[WanePoetic]

One of the uses of epsom salts listed is "for relief of minor sprains." What are sprains if not swollen joints? I have discovered that bathing with epsom salts helps a lot, when the joint pain is moderate. (Not much helps when it's miserable.)

Also... They make epsom salts infused with lavender, and I've been combining these with a bit of menthol/eucalyptus vapor bath intended for babies with colds... And it makes a fabulous bed time bath.

 

[Kyphi]

Hi Wane - I got some after we'd chatted. My hubby got a big bag full in Wallgreens . I found it helpful too, so thanks again for the tip. Just a note of caution, highly sented eucalyptus type oils and menthol can be stimulating to the brain and can cause some people to stay awake However eucalyptus is a very good oil for muscular aches and pains (as well as an excellent inhalent for the upper respiratory tract) :hehe: So Im not surprised it helped - sorry to prattle on but also dont use too much, it can be sensitising and cause some itching and menthol may burn.

How much epsom salts per bath do you use? If I were to take notice of the instructions I'd be pouring kilos in the bath and wading through :rotfl:

Happy bath days and thanks again

K

 

[Paulin46]

I usually throw a handful in the bath tub. I think I read it on the bag once. Seemed good to me.

 

[Kyphi]

Thanks Pauline - Ive been putting too much in I think :rotfl:

Kx

 

[Paulin46]

Or was it two handfuls???? :lol: