Ginger Poultice

Ginger poultice

Ginger is anti-inflammatory and can be used externally to reduce inflammation in joints. Ginger relaxes cramped muscles and draws inflammation out of the skin.

What you will need:

• Ginger

• Grater

• Plastic wrap

• Cloth

Method

• Grate the ginger finely

• Spread out the ginger on cloth or paper towel then cover with another layer of cloth or paper towel

• Place the ginger poultice on the joint and cover with plastic wrap

• Apply the poultice in the evening to determine if the person can bare the heat and sleep with it

• Use it for at least 30 minutes

• If skin gets inflamed it may be because you are using it too often