Upper Leg: 5 Pain Relieving Home Remedies

In addition to using these remedies regularly, it is very important to ensure that you wear suitable shoes and maintain a healthy weight so as not to overload your feet.

An excess leg on the foot can be very painful if not treated in a timely manner.

This happens when the pressure of the body weight is unevenly placed on the feet and the bones and joints of the toe become inflamed.

This condition is common in people over 30, and almost always both feet are affected.

Possible causes include genetic factors,  foot injuries, and diseases such as arthritis. In addition, specialists warn against shoes that are too tight, which can also lead to an over-  leg  .

The following symptoms can become noticeable:

• Intense pain when walking
• Reduced flexibility of the affected toes
• Calluses
• Irritated skin

Over time, the symptoms will get worse. If you don’t do something about it in a timely manner, surgery may be required.

Various natural remedies can relieve symptoms  and prevent the excess leg from developing into a more serious problem. Then we will introduce you to various alternatives.

1. Treat the excess leg with ice

The continuous overload leads to irritation, then inflammation and pain. This is particularly noticeable after standing for a long time. 

You can apply ice to “numb” the area and find relief.

ingredients

• ½ cup crushed ice (55 g)
• 1 thin towel

application

• Pack the crushed ice in the towel and place it on the over leg for 5 to 10 minutes.

• Repeat the treatment two to three times.
• Always use them when you are in pain.

2. Massage with oils

A massage with relaxing oils has a therapeutic effect and  improves blood circulation in the affected area. At the same time, it can reduce inflammation.

Massaging the irritated area regularly can reduce pain while avoiding calluses and hardening.

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of oil (lavender oil, coconut oil, olive oil, castor oil …) (32 g)

application

• Gently heat the chosen oil and spread it in the palms of your hands.
• Rub it into the affected area and massage it deeply.
• After 10 minutes of massage you can relax.
• This is the best way to pamper your feet every evening.

3. Turmeric

The curcumin found in this spice is an active ingredient that  relieves pain and inflammation. 

Turmeric can therefore help both internally and externally to alleviate the symptoms caused by an excess leg.

ingredients

• ½ teaspoon turmeric (2 g)
• 1 teaspoon olive oil (5 g)

application

• Make a paste out of turmeric and olive oil and apply it to the leg.
• After 20 minutes of action, rinse off with cold water.
• Repeat this treatment twice every day.
• In addition, it is recommended to take a maximum of one teaspoon of turmeric per day.

4. Chamomile

Chamomile flowers also have anti-inflammatory and calming properties. Therefore, they can prevent the over-leg from getting worse.

Direct application  can relieve pain and reduce skin redness.

ingredients

• 3 tablespoons of chamomile flowers (30 g)
• 1 cup of water (250 ml)
• 1 towel

application

• Bring the water to the boil and add the chamomile flowers.
• Reduce the temperature and let the infusion simmer briefly before you take it off the stove.
• After a short steeping time, you can moisten a towel with the still warm chamomile infusion and place it on the leg.
• Repeat this treatment twice a day.

5. Iodine and aspirin

A mixture of iodine and aspirin is also very beneficial. You can use it to prevent the over-leg from getting worse. In addition, this remedy helps against joint inflammation.

In addition, it removes dead skin cells,  reduces skin irritation and prevents calluses and hardening. 

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of iodine (10 ml)
• 3 aspirin
• 1 association

application

• Crush the aspirin tablets with a mortar and mix the powder with the iodine.
• Apply the resulting paste to the leg and secure it with a bandage. Let it work for two hours.
• Repeat this treatment every day for good results.

Don’t forget that you should wear comfortable shoes that are as breathable as possible. This is the only way to prevent the problem from getting worse. 

In addition, it is also important  to reduce excess weight in order to  put less strain on the feet.

Try these natural remedies and  seek advice from your doctor!