Tag: Topical pain relief

According to the Cleveland Clinic, topical anti-inflammatory creams can be nearly as effective as oral medications for localized issues while carrying a significantly lower risk of systemic side effects. This raises the question for many experiencing aches and pains: is cream good for inflammation and worthy of adding to your treatment regimen?

According to a clinical study published in 2022, oral supplementation with a natural cucumber extract significantly reduced joint pain in adults with knee osteoarthritis. This and other research points to the potential answer to the question: do cucumbers help with pain?

Over 40% of adults over the age of 25 suffer from high blood pressure, and many experience nerve-related complications. Fortunately, chili peppers contain the active compound capsaicin, which is used topically to relieve neuropathic pain by desensitizing nerve endings.