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Remedies for bone spurs
(23 May 2010)

Also known as Osteophytes, bone spurs are essentially boney projections that form along side the joints, most commonly in cases like arthritis. The actual spur is not very painful, but they tend to rub against the nerves and bones in the region – causing immense pain and restricting movement substantially. Some of the more common places for the development of bone spurs include the spine, shoulders, hips, hands, knees and feet.

The development of a bone spur is the result of the body attempting to repair itself by building an extra bone. This generally occurs as a result of the pressure, rubbing and stress that the area may have experienced over a significant period of time. As a consequence of aging, the cartilage that normally covers the bones located around the joints wears away and leads to the development of bone spurs. Probably the biggest problem with bone spurs is the fact that their development is rather slow and will, very often, go unnoticed until it is fully developed. Once developed completely, it tends to cause substantial pain and restriction to movement. Some individuals, especially sports persons, are more prone to the development of bone spurs than others. Besides, some of the activities that significantly enhance the possibility of suffering from bone spurs include weightlifting, jogging and dancing. Being obese or overweight is another factor that plays a huge role in the development of bone spurs.

Because of the fact that bone spurs are structural deformities in the bone, any home or herbal remedies will only serve limited treatment to the condition. One of the most effective home remedies is to apply a small ice pack on the area affected by the bone spur around 4 to 5 times over the course of the day. You could also try the application of a heating pad in order to reduce the amount of pain experienced. Another very effective option would be to take about 500 milligrams of turmeric powder on an empty stomach about 3 to 4 times a day over the course of about 6 weeks. Linseed oil is considered to be another very effective treatment option for the condition. Simply soak a piece of cloth in some heated up linseed oil and apply it over the affected region before covering it with either another piece of cloth or a plastic bag. The application of a hot pad will help significantly in speeding up the healing process.

answered by G R on 23 May 2010, 10:23:53

Bone Spurs Natural Remedies

Remedies for bone spurs (23 May 2010)

Remedies for bone spurs
(23 May 2010)