The present invention relates to a composition for improving the health status of various joints in the human body. The composition includes at least one plant extract as fatty base with active role, at least one extract from plants with anti-microbial properties, at least one extract from plants with analgesic and/or anti-inflammatory properties, and at least one extract from plants with anti-rheumatic and regenerative properties, to which dimethylsulfoxide, allantoin and/or potassium alum may be added. The composition may be used to treat osteoarthritis, rheumatic joint disease, joint swelling, pain, hallux valgus, traumatic conditions of the joints including sprains, strains, post-surgical recovery, bone edema, and speed up the recovery of athletes post-injury.