Fingers are one of the most important parts of our body, and we can barely imagine a day without our fingers in a functional condition. Swollen finger pain can be a reason for us to be unable to use our fingers effectively or at all. Fingers can swell due to various reasons like, heat, injuries, cold, excess salt, arthritis and many other reasons. Getting rid of the finger pain at a fast pace is what we need, whenever we have swollen finger pain and here are some home remedies for the same.

Contrast hydration

Contrast hydration refers to soaking of fingers in warm as well as cold water. The procedure involves soaking your fingers in hot and cold water to help free the arteries from blockages or any other issues. The procedure demands you to soak you swollen fingers in warm water for 3-4 minutes and the immediately soak them in cold water for about a minute. Continue this for about 15-20 minutes and repeat this activity 3-4 times a day for relief.

Warm oil massage

A warm oil massage can be soothing for swollen finger pain. Warm up some mustard or olive oil and take it out in a bowl. Use your thumb and forefingers of one hand to massage the oil onto the other hand. Massage in the outward direction, from the knuckles to the nails, to get effective relief. Massage helps blood circulation and encourages drainage of excess fluid, thereby helping swollen finger pain.

Gentle exercise

Stiffness and stress as well as an improper blood flow can be the reason for swelling on your fingers. To improve this, you practice some simple exercises to improve the blood flow and provide some relief to your fingers. Get rid of any rinks or jewelry that you wear on your fingers, now close them in a fist and hold for a minute. Slowly release your fingers, do this whenever you get a chance to do it to have best effects.

Turmeric

Turmeric is known to heal cuts, but it can work on swellings as well. This is with regards to its active ingredient cur-cumin that offers anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is said to help with arthritis, injuries and other many conditions causing swollen finger pain. Mix about ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder with olive oil and apply it on your swollen fingers, wash it with lukewarm water and repeat this about 2-3 times a day.