Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated: July 18, 2016, 4:26 PM
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Be it after the first day at a gym or exercising like running or brisk walking, most people experience knee pain. And instead of trying natural ways to deal with it, we prefer popping a painkiller. But there are few home remedies with pain relieving properties that help you deal with knee pain at home. The last one is the most effective.
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Camphor oil: Applying camphor oil improves blood circulation, relieves strain on the joints and also reduces the irritation [1]. To prepare camphor oil, add a teaspoon of camphor powder to a cup of hot (not boiling) coconut oil. Allow it to cool and massage on the joints twice a day to get rid of knee pain.
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Carom seeds: The anaesthetic properties and anti-inflammatory compounds in carom seeds help you deal with knee pain and also reduce swelling and redness due to arthritis and other inflammatory diseases [2]. You can crush carom seeds in a mortar and pestle with water and apply the paste on the aching knees for quick relief.
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Castor oil: Massage the aching knee joint with warm castor oil and place a hot water pack on the knees to get rid of pain naturally [3]. The presence of anti-inflammatory compounds in the castor oil not only relieves inflammation but also stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies to improve your condition.
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Turmeric: Known to be a potent antiseptic compound, turmeric also helps in relieving pain as it contains curcumin, which is anti-inflammatory in nature [4]. To reap the pain relieving properties of turmeric, mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder with water to make a paste and apply on the affected knee twice every day.
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Ice packs: Dr Amit Dhond, Joint Replacement Surgeon, Mumbai, suggests that acute pain in the knee can be relieved by applying ice packs. By doing so, it not only reduces pain but also minimises swelling and inflammation in the knees, helping you to recover quickly.
