7 TYPES OF PAIN THAT REQUIRE DIFFERENT TREATMENTS
One of the most common natural remedies for pain known to man is ice and heat. However, not everyone knows which treatment works well for which type of pain. It is important to know which works for each type of pain, as using the wrong treatment for the wrong injury may result in the conditioning getting worse e.g. using heat on acute injuries can increase inflammation and delay healing. Ice is best for relieving inflammation and numbing pain while heat helps relax tightened muscles and relieve joint aches. Here are some common types of pain you may face and the best methods to use in treating them. 1. Arthritis Arthritis is caused by the wearing out of cartilage located in the joints e.g. knees, shoulders, fingers, elbow etc. thus resulting in inflammation due to bones in the affected area rubbing against themselves. The best way to treat this is with heat as moist heat helps ease stiff joints and also relax tightened muscles. 2. Gout Flare-ups Gout flare ups are commonly ...