Herbs for Foot Pain

Many herbs are known for their anti-inflammatory and analgesic qualities, such as cat's claw and ginger. Using herbs for pain relief offers a safe alternative over traditional pain relievers, typically with the same results.

Arnica

• Try Arnica gel topically in 10 to 20 percent tincture solution for lessening pain. Arnica is used to reduce pain from many ailments, including joint and muscle pains and bruising.

Salix

• Take one to two teaspoons of Salix bark powder daily for pain relief. Salix is a staple in folk medicine due to its pain-killing abilities but also due to its protective effect on the joints.

Boswellia

• For long-term pain relief with no risk of side effects, take 250 mg per day of the herb Boswellia. Boswellia is derived from the sap of a tree that is indigenous to India.

Cat's Claw

• Take 100 mg daily of the herb cat's claw for pain relief. Cat's claw is a vine which grows wild in the Amazon. It's also known to be of benefit to the immune system.

Ginger

• Used to alleviate many pain-related illnesses, ginger possesses anti-inflamatory and pain-fighting qualities. Take 250 mg of ginger extract every day for foot pain relief.

Evening Primrose Oil

• Supplement with one tablespoon of evening primrose oil daily for pain relief. Evening primrose oil can abate the pain and inflammation of arthritis and other afflictions.