Natural Pain Relievers That Really Work
Heat Or Ice

Muscle and joint pain can be treated by using heat or ice therapy. Heat is most useful for treating chronic pain because it relaxes tight joints and muscles by increasing blood flow to the painful area. Heating pads or hot water bottles are typically quite effective at relieving menstrual cramps in women as well. Ice is excellent for constricting blood flow to the painful area, which numbs the area and reduces painful sensations sent to the brain. To use, individuals should apply a heating pad or an ice pack to the affected area on and off for twenty minutes at a time.