Magnesium Cream for Aches & Pains: FAQs

Adapted from the Calmful Living online magazine, with permission from Natural Vitality, the US makers of Natural Calm magnesium. Summertime means active time. It can also mean exercise overtime. Sun and warm air often lure us to hike, swim, bike or walk a bit further than our bodies are prepared for. As a result, aches, pains and stiffness can ensue. This is where magnesium can help. If you’re familiar with using Epsom salts for aches and pains, you already understand how topical magnesium can help. Research shows, however, that Epsom salts are not as well absorbed as transdermal magnesium chloride. Our NEW MagTherapy Balm is a topical transdermal cream containing magnesium chloride, natural coconut oil, raw shea butter and beeswax. Rich, emollient and high in muscle-relaxing magnesium, “Calm Balm” can ease discomfort associated with muscle overuse. Simply apply MagTherapy Magnesium Chloride Balm to any area that’s tense, stiff, inflamed or in pain. The magnesium chloride and moisturizing ingredients also soothe, protect and hydrate skin – with remarkable staying power! Consider keeping a jar in your car or gym bag. Athletes can use it after a workout. Anyone with leg cramps or restless legs can rub MagTherapy Balm into the legs and feet at night. Just allow it to absorb before hopping in bed or put on socks and pant-length pajamas to protect your sheets from the oils! And for kids, MagTherapy Balm is a great solution for working out those growing pains and easing overused muscles. Try it and let us know what you think!

Magnesium Cream for Pain FAQs

Is magnesium cream good for pain relief?

The answer is yes. We have seen for some time now that magnesium creams are effective in the treatment of arthritis. Magnesium cream is not used to cure this chronic disease, just to relieve the pain and swelling in the joints and bones.

Magnesium creams are very effective in bedtime treatment: magnesium promotes a better sleep and faster recovery. Even athletes will find that magnesium is good for muscle aches and pains, cramps etc. Magnesium reduces inflammation by reducing blood calcium levels, so it can also be used for relief of bruises after injuries such as falls or blows.

Does magnesium cream really work?

Yes. The cream has a very good moisturizing effect and it is particularly effective for dry skin due to venous insufficiency, which appears after circulatory problems in the legs. Magnesium cream, applied at night can reduce oedema or swelling of the ankles or feet that occurs during the day.

The strong soothing action of magnesium on injured/irritated skin means it can be used as protection against sunburn. It will also help with diaper rash and other irritations caused by excessive moisture between the skin layers, above all on areas where there are ulcers due to varicose veins.

What is magnesium cream good for?

Magnesium cream is good for arthrosis, rheumatism, spasms in the muscles and varicosities. It can be used by pregnant women (right up to the birth) because it has a very positive effect on skin elasticity in pregnancy without any side effects; it’s also good for stretch marks. It will help prevent water retention during pregnancy.

How does magnesium cream work?

The mechanism of action of magnesium lotion or gel is based on its moisturizing properties that immediately relieve all kinds of itching and irritation caused by dryness and/or dermatological problems such as psoriasis, eczema etc., but also by insect bites, sunburns etc. The capillary protective function of..

Can magnesium cream help with leg cramps?

Yes. Magnesium plays a role in the prevention of cramps, as it is involved in the proper functioning of neuromuscular transmission. Cramps can be significantly reduced by applying magnesium gel or cream on the affected areas before going to bed as well as taking 200-400 mg of slow release magnesium orally during day time. In case you experience constant, recurrent leg cramps, you should check for more serious underlying causes such as a magnesium deficiency.