In folk medicine, people with joint problems commonly use fir oil. In the article you will read about the composition and useful properties of this tool, as well as learn how to properly treat joints with its use.
The composition of fir oil
Fir oil is obtained by steam-water distillation of cones and branches from Siberian fir or by steaming needles. The product has a greenish or yellowish tint, loose consistency, low viscosity, as well as a pleasant smell of fresh wood and pine needles.
The composition of this elixir includes such components:
- bisabolene;
- cadinene;
- myrcene;
- gumulen;
- a-pinene;
- camphor;
- terpenes;
- tannins;
- volatile production.
Did you know? Fir needles fall less than spruce, so it is often dressed up for New Year's holidays.
Vegetable extract from fir, which grows only in ecologically clean regions, does not contain harmful additives and is safe under the conditions of proper use.
Useful properties for joints
- In joint therapy, the main beneficial properties of fir extracts are:
- anti-inflammatory. Effectively combats the occurrence and development of inflammatory processes;
- pain medication. Naturally reduces pain;
- soothing. It has a general calming effect on the central nervous system.
- Also, the tool brings such benefits:
- stops the process of premature aging of cartilage and accelerates its regeneration;
- improves mobility of joints;
- restores blood microcirculation in the joints.
This tool has a positive effect in the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis, arthrosis, helps to get rid of pain and inflammation in the bone joints.
How and when to apply
An extract from fir has a beneficial effect on the joints, the main thing is to use it correctly. Using this medicine, compresses, ointments, baths, rubbing and massage can be done. Further details about each of these methods.
Compresses
Compresses have a therapeutic and analgesic effect for joint pain of any nature. The recipe for such a compress is simple.
Ingredients:
- table salt: 1 tsp;
- fir oil: 5-6 drops.
Step-by-step cooking instructions:
- Heat the salt a little and add an extract from fir to it.
- Pour the ingredients into a cotton bag.
- Wrap the skin in the area of the diseased joint with a cloth dampened in warm water.
- Put a bag of salt on top of the fabric.
- Wrap with foil and wrap with a woolen scarf.
- The compress should be kept in place of the affected joint for about 20-30 minutes, then removed.
Important! Before starting treatment with fir oil, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
Ointments
Ointments from this remedy are used for arthritis, arthrosis and osteochondrosis. The substances in its composition stimulate nerve receptors, help expand the capillaries and stop the inflammatory process.
Ingredients:
- pork fat: 2 tbsp. l .;
- wax: 2 tbsp. l .;
- turpentine: 2 tbsp. l .;
- fir oil: 1 tbsp. l
Step-by-step cooking instructions:
- Combine pork fat, wax, turpentine and an extract from fir.
- Melt the ingredients until smooth in a water bath.
- Remove from the water bath and cool.
- Rub the place of the diseased joint 2-3 times a day until the condition improves.
- After rubbing the product, the sore spot needs to be insulated.
Rubbing and massage
To relieve pain in disturbing joints, you can massage or rub. Most often they are used to eliminate pain in the legs, ankle and knee joint.. For these procedures, it is necessary to use a product using fir extracts.
Ingredients:
- vegetable oil: 10 ml;
- fir oil: 3 drops;
- alcohol: for cleaning.
Did you know? Fir branches are often used to make bath brooms.
Step-by-step cooking instructions:
- Wipe the sore spot with alcohol.
- Mix vegetable and fir oil.
- Grind the mixture of pain with the mixture or massage with it.
Bathtubs
When the joints of the hands begin to hurt, you can use local baths.
Ingredients:
- sea salt: 1 tbsp. l .;
- fir oil: 7-8 drops.
Step-by-step cooking instructions:
- Mix sea salt and fir extract.
- Prepare a container with the amount of water that will cover the hands completely.
- Heat the water to a warm state.
- Add the mixture to water.
- Dip your hands in water for 10-12 minutes.
- After the procedure, pat the skin with a towel.
For the maximum possible healing effect, it is recommended to conduct a course of 12 procedures
For pain in large joints, you can do general hot baths.
Ingredients:
- sea salt: 1-2 tbsp. l .;
- honey: 1 tbsp. l .;
- fir oil: 6–8 drops.
Step-by-step cooking instructions:
- To collect water of temperature +39 ... + 40 ° С into the bath.
- Mix sea salt, honey and fir extract.
- Add the mixture to water.
- Take a bath for about 15 minutes.
When not recommended
Due to the high biological activity of extracts from fir, in addition to a positive effect on the body, in some cases it can lead to a deterioration in the physical condition of a person.
- Contraindications for the use of this tool are:
- pregnancy;
- tendency to cramps;
- epilepsy;
- kidney disease in the acute stage (pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis);
- individual intolerance.
Important! To check the individual susceptibility of the body to fir oil, it is necessary to apply 1 drop of the product to the inside of the elbow bend. If the place of application itches or its severe redness is observed, the drug should not be used.
Fir oil effectively fights joint diseases, thanks to the beneficial components contained in it. Knowing how to properly use this tool, you can heal the joints and improve your body.
