Comments on: DIY Arthritis Ointment for Joint Pain https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/ Dr. Axe is a Certified Nutrition Specialist, expert in Natural Medicine, a speaker for Fortune 500 Companies (Nissan, Whole Foods) and a doctor of chiropractic. Sat, 20 Jul 2024 21:14:38 +0000 hourly 1 By: Mary Flowers https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-68140 Sat, 20 Jul 2024 21:14:38 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-68140 Thank you

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By: Sandra Anderson https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-68128 Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:57:35 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-68128 Wow! Had excruciating finger pain, nothing helped until this. Thank you sooo very much for this recipe, it’s a game changer!

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By: Margaret Jackson https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-67630 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 23:57:51 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-67630 How long will it take to start working?

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By: Carol Cichelli https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-66887 Sat, 27 Apr 2024 23:32:53 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-66887 Thank you so much Dr. Axe – I typed this whole thing and sent it today to
my beautiful friend Debra – I am so grateful to TBN for honoring you-
and Jordan Rubin

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By: Cynthia Lara https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-66818 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:29:20 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-66818 Can fresh ginger root be used instead of ginger oil if yes how much and how long do I let sit before use

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By: Rachel https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-66571 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:44:11 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-66571 In reply to Brenda.

Just use as much as you need ..looking at the recipe it’s not going to make gallons is it so I don’t think you need to worry about shelf life … oh there’s no hope sometimes 😕

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By: Cathy https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-66428 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 19:57:48 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-66428 In reply to Carole Westby.

I use quality roller ball application bottles for oils blends such as this.

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By: Cathy https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-66427 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 19:32:26 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-66427 In reply to Kim.

Kim, All of the essential oils listed are in liquid form. Invert the bottles and drops of oil will drip out. Do your research and buy quality oils. I use doTERRA but there are many other producers.

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By: Belinda Owen https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-66408 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 06:42:08 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-66408 I use cocoa butter and mix in the ginger, myrrh and frankincense. My going to add CBD full spectrum for added inflammation relief. I first saw this recipe on the NIH a website and on Web MD

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By: Kim https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-66360 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 05:06:18 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-66360 In reply to Roberta West.

Can you tell me the measurements and do I use all of those butters? Thank you

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By: Chris https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-64069 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 14:46:11 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-64069 In reply to Carole Westby.

Likely 2 culprits. First, ginger is a “hot” oil, so maybe you need to use a little less or dilute more. Secondly, make sure you’re not buying your oils from a retail store. Quality is super important. Most oils are adulterated and can cause problems.

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By: Deb https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-63353 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:37:19 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-63353 In reply to Iskra.

I just made some. I used solid coconut oil, frankincense, myrrh and peppermint oils (I have no ginger right now,) castor oil and a little vitamin E oil. It is more like an oil and sinks right in. I do feel like my fingers feel better. I’m going to add some black pepper oil that has anti inflammation properties to it. I just rub a little bit into my hands and let it sink in. If using too much can just wipe off. Thanks for the recipe!!

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By: Janet Porter https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-62983 Sat, 16 Sep 2023 17:55:43 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-62983 In reply to Ron Roche.

Can you mix frankincense with just olive oil

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By: Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CN https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-62170 Fri, 28 Jul 2023 14:31:29 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-62170 In reply to Julie.

Thank you Julie. Sorry we never got back to Carole about this. You nailed this answer. Here’s more info: https://draxe.com/beauty/fractionated-coconut-oil/

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By: Julie https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-61607 Mon, 19 Jun 2023 14:53:24 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-61607 In reply to Carole Westby.

There are tons of recipes for this type of stuff online. Fractionated oil is liquid and won’t solidify. It also suggest using unrefined which is solid and needs to be melted either in a double boiler or a bowl over a pot of water on medium heat. Melt, cool in fridge until semi solid. Remove and add essential oils. You can then use your mixer to whip and place in a container. It’s pretty simple. Like I said, there’s alot of recipes with instructions out there.
Since nobody seems to answer questions on this page I figured I could help.

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By: Ron Roche https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-61530 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 17:35:52 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-61530 Can I use this on knee bone on bone?

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By: Roberta West https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-61281 Fri, 26 May 2023 21:42:43 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-61281 Can you used some beeswax, essential butters (mango, shea, cocoa, and coconut) and beeswax to make this into a more solidified product? I would like to try a rub that can be used as solid lotion bars.

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By: Stephanie https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-61261 Wed, 24 May 2023 10:07:24 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-61261 In reply to Carole Westby.

I mix frankincense oil in with BLUE EMU. I plan on getting and adding myrrh oil. I buy essential oils at natural grocers or even the United grocers has them. Blue emu can be found most anywhere. Walgreens, Walmart, United grocers. It gives almost instant relief to the osteoarthritis and in starting to wonder if it’s also doing some healing.

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By: BOB DENT https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-60719 Mon, 01 May 2023 11:24:42 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-60719 would it be possible to use Hemp oil in this recipe maybe mixed with the Jojoba oil , I feel the hemp oil would add a little extra relief.

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By: Carole Westby https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-60180 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:54:39 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-60180 This is great for arthritis relief but I got an itchy rash! What is most likely culprit ( I could leave out?) I have a ton of oils now!😵‍💫

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By: Carole Westby https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-60165 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 14:16:43 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-60165 Creams are thicker than lotions, and ointments are thicker still, and greasier. This is an oil not an ointment. Dr Axe you should know this and retitle this recipe please. If you add shea butter to it to thicken it, what would be the amount to get the same benefit from the essentials?

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By: Carole Westby https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-60164 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 12:19:41 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-60164 In reply to Celeste.

What did you use to make it a butter?

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By: Carole Westby https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-60163 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 12:16:41 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-60163 In reply to Sandra.

Did it work!!id like to try for the cream I’d prefer!!!

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By: Carole Westby https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-60162 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 12:14:42 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-60162 I expected an ointment, not an oil. Crazy I know but this would be much easier to apply if it were thicker, like a cream. I think it does help with arthritic joints but what could a person use to make it easier to apply?

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By: Larry https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-59992 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 01:54:43 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-59992 Not as helpful as I liked. Did not indicate how much product it yields; nor shelf life; nor recommended dose. Use twice daily does not say how much to use. 🤒 Although, I would like to make this, honestly, am going to pass because of the three reasons listed above.

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By: Kim https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-59959 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 03:31:02 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-59959 In reply to Angela lea.

Did you get you essential oil information, if not I can help you with Doterra essential oils. They are sourced and high quality oils. If you still need help I will help you.

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By: Charlotte https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-59613 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 20:48:13 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-59613 In reply to Terry.

Absolutely it (jojoba oil) will work effectively, just as Dr. Axe says in the second sentence after mentioning fractionated coconut oil….he states: “Jojoba oil is another workable carrier oil” that can be use.

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By: Iskra https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-59456 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 10:25:17 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-59456 In reply to Terry.

Not really. Jojoba oil is actually a liquid wax, so will not work in the same way. You could use some castor oil & beeswax in this, in addition to the coconut oil. The beeswax will act as an ’emulsifier’, and the castor oil will greatly enhance penetration of the essential oils.

If you can’t use coconut oil for whatever reason, try some hemp seed oil, the cold pressed, unrefined type. It should be very dark green.

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By: Mary LO https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-59273 Mon, 06 Feb 2023 01:01:05 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-59273 In reply to Isla.

I have blended geranium and helichrysum for neuropathy in feet for clients.

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By: Janet https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-59207 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 17:28:41 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-59207 Where can we find these essential oils?

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By: Sandra https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-59139 Sat, 28 Jan 2023 15:32:15 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-59139 I purchased refined coconut oil, which was solid. It was too stiff to try to mix the oils into it, like it says, in step one. So I put it in a glass jar, and I put the jar in some water on the stove and melted it. I let it sit for about 10 minutes and then I added the oils. Stirred it put a lid on it and put it in the refrigerator. I guess we’ll see what happens in about an hour.🤞🏽

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By: Brenda https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-59041 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 05:40:18 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-59041 I am going to go get these oils and use them. I have had pain going on 2 years. And no matter what that I used none of them have worked. The over counter meds haven’t worked. And the prescription that was giving to me from the doctor made my heart beat faster then normal. So I quit taking them. So I am at game to try to find something to help me out with the pain.

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By: Annonie https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-58492 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 01:19:54 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-58492 I began with frankincense and added myrrh. Thanks to this article, I will add ginger. (I also add sandalwood to up the scent.

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By: Clint Kneeland https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-58333 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 15:56:16 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-58333 It works Al most instantly to remove the aches and tightness from neuropathy

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By: Terry https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-57906 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:21:11 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-57906 Would Jojoba carrier oil work in place of coconut oil?

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By: Celeste https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-56276 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 17:40:11 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-56276 I have read about frankincense and myrrh and have made a body butter with it and my friends who play tennis have told me that the body butter did help relieve muscle/joint pain. I was happy.

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By: tricia https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-55856 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:06:25 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-55856 In reply to mac.

how do i try this RA herbal remedy?

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By: Helen https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-55494 Fri, 25 Mar 2022 21:50:08 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-55494 I have used these oils on my knees, & they do provide relief. In fact, they have worked better than most anything else I’ve tried.

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By: Mary https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-55456 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 21:42:58 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-55456 In reply to Rachel.

This recipe is the best one I’ve made to date..
I do add Shea butter and aloe Vera gel,and it spreads so nice.
Highly recommend it.
Thanks Dr. Axe

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By: Kathryn Keyvani https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-54923 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 11:10:58 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-54923 In reply to Ethan Boldt.

That was a great listen, thanks, Ethan. Who’d’ve figured how simple living well and getting well, if that’s what you need, could be? I’ve been well, and want to stay that way. That’s why I’m here so much. Living well is the best revenge, as the song lyrics go. ;-)

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By: Kathryn Keyvani https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-54922 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 10:41:18 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-54922 The regenerative and powerful properties of essential oils has transformed my life many times over. Even if you slack off, something draws you back. Be it the scent or a reminder of a benefit. I’ll never be without so many. And to think so many natural solutions to life’s annoyances and hardships had natural solutions if we only took the time to investigate. Dr. Axe is a gem. Not a rough-cut gem, a finely polished one with a love of life, human-kind, in his scopes. I adore him. ~Kathryn, Del Rey, Alexandria, VA

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By: Rachel https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-54900 Tue, 14 Dec 2021 16:17:08 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-54900 Are there any side effects to using this DIY arthritis ointment?

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By: Ethan Boldt https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-54014 Fri, 21 May 2021 13:55:10 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-54014 In reply to Angela lea.

Hi Angela … find some great info here: https://draxe.com/nutrition/anti-inflammatory-foods/

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By: Angela lea https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-54008 Wed, 19 May 2021 22:39:42 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-54008 Would love all essential oil information and other important health info. Thank you. Also any inflammation advise.

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By: Isla https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-53935 Mon, 03 May 2021 00:44:32 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-53935 Would this ointment be good for neuropathy pain in the feet?

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By: Rhonda Wilkinson https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-53521 Thu, 21 Jan 2021 03:34:44 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-53521 Fantastic love your recipes Dr apps and keen to make the arthritis ointment and a pain muscle relief recipe.
Thank you so much I feel blessed for having your knowledge for this recipes, love and wisdom Rhonda

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By: adeeb k alsugair https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-53511 Sat, 16 Jan 2021 21:43:40 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-53511 Many thanks for your help and advice about what you doing

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By: Debra Grosvenor https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-50935 Fri, 24 May 2019 13:45:52 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-50935 Dr. Axe has the best essential oils for sale. I have also used Plant Therapy brand sold on Amazon, which also has organic oils at a good price.

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By: Jennie Smitty https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-50728 Wed, 01 May 2019 21:56:42 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-50728 Can I make a salve or a lotion with this

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By: Anne https://draxe.com/beauty/diy-arthritis-ointment/#comment-50590 Sat, 13 Apr 2019 14:25:11 +0000 https://draxe.com/?post_type=natural-remedy&p=50997#comment-50590 I have been taking oil of oregano (10 drops in capsule) for a week to try to clear up infection in body, but I continue to have diarrhea, no matter what I eat. Usually, over the years, when I took 10 drops , 3 times in a 24 hour period of time, fever would break and I would be ok. This time I keep getting diarrhea and actually blowing it out sometimes. I was following what Drs said to do with a 500 pill that I didn’t fill as I am sooo sensitive to Meds. What can I do?

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