Which Natural Remedy is Best for Your Pain Relief?

Homeopathic remedies can help provide pain relief and improve the overall health and wellbeing of patients suffering from osteoarthritis. This type of arthritis is one that particularly affects older people and many of us may have to live with the condition for decades.

With no known cure and only over-the-counter pain relief suggested for treating the condition, many patients seek out alternative therapies. Fortunately, there is a large number of natural remedies with a proven track record in reducing the inflammation and swelling in the joints that is symptomatic of osteoarthritis and providing pain relief.

It’s wise to discuss with your doctor any natural remedies you want to incorporate into your management of your condition. Here are some of the most commonly used natural remedies and the effects they might have on your condition.

Arnica – this herb has been used in gel form for centuries to treat inflammation, muscle and joint pain, and bruising.

Belladonna – the leaf and root of this plant are used in several different medications because of its effects on the nervous system. For joint pain, it is available in ointment form.

Bryonia – this homeopathic remedy is particularly effective for painful joints caused by rheumatoid arthritis.

Calcarea carbonica – a homeopathic treatment made from ground mother of pearl, calcarea carbonica is effective for bone or joint pain, backache and slow-healing fractures.

Dulcamara – made with the green leaves and stems of bitter nightshade, dulcamara is often used for joint problems.

Kali carbonicum – also known as potassium carbonate, kali carbonicum is a highly caustic substance that should never be ingested but is effective when applied to painful joints and for backache.

Ledum palustre – a homeopathic remedy, ledum palustre offers temporary relief to joint pain, in particular ones that are swollen.

Ruta graveolens – if you have an injury to the connective tissues around the joints, such as tendons or ligament, or suffer more in cold or damp weather, try ruta graveolens for pain relief.