Joint pain, which is also known as arthralgia, can either be inflammation or discomfort that occurs in one or multiple joints in the body. Joint pain is commonly associated with conditions like arthritis, which has to do with inflammation in the joint. Joints are what allow us to move and joint pain can occur in the knees, hips, elbows, or shoulders. Joint pain can either stem from a medical condition, an injury, or an infection, and commonly affects children, adults, or the elderly.
The most common cause of joint pain is arthritis, either osteoarthritis (OA) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Joint pain usually occurs in the joints that are most frequently used, for example, the wrists, hips, knees, elbows, or shoulders. While this is a common cause, other things like injuries, overuse, ligament or tendon tears, or even bone breaks or fractures can also induce pain.
While there are medications for joint pain, it is best to remedy the problem naturally. We found this amazing salve that you can massage on the affected joint to encourage healing and wellness. The properties in this blend have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, which help calm joint pain. You will need the following in order to make the salve.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup warm extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
Take these ingredients and blend them in a blender or food processor until you get a paste. When you obtain this paste, apply it twice a day to the sore joint. Leave the salve on for ten minutes and then wash it away for warm water and soap. The warmth and healing properties can help relieve any pain you might be experiencing. Use this salve every day and you should experience a decrease in pain.
Vincent Stevens is the senior content writer at Dherbs. As a fitness and health and wellness enthusiast, he enjoys covering a variety of topics, including the latest health, fitness, beauty, and lifestyle trends. His goal is to inform people of different ways they can improve their overall health, which aligns with Dherbs’ core values. He received his bachelor’s degree in creative writing from the University of Redlands, graduating summa cum laude. He lives in Los Angeles, CA.
