Foot paraffin can help relieve arthritic feet.
Paraffin is a wax-like hydrocarbon that is used in a variety of applications, including making candles, as a sealant for bottles, as a coating for candy, and even for making rocket fuel. The benefits of paraffin for the feet are mainly to heal calluses and blisters, in addition to opening the pores and deeply moisturizing the skin. The heated wax can also relieve joint pain and promote blood circulation in the feet. The treatment can also help people with arthritis.
Paraffin can help treat foot blisters.
To experience the benefits of paraffin on your feet, the wax is first melted and then placed in a plastic bag. The foot is then placed inside the bag with the open end fastened firmly around the ankle, and the paraffin solution is then quickly rubbed over the foot and ankle. Take care not to let any part of the foot remain in the solution for too long. Once the foot has been completely covered with the melted paraffin, the plastic bag is removed and the wax can cool and harden. The foot is usually wrapped in a towel at this point so the wax doesn’t harden too quickly and also to retain heat.
The wrong shoes can cause blisters on the feet.
The retained heat serves to relieve any pain or discomfort that may be present in the foot. The treatment is gentle enough to be applied daily for chronic pain sufferers, but for those simply seeking smoother skin, applications once or twice a week should suffice. Paraffin wax is non-toxic if applied topically and generally does not leave a trace of odor after treatment. Sometimes essential oils can be added to the wax to get the scent you want. When visiting a spa for a treatment, it is recommended to check that the wax is fresh, as bacteria can still grow in the solution.
Fibromyalgia symptoms can include pain over a wide area of the musculoskeletal system.
Some of the other benefits of paraffin for feet may include reducing the effects of muscle spasms and tendinitis, which occurs when there is inflammation of the tendon. Paraffin treatment can include other areas of the body, and fibromyalgia is another condition that can help. Fibromyalgia symptoms can include pain over a wide area of the musculoskeletal system. Doctors aren’t sure what causes this condition, but some believe it could be related to chemical imbalances and possibly stress or a previous illness. Paraffin for foot treatments may be a way to start alleviating some of the potentially debilitating effects of some of these conditions.