The most natural cure for the painful problem of gout is rest. The more you rest, the better you fight the problem. However, since it can last for days, it would do you well to adopt home remedies that can help you control the pain and get rid of gout permanently. You can apply ice for immediate relief from the pain. Once you have got the pain under control, massage the joint with warm mustard oil. This is a very effective way of dispersing the pain as well as bringing down the swelling. You can apply mashed boiled potatoes to the area for relief. You can also apply the juice of one whole grated raw potato.
Charcoal is considered to be especially helpful in the care and treatment of gout. Buy activated charcoal and make a powder out of it. Mix this with equal amounts of whole wheat flour and hot water and apply this pack to the joint. Wrap and leave it on till it dries. This will help you considerably, as charcoal has the ability to draw out excess uric acid from the body, which is the main cause of gout. It is never advisable to take general pain killers for gout. They suppress the pain and make you careless, and then the pain returns manifold later.
answered by G R