Another very useful treatment is the hot foot bath. This is helpful in relieving congestion in the nose and sinuses, and for those who suffer from cold feet. It is also valuable in relieving nervous system.

The foot tub should be half filled with warm water, several degrees above ordinary body heat. Test the temperature with your hand. If too cool, add more warm water, but always be careful not to burn the skin. Keep the patient warm during this is an excellent means of relieving a head cold or a tension headache. The hot foot bath is also an excellent way of relieving pelvic cramps, and is certainly preferable to using pain-killing drugs.