Alternative Remedies

Arthritis is an affliction that has effected man since the beginning of time. While there are over 150 different types of arthritis, the one thing that seems to be a constant is the pain and...

Tiger Balm is a topical herbal remedy originally formulated to treat muscles aches and discomfort. Due to its potent mix of aromatic herbs, Tiger Balm can also be used as a decongestant and for...

Because it affects your ability to walk, heel pain can be a bothersome and disabling condition. For some, heel pain comes on suddenly, but can happen gradually for others. Although heel spurs...

Kidney stones or renal calculi, are hard masses that form in the kidney or urinary tract. They can vary greatly in size, but are always painful. Some large kidney stones must be removed by...

There are many people who suffer from chronic and acute pain that stems from various disorders, including those pertaining to the back. These can be caused by stress and injury. Many of these...

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a method for treating pain. A TENS machine is a small, portable device that uses electrical signals to mitigate pain. The device has a small,...

For people who suffer seasonal allergies or frequent colds, sinus pain is a well-known companion. Sometimes sinus pain is caused by pressure from congestion or swelling of the mucous membrane. Dry...

If you are in pain, you most likely turn to a over-the-counter or prescription medication for relief. These medications have the potential to damage the liver and kidneys and might cause other...

Millions of adults suffer from troublesome knee pain due to weakness, overuse or chronic conditions. Developed in the 1940s by George S. Hackett, prolotherapy is recently becoming more accepted as...

Tooth and gum pain can become quite a hassle. Pain in your gums or teeth can at times mean problems such as gum disease or cavities. Before going to the dentist, there are a few home remedies you...

Tendons are the fibrous cords that connect muscle tissue to bones. Tendinitis refers to the irritation or inflammation of any of the body's tendons, though the condition most often occurs in and...

Back pain affects millions of people every year. Symptoms range from dull aching to sharp pains from lower back pain to upper back pain. Unfortunately, it is difficult to find information on...

Arthritis is a general term for conditions that damage the joints in the body. There are different types of arthritis, and these can involved different factors, but treatments for arthritis are...

Eye pain can have many causes. For the most common--dust, dirt, dry air, and allergens--you can usually find a home remedy that will eliminate the problem or afford you significant relief. For...

The pain of arthritis can actually be treated with aromatherapy. When essential oils are used as an oil treatment for patients with arthritis, it also can absorb into the skin to help reduce...

Shingles, which are also known as Herpes Zoster, is known by the painful blisters and rashes on the skin. Shingles outbreaks are often known by their constant pain and discomfort. Luckily, most...

Canker sores are painful ulcers inside the mouth. Women get them more often than men do. These ulcers often happen at the same time as a viral infection and can often occur due to a deficiency of...

These days, many people are seeking ways to reach optimum health, rather than just to ease a problem. An alternative treatment may be sought after by those who are frustrated with conventional...

If you're considering using magnet therapy for pain, you're not alone. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), a 1999 survey indicated that 18 percent...

If you're experiencing internal pain associated with shingles, you may be looking for relief. Though shingles is often associated with rash or blisters, internal symptoms can occur before and even...

Osteoarthritis is one of the more commong forms of arthritis, and is commonly known for it's pain. There are actually several ways to alter your lifestyle and diet not only help relieve pain...

Tension between the bone and tendons in the knee, shoulder, arm, hip and ankle are cushioned by the bursa. When repetitive motion creates more friction than the bursa can handle, irritation and...

Pectin is commonly discussed as a home remedy that can be used to treat sore joints and lessen the pain around them. Pectin comes from fruit and is widely discussed for its many uses.

When mucus gets trapped in the sinus cavities, they can become inflamed, infected and blocked. This causes sinus pain and pressure. There are numerous decongestants and antihistamines available to...

Vertigo is a medical condition that causes you to feel off balance, dizzy, nauseous and like you are spinning. This condition can be treated with massage therapy by a licensed massage therapist....

Bursitis is a medical condition that causes pain in the bursae, which are fluid filled pads that cushion the bones near the joints. This condition can occur in the hips and elbows, according to...

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects the body tissues and organs, though it mostly affects the joints. There's no magical cures for rheumatoid arthritis, but there...

Ear infections affect not only children, but also teens and adults. It is frustrating to experience a clogged or painful ear, or to find you cannot hear properly due to an infection. Ear...

This gentle bath soak treatment helps to relieve arthritis pain, and the essential oils also absorb into the skin and help with inflammation in the joints to help relieve the arthritis.

If you're experiencing shingles, you may be seeking an alternative approach to treating the red, blistery, and painful rash. A reactivation of the chicken pox virus, shingles only strikes those...

De Quervain's tenosynovitis occurs as a result of inflammation in the two tendons that extend the thumb away from the hand. De Quervain's causes pain and swelling at the base of the thumb and...

Tendonitis is the inflammation of a tendon which causes pain and tenderness outside the joint. It usually occurs as a sports injury resulting from overuse. Although it can occur in any of the...

Lyme disease is caused by bacteria known as Borrelia that is carried by ticks and is identifiable by a circular, reddish rash that appears on the skin. If caught in the early stages, Lyme disease...

Pain is something that comes to everyone at one time or another and often a doctor or some aspirin is nowhere in site. This is why I felt like going over some pain reduction techniques.

Joint pain is a fairly common problem. It is also known as arthritis and can debilitate a person. There are lots of different types of arthritis but the most common type is osteoarthritis, also...

There are few things as frustrating and as painful as accidentally burning your tongue on hot food or a hot beverage. In most cases, the best you can do is reduce the pain and avoid additional...

Postherpetic neuralgia is a painful condition of the nerves that lingers after an episode of shingles. This condition is often treated with pain medications that have side effects that are...

Fibromyalgia is a general term for chronic pain in the fibrous tissue. Below are some natural remedies that can help to relieve the pain and discomfort caused by Fibromyalgia.

Joint pain is caused by conditions like arthritis, which break down cartilage, cause inflammation and make joints stiff and swollen. Many natural treatments are available that can relieve the...

Topical pain relievers are used for many types of pain and pain management. You may choose to seek natural pain relief to avoid unwelcome side effects of oral analgesics or painkillers. Whether...

Chili peppers contain an ingredient called capsaicin, which is what makes them hot. According to the Mayo Clinic, topical creams that have capsaicin as an active ingredient will help alleviate...

According to the Mayo Clinic, your feet have 25 percent of your body's bones, along with numerous tendons, joints, muscles and ligaments. They also takes the brunt of abuse in walking, running and...

The shoulder is one of the most common parts of the body to be afflicted by bursitis. Bursitis is the result of overuse of the shoulder joint and is commonly associated with activity that can...

Peppermint camphor, an old name for menthol, is the solid extract of the peppermint plant (Mentha piperita), and has qualities similar to camphor extracted from camphor trees. Traditionally,...

Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes joint pain and stiffness. Psoriasis is first a skin condition, but 30 to 40 percent of people with psoriasis end up with...

Sinus pain, whether caused by a cold, allergies or changes in atmospheric pressure, can sometimes be debilitating. While there are prescription and over-the-counter remedies available, you might...

The lemon may be a fruit, but it is used for more than just consumption. Lemons are used for cooking, cleaning, airing and refreshing indoor atmospheres, and even for medicinal purposes. Lemon oil...

Arthritis is a chronic disease that affects the joints, tendons, ligaments or cartilage. There are over 100 forms of arthritis with symptoms that range from stiffness and inflammation to severe,...

Gout is an arthritic condition characterized by painful, swollen joints. It most commonly strikes the big toe and is a result of excessive amounts of uric acid in the body; this substance builds...

Magnetic therapy is a safe and natural form of healing that uses the electromagnetic field of magnets to heal the body. The negative side of the magnet is placed where there is pain. This pulls...