DIY Medicinal Gloves for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Those with rheumatoid arthritis know that it can make even the simplest tasks feel mountainous. Conventional treatments prescribe a number of medications that come with a host of side effects, but nature has remedies well worth trying. One of the top remedies is DIY Medicinal Gloves for Rheumatoid Arthritis. This simple remedy transforms basic cotton gloves into a healing tool that will ease inflammation while soothing sore joints.
And, the best part is that it’s as easy as steeping a few carefully selected herbs. This sustainable remedy works just as well as hand masks for arthritis, without toxic chemicals or waste. In this post, you’ll learn how to make this remedy and discover the magic behind the included herbs. If you struggle with rheumatoid arthritis or have joint inflammation in the winter, your body will love this recipe. Keep reading to learn how to make it part of your daily routine!
The Best Herbs to Relieve Joint Pain
There are countless herbs that help relieve joint pain and inflammation that comes with rheumatoid arthritis. While they’re amazing on their own, they are even better together. Our DIY Medicinal Gloves recipe combines the power of rosemary, ginger, chamomile, and comfrey, but you can substitute any of the following herbs for a custom remedy.
One of the best things about herbal remedies is that you can make them your own and use what you have on hand. Here are a few herbs to consider.
Comfrey: Also known as “knit-bone,” comfrey is hailed for its ability to heal bones from the inside out. It contains allantoin, which promotes new cell growth. Because it repairs joint tissue, it’s ideal for reducing inflammation and aches.
Rosemary: This common herb is one of the best for boosting circulation. It’s anti-inflammatory and full of antioxidants that reduce oxidative damage. Plus, its scent calms the body, allowing the healing process to run deep.
Ginger: A readily available herb that boosts circulation and warms the body, providing your joints with much-needed relief. It’s particularly useful for flare-ups that happen due to cold climates.
Chamomile: This gentle herb is great for relieving muscle spasms and soothing irritated tissue. It shines when steeped, as the flavonoids release, giving you liquid gold. It doubles as a pain-reliever and calms the nervous system, which is ideal for arthritis patients whose mental health is affected by their ailment.
Lavender works beautifully alongside chamomile—while chamomile soothes the physical inflammation, lavender tackles the anxiety and sleep disruption that often comes with chronic pain. Together, they create a powerful duo that addresses both the physical and mental toll of arthritis.
Here’s what most people don’t realize: when you buy these herbs from the store, you’re getting plants that have been doused in pesticides and harvested at the wrong time, stripping away most of their medicinal potency. You’re paying premium prices for basically garden-variety weeds.
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Boswellia: Also known as Indian Frankincense, Boswellia is a popular ingredient in many supplements. Its key ingredient is boswellic acid, which is one of the only natural compounds explicitly referred to as anti-arthritic in studies.
Devil’s Claw: This elusive herb is native to South Africa and is harder to get your hands on. It contains bitter flavonoids that can reduce pain and boost joint function. Research is very limited, but it’s worth a try.
Nettle Leaf: Another easy-to-find herb, you’ll likely see this one somewhere in your yard. Nettle is nourishing and full of great compounds that will act as an anti-inflammatory. In the past, nettle leaves were used to sting the skin, increasing circulation. Today, you’re likelier to see them steeped in a tea or infused into a salve.
But here’s the thing about harvesting nettles yourself: First, you need to know the difference between stinging nettle and dead nettle (which looks similar but has zero medicinal value). Then there’s the actual harvesting—even with thick gloves, those little devils will find a way to sting you. And I’m talking about a burning, itching nightmare that lasts for hours.
Making your own nettle tincture? Forget about it. The processing is brutal—your hands will look like you wrestled with a porcupine, and half the time you’ll end up with a weak extract because you rushed through it just to escape the stinging.
That’s exactly why I was thrilled to discover that Nicole makes her own Stinging Nettle Tincture. This woman knows how to handle these plants properly, and her double-extraction method pulls out compounds that most people miss entirely.
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Sometimes it’s worth paying someone who actually knows what they’re doing, especially when it involves plants that literally fight back.
Peppermint: As any gardener knows, mint will take over your bed! Thankfully, peppermint has plenty of uses, including for joint pain relief. The menthol in mint is naturally cooling to the skin, acting like a nontoxic Icy-Hot pack. You can get the same benefits from peppermint essential oil.
Willow Bark: This powerful herb is hailed as nature’s aspirin and is usually steeped into a tea. Many say it works just as well as aspirin, which makes sense because it contains salicin, a primary compound in aspirin. Using it topically is a great way to experience its benefits, even if you’re sensitive to ingesting herbs.
Think about it: millions of Americans pop aspirin daily, dealing with stomach bleeding, liver damage, and other nasty side effects from the synthetic version. Meanwhile, willow bark gives you the same pain-relieving benefits naturally, without destroying your gut lining.
And that’s just one example. The same pattern exists everywhere—Big Pharma takes nature’s compounds, synthesizes them in labs, adds harmful fillers, and charges you 10x the price for an inferior product that comes with a laundry list of side effects.
Natural doxycycline alternatives? They exist. Herbal amoxicillin substitutes? Absolutely. Pain relievers that don’t wreck your liver? All over the place in nature.
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How to Make DIY Medicinal Gloves for Rheumatoid Arthritis
The best thing about this remedy is how simple it is. You don’t have to spend time infusing a balm or blow your budget on fancy ingredients. This remedy is easy to make yet powerful. If you can steep a pot of tea, you can make DIY Medicinal Gloves!
By combining circulatory-boosting herbs like rosemary with calming elements like lavender, you’re getting the best of both worlds.
This is a minimalistic therapy that you can come back to time and time again. These gloves aren’t just for reducing pain; they can also be part of a calming ritual. Pair your remedy with low lighting (or red light therapy for an extra boost!), and your favorite music for a remedy that calms your joints and soul.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon dried comfrey leaf
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried ginger
- 1 tablespoon dried chamomile or lavender
- 3 cups boiling water
- 1 teaspoon castor oil (optional, but good!)
Step One: Place the comfrey, rosemary, ginger, chamomile or lavender, boiling water, and castor oil (if using) in a large bowl.
Step Two: Steep the herbs for at least 10 minutes, then strain the herbs. At this point, your water will be warm but comfortable.
Step Three: Place your cotton gloves in the bowl and let them soak until saturated. Wring out the gloves slightly, then wear for 20-30 minutes. Remove and rinse hands.
How to Use This Remedy
For deeper relief, you can cover your hands with a towel to trap the heat further. This remedy is ideal for those with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, or general stiffness. You can take the same approach with socks, which is extremely helpful for those with plantar fasciitis, or during cold months.
This is a great remedy for people of all ages, though you may want to be mindful that little ones don’t try to eat the herb mixture. For chronic pain, you can use this remedy 2-3 times a week. During flare-ups, extend your treatments to once a day.
You can reuse your herbal mixture once you store it in the fridge and gently reheat it before using it. For the best potency, make a fresh batch each time. To prevent bacteria buildup, wash your gloves after each use.
But let’s be honest—who has time for all that steeping and soaking?
If you want the power of these joint-healing herbs without the 30-minute ritual, Nicole’s Joint & Movement Salve delivers everything in one potent tin.
This isn’t your typical store-bought cream. It’s packed with organic calendula for deep tissue repair, arnica for inflammation, St. John’s Wort for nerve pain, and cayenne to boost circulation instantly. The organic olive oil base carries these compounds deep into your joints where the real healing happens.
Here’s what makes this different: Most joint creams just mask pain temporarily. This salve actually addresses the root cause—poor circulation, inflammation, and tissue damage. The combination of anti-inflammatory herbs with circulation boosters means you’re not just getting relief, you’re getting actual healing.
People call it a “miracle worker” because they feel the difference from the very first application. The warming sensation kicks in immediately, followed by genuine pain relief that lasts for hours.
If you suffer from arthritis, joint stiffness, or chronic pain, this salve isn’t optional—it’s essential. Keep one in your medicine cabinet, one in your car, and one at work. When pain strikes, you’ll have instant relief that actually works.
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