Clove isn't just for pumpkin pie (although it's very tasty !).   Clove bud can be a very useful oil.  According to Susan Worwoods's book, Essential Aromatherapy a Pocket Guide to Essential Oils and Aromatherpy (sold on this website) it is historically known to help with warts, toothache, muscle pain, rheumatism, colds, flu, chest infections, and a variety of other ailments.  It is said to have the qualities of an antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-parasitic, among other qualities.  It can be found alone or in many formulations currently on the market.   Here at SuperStuff we have used it in a formulation for stiff sore hands due to arthritis.  

This information is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice.  If you have any medical concerns please consult your doctor.