Home Remedies to Relieve Chronic Arthritis Pain in the Shoulder

I have had arthritis in my shoulder for more years than I can remember. One time the doctor even threw in a touch of bursitis. Nope, arthritis and bursitis aren't just for the elderly! Both of these conditions can cause chronic shoulder pain. Since I do not like to take medication, I have found some home remedies to relieve arthritis pain in the shoulder.

Dress Warm to Sooth Arthritis Pain in the Shoulder

You've heard people say that they know it is going to rain because their bones hurt. This is true for anyone that has arthritis, especially in the shoulder. Cold or wet weather makes the pain in my shoulder intensify. Wearing a warm layer of clothing helps to ease the pain. Try not to go out in extreme wet or cold weather if you can avoid it.

If you must go out, be sure to wear enough layers to protect the shoulder from the cold. Warm yourself up as soon as you get inside. Put on a heavy sweater, or drape a blanket around your shoulders. If the shoulder is already having pain from the arthritis, take a hot shower and allow the water to pulsate over the shoulder area to relieve the pain.

Massage the Shoulder that has Chronic Arthritis Pain

Massage away the pain of arthritis with a little warm olive oil. It will feel good and it will relax the shoulder that has arthritis pain. I add a few drops of lavender essential oil to my olive oil. Lavender has anti-inflammatory properties in it. It is mildly analgesic and the scent is very relaxing.

There are other essential oils and herbs that will work to ease shoulder pain from arthritis but they do not smell as good as the lavender. Rosemary, sage and thyme will work too. You can seep these spices in warm water and then apply the water to a cloth and let it sit on the painful shoulder.

I have also soaked in a warm bath to relieve the arthritis pain in my shoulder. Add about a cup of sea salt to the bath water, lie down and relax, but do not let the water get cool, or the shoulder pain may intensify. Be sure the room is warm so that you do not get chilled when you get out of the bath tub.

Disclaimer: Many injuries, other than arthritis, can cause shoulder pain. These remedies are to be used for informational purposes only. My doctor diagnosed my arthritis pain in the shoulder and I chose to use the home remedies that worked for me. Always consult a doctor for chronic shoulder pain before attempting a home remedy.

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