OVUM : Journal Of Midwifery and Health Sciences
Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): OVUM : Journal of Midwifery and Health Sciences

Implementation of Warm Moringa Leaf Compress Therapy to Reduce Pain in Clients with Gout Arthritis

Maria Diana Tia (Nusa Nipa University)
Pasionista Vianitati (Nusa Nipa University)
Adriana Fonseca da Silva (Universidade Dili, Timor Leste)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Apr 2026

Abstract

Gout arthritis, or uric acid, is a disease that affects the joint system, caused by factors such as age, gender, medical history, and obesity. A warm compress using moringa leaves, which contain low molecular weight flavonoids, allows the compounds to easily dissolve in water and be absorbed by the skin's pores. This can lead to vasodilation (expansion of blood vessels), which improves blood flow to the painful areas of the body. The aim of this study was to reduce pain experienced after health education and demonstration. Method the research used a case study method with two respondents in the Kota Uneng Subdistrict. The results from the case study showed that the application of warm moringa leaf compresses for 4 days successfully reduced pain in both patients with gout arthritis. Both clients were able to control their pain and independently perform the moringa leaf warm compress therapy. Therefore, the warm compress therapy with moringa leaves has been proven effective in reducing pain in gout arthritis patients.

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ovum

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Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

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OVUM : Journal of Midwifery and Health Sciences merupakan jurnal yang berfokus pada Ilmu Kebidanan dan Kesehatan. Ruang lingkup Ilmu Kebidanan meliputi isu-isu yang berkaitan dengan praktik dan layanan asuhan dalam siklus hidup perempuan, kesehatan bayi dan anak, keluarga berencana, gender dan ...