The pain of neuritis can be eased by repeatedly applying hot water compresses. Still better results are obtained by using herbal poultices, well heated before application. For an even more intense effect, put the herbs in a linen or cotton bag, immerse this in hot water, wring it out and apply it to the affected area.

Another alternative is to pour slightly warmed St John’s wort oil onto a piece of woollen cloth and apply this. If you mix potter’s clay with St John’s wort oil, again, slightly warmed, and apply the resulting paste, not forgetting to place a hot water bottle on top to retain the heat, the effect will be intensified.

A very simple, old-fashioned method, though perhaps rather unpleasant, has also proved beneficial. Soak a piece of cloth or cotton wool in hot paraffin, place this on the inflamed area and cover with more cotton wool or a woollen cloth. This treatment is useful for pain in the back, arms and legs. There is nothing cheaper or simpler, even though it may be rather smelly. Take care to remove the compress as soon as the skin begins to turn red and feel warm, because paraffin can burn and blister the skin. Anyone living in a rural area where paraffin lamps are still used can easily take advantage of this method of treating neuritis.

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