What are some alternative or complimentary remedies for leg pain?

 

Heat

Application of heat to the painful area of your thigh may help decrease pain. Heat can also increase circulation to the painful area, bringing in nutrients to help with healing. Heat can be applied for 10 to 15 minutes at a time. Care should be taken to monitor your skin to avoid burns.

Ice

Ice may help to decrease painful inflammation in your thigh's muscles and tendons. Ice should be applied for 10 to 20 minutes several times a day, and care should be taken to avoid frost burns to your skin.

Physical Therapy/Chiropractic Care

If your pain is caused by a pinched spinal nerve, you may benefit from working with a physical therapist or chiropractor. These health-care professionals can teach you what to do to get pressure off the pinched nerve and restore normal mobility.

Acupuncture/Massage Therapy

Some people benefit from acupuncture to help treat their thigh pain.7 Acupuncture needles placed in specific meridians of the body may be applied by a licensed professional. Massage therapy can also help to improve circulation and relieve muscle knots and tension, leading to decreased thigh pain.

Creams/Salves

Various home remedies for thigh pain that is muscular in origin are available. These may include creams or salves like Biofreeze or BenGay. Some people use arnica gel to treat their thigh pain. While these may offer temporary relief of symptoms, they typically are not used to treat the underlying cause of your thigh pain.

Whatever treatment you choose for your thigh pain, it is best to see a medical professional first. That way, you can be sure your care is tailored to your specific condition and needs.