Mustard compresses for acute joint pain To make this home remedy for joint pain, you need four tablespoons of mustard flour, which you mix with some water to make a paste. Spread this on a cloth and place it on the painful joint. First leave the mustard compress on the spot for three minutes, next time increase the time by one minute until you reach ten minutes. However, you should not use mustard compresses for more than five consecutive days. If your joint continues to hurt, you should urgently consult a doctor for muscle pain relief consultation.