4. Frankincense
Frankincense is the resin of the Boswellia Serrata plant and has anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic and analgesic properties and is used in the treatment of degenerative and inflammatory joint disorders [4]. A number of studies have been done which have shown significant improvement in patients – one test was done which showed significant improvement of arthritis of the knee in 8 weeks, while another study showed that frankincense was able to bring about a significant decrease in the severity of pain and the related disability.
5. Capsaicin (Chili Pepper)
Capsaicin, from the chili plant, is another traditional remedy which is now also available in over-the-counter treatments for peripheral neuropathies and chronic musculoskeletal pain. It has a highly selective, regional anaesthetic effect which is useful for relieving the pain but it also has an anti-inflammatory action to further reduce pain.
6. Essential Oils
