the steamed horseradish on a linen cloth. It is then applied to the affected joint. The duration of the procedure should be 2-3 hours.
7. Significant relief is brought by the application of fresh fern leaves. The top of the joint can be wrapped in gauze or plastic wrap.

Many patients use ordinary vacuum jars as a folk remedy for osteoarthritis, which often have a positive effect.

Fats

In most cases, traditional methods of treating rheumatic pathology include the use of various medicinal ointments, creams and gels as local therapies. Traditional medicine also uses medicines in the form of ointments. Natural herbs are usually used for their preparation. Here are some examples of recipes that can be used to treat osteoarthritis at home:

• Complex ointment. Three types of plants are taken approximately 10 grams each: sweet clover, hops and St. John's wort. We mix all these plants in 50 grams of Vaseline. Bring the fat to a homogeneous state. It is necessary to lubricate the affected joints up to 3 times a day for 10 days.
• External agent based on celandine. Grind celandine leaves and stems. We will need 3 tablespoons of this medicinal plant, which we put in a small bowl and add a glass of sunflower oil. It must be insisted on for at least 2 weeks. After this period, the solution should be filtered. The obtained external agent can be applied to the affected area daily with massaging movements. The duration of the therapeutic course is about 25-30 days.
• Chicken fat. Grind 20 grams of Caucasian cousin. Then add one tablespoon of vegetable oil, honey and mustard powder. The resulting mixture is heated in a water bath and poured into a small bowl. According to patient reviews, the ointment is quite effective for pain in small joints of the hands and feet.
• External agent based on hop cones. Mix hop cones and medical vaseline in a ratio of 1: 4. It is recommended to use up to 3 times a day for 1-2 weeks.

Treating osteoarthritis with folk remedies at home may not completely cure you of the disease, but it is quite possible to reduce clinical symptoms such as pain, swelling and inflammation.

Joint rubbers

In both inflammatory and degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the joints, various types of folk remedies for rubbing are widely used. To date, these recipes are widely represented. Let's focus on the most effective:

• Dandelion tincture. You should get a small container made of opaque glass. About half of the bottle is filled with dandelion heads. After that, vodka is poured into it. For the recipe to be effective, the liquid should stand for at least 30 days. After the required period, the contents of the bottle are filtered. Rub the obtained dandelion tincture on the affected joints before going to bed.
• Angelica infusion. To prepare this infusion, you need a tablespoon of the herb angelica, which we pour into a glass of hot water. Let the liquid stand for 20 minutes. It is then necessary to strain, and the infusion can be used as a rub for the affected joints. Multiple use - 3 times a day for 2 weeks.
• Zoster tincture. To prepare the tincture of buckthorn you will need 5 tablespoons of herbs and half a liter of vodka. Insist 10-12 days. As time passes, the liquid must be filtered. Apply joster tincture on rubbing the joints twice a day for one week.
• Complex rubbing. We take equal parts of honey, glycerin, iodine solution and alcohol. If there is no alcohol, you can take vodka or natural fruit vinegar. Mix all these components thoroughly and leave to cook for two hours. This rub is very effective in relieving pain.
• Healing collection for rubbing. We take the following types of herbs in one tablespoon: eucalyptus, needles, hyssop and chamomile. Fill the medicinal collection with vegetable oil. Sometimes corn or olive oil is also used. It is recommended to insist for about a day. Apply this rub twice a day. In addition, it can be used as a massage lubricant.
• Propolis-based rubbing. A small amount of propolis (about 70-100 grams) should be dissolved. Add sunflower oil. Then cool the mixture and rub into the affected joint area when pain occurs.

Without the approval of a doctor, it is not recommended to treat osteoarthritis with various folk remedies at home.

Therapeutic baths

Almost always, balneotherapy is prescribed to treat most degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the musculoskeletal system. It should be noted that in folk medicine this therapeutic method is also widely used. Some popular recipes that help with osteoarthritis:

1. Mustard bath. We will need about 150 grams of mustard powder, which must be diluted in 2-3 liters of warm water. When diluting mustard powder, the main care should be taken not to leave lumps. Pour the resulting mixture into the standard bath you plan to take. The duration of the procedure is 15-20 minutes. After a therapeutic bath, wash off the remnants of the mustard mixture in the shower, put on warm pajamas and lie down under a blanket.
2. Mint bath. Dry mint grass, collected during the flowering period, is used to prepare this bath. Pour the mint into a small pot or iron bucket and pour water in a ratio of 1: 3. The solution is then boiled for 20 minutes. In addition, after boiling insist for about half an hour. Then pour the mint solution into the tub. The duration of the bath is determined individually. It takes the body to evaporate. Then dry and put on warm clothes.
3. Healing bath. Take three tablespoons of St. John's wort, oregano, calendula, nettle and burdock root. Insist separately in a small bowl of hot water for an hour. Then pour the herbal infusion into the tub. The bathing procedure should not be longer than 20 minutes.

Urgent request - if you decide to supplement the traditional treatment of osteoarthritis with various traditional medicines, first consult your doctor who will help you choose the most optimal medicines and methods for their application.