The winter season is a welcome change for many, especially with the holidays ringing in the colder months. However, for many the change in weather can be painful- especially for those who suffer from arthritis. Arthritis refers to swelling or inflammation that affects the body\u2019s musculoskeletal system, particularly the joints, with osteoarthritis\u00a0(the\u00a0degradation of joins, cartilage and bone) and rheumatoid arthritis\u00a0(an autoimmune disease causing\u00a0the inflammation of\u00a0flexible \u00a0joints) being the\u00a0two most common forms. Common symptoms of arthritis include\u00a0swelling, redness, and restriction to your range of movement. The most noticeable symptoms, however, is moderate to severe\u00a0joint pain and stiffness.<\/p>\n
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The treatments recommended for arthritis\u00a0usually depend on number factors that include the person\u2019s age and overall health, as well as the severity of the condition. Depending on the severity of your\u00a0symptoms,\u00a0taking the natural approach by utilizing the natural anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties of essential oils can\u00a0be an effective strategy in treating arthritis.<\/p>\n
MARJORAM OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n Marjoram oil has been traditionally used for treating bruises, sprains, muscle spasm, and stiff joints, making it great\u00a0for relieving arthritic pain.\u00a0 Marjoram essential oil also has\u00a0a calming effect that relieves anxiety and stress. When applied topically, it can relax the muscle and relieve soreness, while promoting feelings of wellbeing and calmness.<\/p>\n Note:<\/u> Don\u2019t use the oil\u00a0on broken or sensitive skin, as it can be irritating.<\/p>\n ROSEMARY OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n Rosemary oil ranks among the\u00a0essential oils for arthritis\u00a0as it has an abundance of anti-pain properties, as well as anti-inflammatory benefits.<\/p>\n How to use:<\/u> Dilute the rosemary oil with a carrier oil (such as olive or jojoba oil), and rub the mixture onto the arthritis stricken area.<\/p>\n EUCALYPTUS OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n Eucalyptus oil<\/strong> has a number of benefits in terms of treating muscles and joint pain. Eucalyptus oil should be warm when it\u2019s applied over the affected part and should be covered with plastic wrap for better result. Eucalyptus oil can help heal rheumatoid arthritis in any months of the year but studies show that it works great in winter seasons.<\/p>\n GINGER OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n Ginger essential oil<\/strong>\u00a0is an amazing healing agent that contains chemicals with\u00a0analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects on the body. It\u2019s been shown to lessen pain associated with arthritis, making it a great pain reliever. Ginger has that slight burning sensation similar to the initial intense burning feel you get when you consume spicy pepper. While it typically only lasts a few seconds, researchers discovered that it affects the pain pathways directly and rather rapidly in most cases, relieving the inflammation, which in itself causes pain.<\/p>\n LAVENDER OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n Lavender essential oil has a wide range of great properties, including hair care and relief from headaches and migraines. Lavender is known to provide balance to the body, promote sleep and relive anxiety. As a treatment for arthritis, it can help reduce soreness and inflammation around painful areas. It works by increasing oxygenation and circulation to the joints.<\/p>\n How to use:<\/u> To use, mix about 5-10 drops with warm olive oil before massaging it gently to affected areas. For a full body relief, you may add several drops to your warm bath to soak aching joints and muscles.<\/p>\n PEPPERMINT OIL<\/strong><\/p>\n Peppermint oil is commonly used for cooking and as a beauty product ingredient. However, thanks to the presence of l-menthol, one of the best features of peppermint oil is its anti-inflammatory properties. This, when coupled with its natural pain reliving properties, make the oil perfect for the topical treatment of painful inflammation.<\/p>\n Note:<\/u> Peppermint\u00a0oil is very strong undiluted, so combine it with a carrier oil before rubbing it on your joints to relieve pain.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The winter season is a welcome change for many, especially with the holidays ringing in the colder months. However, for many the change in weather can be painful- especially for those who suffer from arthritis. Arthritis refers to swelling or inflammation that affects the body\u2019s musculoskeletal system, particularly the joints, with osteoarthritis\u00a0(the\u00a0degradation of joins, cartilage and bone) and rheumatoid arthritis\u00a0(an autoimmune disease causing\u00a0the inflammation of\u00a0flexible \u00a0joints) being the\u00a0two most common forms. Common symptoms of arthritis include\u00a0swelling, redness, and restriction to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":42807,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[132],"tags":[8277,746],"yoast_head":"\n