Arthritis refers to pain that affects the joints of the body. While it may seem like a common condition, arthritic pain affects day-to-day functioning. It causes searing, inflammatory pain in the joints of the body, which can be caused by at least 100 different types of diseases. Some of which include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, fibromyalgia, etc. It can cause chronic pain in people with these conditions. Common symptoms include radiating pain, swelling and heat in the joints. Painkillers, both topical and internal, are often used in the treatment of arthritis. But these days, alternative methods are also used to treat the pain naturally. One of the best remedies of arthritis pain is clove oil.

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Clove is a spice used commonly in cooking in the west and in the east. It has a sharp, lingering taste that can numb the mouth. The numbing quality is caused by eugenol, an active ingredient in clove which has many medicinal properties. It's often used in dentistry and clove oil is considered the best natural remedy for toothache.

The numbing and anti-inflammatory qualities of clove oil make it one of the best remedies to treat arthritis pain naturally at home. When applied on the aching joints, clove oil can reduce inflammation, swelling and pain.

Scientific studies have explored the anti-arthritic properties of clove oil and a 2015 study in the journal Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin showed that eugenol helped reduced collagen-induced arthritis in mice who had with an early onset of the disease. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of the oil helped in reducing the pain and symptoms of the disease. Cloves for Acne and Skincare: Right Way to Use the Natural Antiseptic and Antibacterial Spice for Glowing, Blemish-Free Skin.

Clove oil neutralises the pain by reducing the ability of the neuron to transmit the pain. Eugenol also reduces inflammatory cytokines in the body, reducing the inflammation on the joints. Clove oil can also reduce oxidative stress by removing free radicals from the body, stopping the inflammation.

How to Use Clove Oil for Arthritis Pain

Clove oil is also very strong and can cause damage and burns to the skin if applied directly. To use clove oil for arthritis pain, dilute it in a carrier oil like coconut oil or grapeseed oil and apply it on the painful joints. You will feel a slight tingling sensation in the areas where the oil is applied.

(This article is written for an informative purpose and should not be substituted for medical advice. Kindly consult your doctor before trying any tips.)

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