Treatment of arthrosis with folk remedies

Currently, more and more people are trying to treat chronic degenerative-dystrophic joint pathology (osteoarthrosis, arthrosis, spondylarthrosis, polyosteoarthrosis, etc. ) at home using traditional medicine. Nevertheless, as clinical practice has shown, it is not worthwhile to switch exclusively to non -traditional treatment methods.

Quite successfully, they can be used in addition to the basic therapeutic course, but only after prior consultation with the attending physician. What are the methods of treatment of arthrosis of various localizations that can be used at home:

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How can arthrosis be treated with folk remedies? Often, patients with degenerative-dystrophic joint disease put compresses, rub ointments for arthrosis, rub the affected area with tincture, bathe, drink decoctions, etc. Some important things for those who will treat arthrosis with folk remedies at home:

• The use of any method of alternative therapy must first be agreed with the physician. If you do not want to harm your health, do not ignore the opinion of experts.
• Many traditional medicine recipes are well known among doctors. They can easily tell you which one is most appropriate in your case.
• When preparing ointments, tinctures (colored cinquefoil), decoctions and rubs, use only high -quality raw materials, which today can be purchased in pharmacies or specialty stores. Do not buy ready-made medicines from folk remedies.
• Carefully read the composition of the drug. You should not experience allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to any of its components.
• If side effects occur, you should immediately stop using this medication and seek professional medical help.

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

Compressing

By evening, almost every patient suffering from arthrosis experiences swelling in the affected joint, and the painful sensation increases. Compresses will help overcome this unpleasant clinical manifestations of chronic rheumatic pathology. Among all the recipes, we list the most common:

1. Compressed clay. Clay and water are mixed until a homogeneous mass is formed. Then apply on a thin cloth or a thin natural cloth. Compresses must be placed on the inflamed joint. The duration of the procedure is 60-90 minutes. Compression can be repeated daily for a week.
2. Cabbage and honey -based compresses. It is considered one of the most popular traditional medicine recipes, as it does not require much effort to prepare and use. Take a few pieces of fresh cabbage leaves before bed. Smear one side of the leaf with honey and apply on the affected joints. To envelop the entire joint, we need about 3-4 cabbage leaves, pre-lubricated with honey. To increase efficiency, we also wrap the connection with polyethylene and wool fabric. As a rule, compresses are placed throughout the night. There are no special restrictions on the duration of the procedure.
3. Compressed oatmeal. Five tablespoons of oats should be boiled for 7-8 minutes. To get a viscous porridge, you need to consume less water compared to regular cooking. After cooking, the porridge should cool. Then we spread it on a dense cloth, wrap it and apply it on the joints. Like the previous recipe, you can wrap the top with polyethylene and a woolen cloth (e. g. , a scarf) to increase efficiency.
4. Compressed kefir. Eggshells are ground into a fine powder. Kefir is added and the mixture is stirred. Then it is wrapped in ordinary cloth. Apply on the affected joints. From above we wrap with polyethylene and a wool scarf.
5. Compressed lime and dairy products. Sometimes lime is used instead of shells. As a rule, a kind of lime is used, which is used in schools. Building lime 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 on the joints, wrapping them with plastic film on top. Usually compresses are placed at night.
6. Compressed horseradish. Finely chop the radish root. We put it on low heat, but we tried not to bring the water to a boil. We spread steamed horseradish on a linen cloth. Then it is applied to the affected joints. The duration of the procedure should be 2-3 hours.
7. Significant relief brings the use of fresh fern leaves. From above, the joints can be wrapped with gauze or plastic wrap.

Many patients use regular vacuum jars as a folk remedy for arthrosis, which often has a positive effect.

Ointment

In most cases, traditional methods of treating rheumatic pathology include the use of various medical ointments, creams and gels as topical therapy. Traditional medicine also uses medicine in the form of ointments. Natural herbs are usually used for its preparation. Here are some examples of recipes that can be used in the treatment of arthrosis at home:

• Complex ointment. Three types of herbs are taken at about 10 grams each: sweet clover, hops and St. John’s wort. John. We mixed all these herbs in 50 grams of vaseline. We bring the ointment to a homogeneous state. It is necessary to lubricate the affected joints up to 3 times a day for 10 days.
• External agents based on celandine. Grind celandine leaves and stems. We need 3 tablespoons of this medicinal herb, which we put in a small container 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 resulting external agent can be applied to the affected area with daily massaging movements. The duration of the therapeutic course is about 25-30 days.
• Ointment from hellebore. Grind 20 grams of Caucasian hellebore. Then add a tablespoon of vegetable oil, honey and mustard powder. The resulting mixture is heated in a water bath and poured into a small container. According to patient reviews, the ointment is quite effective for pain in the small joints of the arms and legs.
• External agents based on hop cones. We mix hop cones and medicinal vaseline in a ratio of 1: 4. It is recommended to use it up to 3 times a day for 1-2 weeks.

Treatment of arthrosis with folk remedies at home can not completely eliminate the disease, but it is quite possible to reduce clinical symptoms such as pain, swelling and inflammation.

Means for rubbing joints

Both in inflammatory and degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the joints, various types of folk remedies for rubbing are widely used. To date, this recipe is represented quite a lot. Let's think about the most effective:

• Dandelion colored. 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 an effective recipe, the liquid needs to be infused for at least 30 days. After the required period, the contents of the bottle are filtered. Use the dandelion tincture produced to rub the affected joints before bed.
• Absorption of angelica. To prepare this infusion, you need a tablespoon of the medicinal herb angelica, which we pour into a glass of hot water. Let the liquid soak for 20 minutes. Then it is necessary to filter, and the infusion can be used as a swab for the affected joints. Variety of use - 3 times a day for 2 weeks.
• Zoster colored. To prepare buckthorn tincture, you need 5 tablespoons of medicinal plants and half a liter of vodka. Insist for 10-12 days. When the time expires, the liquid must be filtered. Apply tincture of joster to rub the joints twice a day for a week.
• Complex scrub. In equal parts we take 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 let it brew for two hours. This swab is very effective in relieving pain.
• Collection of medicines for swabs. We take the following types of plants in one spoon: eucalyptus, needle, hyssop and chamomile. Fill the medicine collection with vegetable oil. Corn or olive oil is also sometimes used. It is recommended to insist about a day. Apply this swab twice a day. In addition, it can be used as a lubricant for massage.
• Propolis -based application. A small amount of propolis should be diluted (about 70-100 grams). Add sunflower oil. Then cool the dough and apply to the affected joint area when pain occurs.

Without receiving approval from the attending physician, it is not recommended to treat arthrosis using various folk remedies at home.

Therapeutic bath

Almost always, balneotherapy is prescribed for the treatment of 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 arthrosis:

1. Mustard bath. We need about 150 grams of mustard powder, which must be diluted in 2-3 liters of warm water. When diluting the mustard powder, prime attention should be paid to ensure no lumps are left. Pour the resulting mixture into the standard bath you plan to take. The duration of the procedure is 15-20 minutes. After the therapeutic bath, we washed the remnants of the mustard mixture under the shower, put on warm pajamas and lay down under a blanket.
2. Bathe with mint. For the preparation of this bath, dried mint grass, collected during the flowering period, is used. Mint is poured into a small pot or iron bucket and poured with water in a ratio of 1: 3. The solution is then boiled for 20 minutes. In addition, after boiling it insists for about half an hour. Then pour the mint solution into the tub. The duration of the bath is determined individually. It is necessary that the body steamed out. After that, dry and wear warm clothes.
3. Medication bath. Take three tablespoons of St. John's wort. John, oregano, calendula, nettle and burdock root. They are separately insisted in a small container with hot water for an hour. Then pour the herbal infusion into the bathtub. The bathing procedure should not exceed 20 minutes.

Immediate request - if you decide to supplement the traditional treatment of arthrosis with a variety of traditional medicines, first consult with your doctor, who will help you choose the most optimal drug and method for its use.