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Are There Any Natural Remedies To Calm The Swelling In 5th Metatarsal Joint?

My fifth metatarsal joint has been inflamed for 5 mos. the foot doctor put me in orthodics, but I still have severe pain & inflammation. She has me in a cam boot now, adjusted my orthodic, and wants me to buy bigger shoes. If that doesn't work she wants to shave the bone, which means I'll be off my feet for a week and I have two young children and no help. Im afraid even the surgery won't help. Are there any natural remedies to calm the swelling? Any essential oils?
Thu, 15 Dec 2016
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Hello
I understand you have having trouble with swelling and pain in the 5th metatarsal joint. You do not mention a specific diagnosis, which could indicate various conditions. Do you have swelling or pain in any other joints (could indicate lupus, gout or various types of arthritis or even an infection)?
For arthritis you can take glucosamine-chondroitin which is available in both pill and liquid forms. You can also apply topically capsaicin cream or mint essential oil which will help to decrease the pain. This type of pain is typically treated with pain medications in the category of NSAID's (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
I hope this information is helpful.
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Are There Any Natural Remedies To Calm The Swelling In 5th Metatarsal Joint?

Hello I understand you have having trouble with swelling and pain in the 5th metatarsal joint. You do not mention a specific diagnosis, which could indicate various conditions. Do you have swelling or pain in any other joints (could indicate lupus, gout or various types of arthritis or even an infection)? For arthritis you can take glucosamine-chondroitin which is available in both pill and liquid forms. You can also apply topically capsaicin cream or mint essential oil which will help to decrease the pain. This type of pain is typically treated with pain medications in the category of NSAID s (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). I hope this information is helpful.