Zingiber officinale (compress)
Hot ginger compress applied topically — increases blood flow to the area. Traditional macrobiotic/Japanese remedy for joint pain, congestion, and menstrual cramps.
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Warming/redness of skin (intended). Skin irritation if too strong.
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