I am looking for alternative treatments for Reumatoid Arthritis?
I was diagnosed with RA 6yrs ago, I am currently taking Methotrexate and Humira. They are maintaining a low level of comfort, but it’s better than nothing, I am just curious what some other people are trying. Is anyone using a herbal remedy that is working, a certain diet that is helping them. My current treatments work, but it would’nt hurt to have some more options.
I just had a customer who was told that they have reumatoid arthritis and was asked if they are in much pain, as they were expected to have some. They customer has been taking a few all-natural products from Shaklee. The Pain Relief Complex and Joint health complex that she was taking has proven themselves as she is not having any pain from the arthritis as the dr. was telling her that she should.
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Pam
There are a lot of natural compounds that help with the pain of Arthritis! Check out the site below for a list of these naturals!
http://www.holisticonline.com/Remedies/Arthritis/arth_RA_homeopathy.htm
I recommend reflexology and massage
Also, not being so stressed out. My arthritis flares up when I’m stresses out.
I have a very healthy diet. I also have tons of auto immune disorder – alopecia, rhumitoid arthristis, Hashimoto’s disease.
Everything is okay when I am not hyper or stressed.
I remember reading somewhere that “Pineapple” helps reduce inflammation, and therefore helps treat Arthritis.
There are a LOT of ingredients that help with joint health. A few of the most popular that our customers order are Hyaluronic Acid, Microlactin, Tart Cherry Extract, Sam-E, Litozin (Danish Rose Hips), Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM, Boswellia, and some of the Essential Fatty Acids (especially Omega 6 fatty acids).
Unfortunately, different people respond differently to different supplements, so it’s impossible to say which will work best for you unless you talk to a doctor that knows about supplements. The order that I listed the ingredients above it typically the order that people buy the products in (popularity) and the speed that they typically get into the system.
There are also some enzymes and other things that may indirectly help with joints (like Bromelain from Pineapples for inflamation, or antioxidants like Turmeric)… but the items I listed are primarily for joint nutrition directly.
I’m 35, female, have had AS and RA since about 10 yrs. old. I have been on methotrexate, and lots of other things through the years that I can’t even remember. I am doing really super, right now, and am on NOTHING prescription. 2 years ago I had a total hip joint replacement and have occassional achiness, nothing to comoplain about. I started out seeing a naturopathic dr. years ago and she got me on track with supplements. Now I see an accupuncturist and have an occassional massage. However, the best thing by far that I have done is yoga. I love it. It makes me feel strong and limber and gives me energy. I feel better now than I did as a child. I’ve been doing it for 4 years, both at class and on my own. I attend a class that is for Level 1, beginning, and have a really good insntructor that takes her time in teaching you modifications for if you have neck, back, knee problems. It can be done in a very gentle way and is very adaptable for if you have a disability. I would recommend starting out with a class if you are interested. On your own would be hard, to start with. I do supplements, most all are ones commonly known to help with arthritis. Glucosamine, condroitin, fish oil, cal, mag, potass,vit. e, b complex.. Also, I try to steer clear of sugar. That’s a big help for me, but we are all different. Most of all, I just live by the motto: move it or lose it. Also a note on methotrexate. My aunt who is 68 has been on it for almost 20 years. She has severe lung problems associated with it. Reoccurring pnemonia, bronchitis, cough that never goes away. Over all it has probably not helped prevent any of her disfigurement. Her hands and feet are horribly crippled. It has helped with the pain, of course, but she wishes that she had been doing more of what I am doing when she was younger. She feels it is too late now.
Homeopathic Remedies
Homeopathic remedies are useful in relieving the pain and stiffness associated with rheumatoid arthritis. A constitutional remedy is often the best approach for dealing with chronic conditions.
Arnica: Useful for chronic arthritis with a feeling of bruising and soreness. The painful parts feel worse from being moved or touched.
Aurum metallicum: This remedy is often prescribed for wandering pains in the muscles and joints that are better from motion and warmth, and worse at night. The person may experience deep pain in the limbs when trying to sleep. Also may feel discomfort that may wake the person up. People who need this remedy are often serious and focused on work or career, with a tendency to feel depressed.
Bryonia: Helpful for stiffness and inflammation with tearing or throbbing pain, made worse by motion. The condition may have developed gradually, and is worse in cold dry weather. Discomfort is aggravated by being touched or bumped, or from any movement. Relief can be had from pressure and from rest. The person may want to stay completely still and not be interfered with.
Calcarea carbonica: Helpful for deeply aching arthritis involving node formation around the joints. Inflammation and soreness are worse from cold and dampness, and problems may be focused on the knees and hands. Common symptoms are: weakness in the muscles, easy fatigue from exertion, and a feeling of chilliness or sluggishness. The person who benefits from Calcarea is often solid and responsible, but tends to become extremely anxious and overwhelmed when ill or overworked.
Causticum: Useful when deformities develop in the joints, in a person with a tendency toward tendon problems, muscle weakness, and contractures. The hands and fingers may be most affected, although other joints can also be involved. Stiffness and pain are worse from being cold, and relief may come with warmth. The person often feels best in rainy weather and worse when the days are clear and dry.
Calcarea fluorica: Helpful when arthritic pains improve with heat and motion. Joints become enlarged and hard, and nodes or deformities develop. Arthritis after chronic injury to joints also responds to Calcarea fluorica.
Dulcamara: Indicated if arthritis flares up during cold damp weather. The person gets chilled and wet. They are often stout, with a tendency toward back pain, chronic stiffness in the muscles, and allergies.
Kali bichromicum: This is useful when arthritic pains alternate with asthma or stomach symptoms. Pains may suddenly come and go, or shift around. Discomfort and inflammation are aggravated by heat, and worse when the weather is warm.
Kali carbonicum: Arthritis with great stiffness and stitching pains, worse in the early morning hours and worse from cold and dampness, may respond to Kali carbonicum. The joints may be becoming thickened or deformed. People who can benefit from this remedy often have a rigid moral code, and tend to feel anxiety in the stomach.
Kalmia latiflora: Useful for intense arthritic pain that flares up suddenly. The problems start in higher joints and extend to lower ones. Pain and inflammation may begin in the elbows, spreading downward to the wrists and hands. Discomfort is worse from motion and often worse at night.
Ledum palustre: Arthritis that starts in lower joints and extends to higher ones are candidate for this remedy. Pain and inflammation often begin in the toes and spread upward to the ankles and knees. The joints may also make cracking sounds. Ledum is strongly indicated when swelling is significant and relieved by cold applications.
Pulsatilla: Applicable when rheumatoid arthritis pain is changeable in quality, or when the flare-ups move from place to place. The symptoms (and the person) feel worse from warmth, and better from fresh air and cold applications. Can benefit people who are emotional and affectionate, sometimes having teary moods.
Rhododendron: Strongly indicated if swelling and soreness flare up before a storm, continuing until the weather clears. Cold and dampness aggravate the symptoms. Discomfort is often worse toward early morning, or after staying still too long.
Rhus toxicodendron: Useful for rheumatoid arthritis, with pain and stiffness that is worse in the morning and worse on first motion, but better from continued movement. Hot baths or showers, and warm applications improve the stiffness and relieve the pain. The condition is worse in cold, wet weather. The person may feel extremely restless, unable to find a comfortable position, and need to keep moving constantly. Continued motion also helps to relieve anxiety.
Ruta graveolens: Arthritis with a feeling of great stiffness and lameness, worse from cold and damp and worse from exertion, may be helped by ruta graveolens. Tendons and capsules of the joints can be deeply affected or damaged. The arthritis may have developed after overuse, from repeated wear and tear.
Select the remedy that most closely matches the symptoms. In conditions where self-treatment is appropriate, unless otherwise directed by a physician, a lower potency (6X, 6C, 12X, 12C, 30X, or 30C) should be used. In addition, instructions for use are usually printed on the label.
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HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR ARTHRITIS without any side effects or complications of any sort, (Arthritis including Gout, Arthritis Deformans/Osteoarthritis and Rheumatism). 100% Cure when prescribed exactly according to the patients symptoms :-
Pain knee joints, worse by movements; better initial movements, continuous pain in joints, worse while rising from seat; pain in heels, worse by movements. Cassia Sophera 30X, 4 hourly
Acute attack of gout of joints of the feet.Pain with bright red swelling Aconite Nap 200, 2 hourly
Pain with inflammation, worse by movements. Bryonia Alba 200 or 1M, 6 hourly
Complaints worse after rest and exposure to cold Rhus tox 200 or 1M, 4 hourly
Complaints worse during menstruation; beginning at the time of menopause; more in hands and feet Caulophyllum 30X, 4 hourly
When the origin of complaints is gonorrhoeal; worse during day time. Medorrhinum 1M. fortnightly (3 Doses)
When the origin of complaints is tubercular Tuberculinum k, 1M fortnightly (3 Doses)
Complaints of small joints with red or pale swelling; tenderness and shifting pains; worse by motion. Main remedy for gout during cold weather Colchicum 30X, 4 hourly
When Rhus Tox cease to work; pain is worse in cold damp weather and better by movements Calcarea Carb 200 or 1M, 6 hourly (6 Doses)
Nodosities in the joints with gastric complaints. At last nodules become painless (Rheumatoid Arthritis). Tongue whitish thickly coated Antim Crud 30X or 200, 6 hourly
Complaints of feets and ankles; stiffness Drosera 200 fortnightly (3 Doses)
Complaints of long bones; contraction of ligaments Causticum 30X or 200, 4 hourly
Pain worse at night; in wet weather; Rheumatism of large muscles Cimicifuga 30X, 4 hourly
Rheumatism; worse in damp cold weather. Gout.Pain in limbs and hip joints Natrum Sulph 30X or 200, 4 hourly
Pain travels downwards affecting the large part of a limb and passes through quickly along course of nerve Kalmia Lat 30X or 200, 6 hourly
Pains worse during rest, night and warmth, better by cold, open air and movements Pulsatilla 30X or 200, 4 hourly
Pain :- violent; bruised or as if sprained ; cannot bear touch, feels somebody coming near him may touch him and hit the affected part Arnica Montana 200, 4 hourly
Gout of great toe and joints with swelling; soreness and drawing pain on stepping; worse in warmth, pressure and motion. Pain travels upwards; better cold compresses Ledum Pal 200, 4 hourly
Gouty nodosities of joints; tearing pain and extremities and contraction of the muscles Guaiacum 30 4 hourly
Chronic nodosities of joints; hands twisted, out of shape due to deposits of water of soda Ammonium Phos 6X or 30, 4 hourly
Gouty complaints with offensive urine Acid Benzoic 6X or 30, 4 hourly
When there is red sand in urine in gouty patients Lycopodium 30, 4 hourly
Severe pain with enlargement of the joints; worse during rest and when storm approaches Rhododendron 200 or 1M, 10 min (3 Doses)
Almost a specific for gout (to drain out uric acid and urates) Urtica Urens Q(Mother Tincture) 4 hourly, 8 -10 drops in hot water
Arthritic deformans (chronic rheumatoid, particularly of fingers) Picric Acid 30X, 4 hourly
Rheumatic pains or arthritis after checked diarrhoea Abrotanum 30 or 200 4 hourly (6 Doses)
Specific for pain with numbness; Pain so severe patient says that he would prefer death than the pain Chamomilla 200 or 1M, 1/2 hourly (3 Doses)
Pain appear diagonally as right arm and left leg with sensation of cold, numbness and tingling Agaricus Mus 30X or 200, 4 hourly
In weak persons; burning pain with chilliness, feels better by heat, while eating, and worse in cold open air Capsicum 30X or 200, 4 hourly
Unbearable pain; rigidity and stiffness. Superiority / inferiority complex Platina 1M, weekly (3 Doses)
Pain flies like electric shock; due to exposurse of damp cold weather. Better by warmth and rest Phytolacca 30X or 200, 4 hourly
Rheumatic pain, worse after washing clothes, doing laundry work Sepia 30X or 200, 4 hourly
Pain in long bones; may be due to injury or rheumatism Ruta Grav 200, 6 hourly
Pain worse on slightest touch specially after loss of vital fluids like excessive bleeding, diarrhoea, vomiting China Off 6X or 30, 3 hourly
Pain in the small joints of extremities with swelling. Backache, worse in the morning before rising Staphysagria 30X or 200, 4 hourly
Pain heels; better by putting most of the weight on them Berberis Vulgaris Q (Mother Tincture) 4 hourly, 8 – 10 drops
Stiffing pain in all parts of the body; worse by movement Stellaria Q(Mother Tincture) 4 hourly, 8-10 drops in warm water
Rheumatic pain without swelling; pain joints; worse at night Iodium 30X, 4 hourly
Osteo-arthritis of large joints with degeneration. Pain, swelling, stiffness and tenderness of joints; worse by motion (cracking joints) and cold ; better by warmth O.A.Nosode 1M, weekly (6 Doses)
Chronic muscular rheumatism of back and neck. Intense pain along with sciatic nerve. Numbness alternates with pain Gnaphalium 30X or 200, 4 hourly
Muscular atrophy; rigidity and stiffness Strychninum 3X or 6X, 4 hourly
Rheumatism accompained with skin ailments and itiching; cannot walk erect Sulphur 200, 10 min (3 Doses)
Rheumatism of knee joint; with round worms Natrum Phos 6X or 30, 4 hourly
For defective bony growth; better by warmth and worse by cold Calcarea Flour 12X or 30, 4 hourly
Take the remedy which is similar to your symptoms.
No side effects or complications if taken as directed, please do not exceed the given dosage and under any circumstances do not try to mix any remedies and avoid Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not store them in the fridge.
Curing without any side effects or Complications Thats the Beauty of Homeopathic Medicine. Cures Par Excellence.
Take Care and God Bless you.
Glucosamine combined with chondroitin is supposed to help.
Packs containing both can be obtained at Health Stores.
No one mentioned Celadrin capsules or cream which get good results in European studies in 70% of the people who take or apply it. Go to swansonvitamins.com for an affordable source of this miraculous cure.
Mangosteen. It is a natural anti-inflammatory and inflammation is the main source of pain in Arthritis. website http://www.mymangosteen.com/esowell. You may also want to look at http://www.mangosteenmd.com. This site is put together by the two foremost experts on the health benefits of the Mangosteen fruit.
Best of Luck!