What should you soak a swollen toe in?
Baking soda soak: Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) has mild antiseptic and antifungal properties and can help reduce swelling. Mix 1/2 cup of baking soda in warm water and soak the swollen toe for 15-20 minutes.
Apple cider vinegar soak: Apple cider vinegar has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and can help reduce swelling and pain. Mix 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar in warm water and soak the swollen toe for 15-20 minutes.
Ice bath: Ice can help reduce swelling and pain. Fill a large basin with ice water and soak the swollen toe for 10-15 minutes.
Chamomile tea soak: Chamomile has anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce swelling and pain. Brew a strong cup of chamomile tea and let it cool to lukewarm. Soak the swollen toe in the chamomile tea for 15-20 minutes.
Arnica soak: Arnica has anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain-relieving) properties and can help reduce swelling and pain. Mix a few drops of arnica tincture in warm water and soak the swollen toe for 15-20 minutes.
Witch hazel soak: Witch hazel has astringent and anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce swelling and pain. Mix 1/2 cup of witch hazel in warm water and soak the swollen toe for 15-20 minutes.
Tea tree oil soak: Tea tree oil has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce swelling and pain. Mix a few drops of tea tree oil in warm water and soak the swollen toe for 15-20 minutes.