Effective Paraffin Therapy for Hand Joint Pain: A Home Care Guide

If your fingers feel numb, sore, or stiff, and this keeps recurring, it may be more than just fatigue — it could be a sign of chronic joint issues. Especially during colder, drier seasons, hand joint pain can worsen. In such cases, paraffin therapy , commonly used in physical therapy clinics, can also be applied at home to help relieve the pain. Paraffin therapy uses warm thermal stimulation to improve blood circulation and soften the tissues around the joints, providing non-invasive relief. In this article, we’ll walk you through how paraffin therapy works, how to do it safely at home, and what to be cautious about.       What is Paraffin Therapy? Paraffin therapy involves dipping your hand or foot into paraffin wax heated to around 50°C (122°F) multiple times. The wax transfers heat gradually into the skin, relaxing muscles, tendons, and joints. It also provides excellent moisturizing benefits, making it useful for dry skin. Why It Helps with Hand ...