I was using the essential oil , mixed with extra virgin cold pressed coconut oil. I didn know much about how to use it so i combined the two in my hand and massaged it i to my hip and butt where i felt the pain. It releved the pain in about 5 min. I massaged the area the entire time. I also used it on my knees. Im going to use the balm refured to in the post. GOOD LUCK