Knee pain is one of the most cumbersome and taxing situations to take care of. It is a hindrance while walking and everyday activities also become a challenge. Knee pain in most cases is caused due to damaged ligaments or muscles or due to weakened bones or decreased lubrication between the joints. It is important to diagnose knee pain and prevent further deterioration early. Here are some of the causes and easy, effective and accessible home remedies to curb knee pain. Read on to find out more about it.
* Ice CompressUsing an ice compress on the knees 2-3 times during the day helps in reducing the swelling as well as the pain associated with the knee. It soothes inflammation by decreasing the blood supply to that area and reduces the pain associated with swelling instantly.
- Keep an ice pack in the fridge at all times for instant use.
- You can also use a bag of frozen vegetables in the fridge in case you don’t have ice.
- Put the ice pack or vegetable bag on the knee and press it gently for a few seconds.
- Repeat the process several times until pain relief is obtained.
* Coconut OilHeat some coconut oil and then use it to massage the knees slowly but firmly. This helps in improving blood circulation to the region and thus helps in the reduction of the pain. Do this every day to get prolonged relief. The home remedy of warm oil massage is soothing and reduces stiffness and hence helps heal knee pain.
- Heat Coconut oil in a vessel and add some camphor to it.
- Then massage this mixture over the affected area and leave it on.
- Apply this 2-3 times a day for better results.
* Fenugreek SeedsFenugreek seeds contain linolenic and linoleic acids which have significant anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic properties. It is rich in saturates and unsaturated fatty acids which reduce joint inflammation and reduce knee pain considerably. Hence, both consumption and external application of the seeds are extremely beneficial in arthritic knee pain.
- Soak 2 teaspoons of fenugreek seeds overnight.
- Grind them to a smooth paste and apply this paste on to the affected areas.
- Leave it on for an hour and wash off.
- You may soak some fenugreek seeds overnight and then eat it in the morning.
- Or you may crush the seeds into a fine powder, mix it with water and consume it.
* Milk And TurmericCurcumin, the extract from turmeric is as effective as ibuprofen in reducing knee pain, as suggested by some clinical trials. The turmeric has significant anti-inflammatory properties and is highly beneficial if taken with milk. It reduces stiffness and improves the flexibility of the knee joint.
- Mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder in lukewarm milk along with sugar and drink for pain relief.
- You can do this once every night for effective results.
* Ginger TeaGinger has long been used as a home remedy for various inflammatory conditions. It reduces inflammation by restricting blood supply for the product of inflammatory mediators and decreases pain significantly. Ginger helps in reducing joint swelling and hence the breakdown of articular cartilage. It also aids in natural repair of articular cartilage repair and growth. Ginger is consumed in raw form but is also available in the form of oil, juice, capsules and powder.
- Consume the ginger raw or boil it in a cup of water with sugar for 15 minutes and drink the ginger tea.
- It can be consumed 1-2 times every day for best results.