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Natural Arthritis Treatments: Ten Popular Alternatives
It is a well-known fact that arthritis is a painful disease. Patients suffer pain
caused by inflammation on their joints. This disease can even lead to
disability. To try and ease this suffering, there are several natural arthritis
treatments that people recommend.
Almost every culture has different herbal ways to help ease arthritis.
Depending on what is available to them naturally, these types of home
treatment will always be available for our use.
Herbs which are nature’s gift for natural medicine offer some of the best
natural cures for arthritis. Listed are some of the more popular natural
remedies for the disease. They are usually herbs that are often included in
some tablets available as supplements for arthritic patients.
Barberry Root
Taken in tea form, barberry root is best for those who have rheumatoid
arthritis. The practice of using barberry roots also came from the Native
Americans who used it for back pain, arthritis and even cancer. This root
also has no negative side effects, though some may regard it as out of
date.
Black Cohosh
A Native Indian remedy, black cohosh is used often for dysmenorrheal
pain during menstruation. This herb’s composition is deemed to have
anti-inflammatory properties. This will help in the soreness of joints due to
arthritis. It will also help in the relief of pain experienced by the patient. This
is often mixed with other herbs like willow bark and guaiacum for arthritis
relief.
Cider Vinegar
This is recommended for patients who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis. It
is also a well-known remedy for those who want to lose weight. The sour
taste often repulses those who take it. But if you don’t mind the taste, this
may help you.
Alfalfa
This can be eaten or boiled like tea. This is believed to have bone
strengthening properties. This type of herb also contains high
concentrations of Vitamin K. It also contains protein, Vitamin D, Iron and
calcium that may help build stronger bones.
Celery
The seed of this popular vegetable is ingested to improve symptoms of
arthritis. Considered primarily for its medical value before it found its way
to our tables as a vegetable, celery is known a good diuretic which is the
main reason for its healing property. Potassium deficiency is often identified
with rheumatoid arthritis and celery’s abundance of this mineral may help
with this problem.
Menthol
Because of its cooling property, menthol is used for quick pain relief on
muscles and joints. Another herb with analgesic, menthol is known for its
soothing capabilities. This natural pain reliever is commonly added to
creams to produce another example of natural arthritis treatments.
Camphor
Liquid concentrations of camphor are massaged to the aching area
afflicted with arthritis. This oil is natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory
and could be used for dealing with arthritic pain. Use of this oil should be
limited as it may be toxic when taken improperly.
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Copper Bracelet
This is a break from the usual herbs in the list. Another age-old remedy
for arthritis is the wearing of copper bracelets. Bracelets or rings made of
copper are worn on the part where there is joint pain - for example, on the
elbow, fingers, toes or ankles. This is said to relieve pain especially during
flare-ups.
Emu Oil
From the emu bird common to the Australian outback, the oil extracted
from the animal is an Aboriginal remedy for curing arthritis. Unlike other
medications, emu oil has no side effects that make it a safer choice
among arthritic patients. This is not commonly known among Americans
but its popularity is increasingly catching up. Australian studies show that
there is significant pain relief among arthritic patients who use emu oil.
Dandelion
Also known for its pain relieving properties, dandelion is claimed to be rich
in potassium like celery. It contains high concentrations of Vitamin A. This is
also a diuretic and helps the liver in straining the wastes out of our system.
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Date: Fri, 28 Sep 2007
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Exercising to Beat Arthritis Pain
Exercise is an essential tool in managing arthritis. It not only reduces joint
pain and stiffness, builds strong muscle around the joints, and increases
flexibility and endurance, but gives you more energy, helps you sleep
better, control your weight, and just makes you feel better.
The important thing to remember when starting a new exercise routine
is to start slowly, very slowly. Flexibility (or stretching) exercises are a great
way to improve range of motion. When your body allows, weight training
and endurance exercises such as bicycling are also helpful.
For those with severe arthritis pain, there are a number of water exercise
programs available, which uses the buoyancy of the water to reduce the
stress on the hips, knees, and spine. It is not necessary to be a swimmer in
order to participate in a water exercise program.
Choosing an exercise program that you can handle, and enjoy, is very
important. Think about the things you like to do and then check with your
doctor or therapist to make sure it is alright to start and how to make it the
most beneficial for decreasing fatigue and strengthening muscles and
joints, as well as increasing flexibility.
No matter what you decide to try, remember to incorporate the following
into your daily exercise routine:
-Flexibility (stretching) exercises to slowly increase your range of motion
-Resistance Training to help strengthen muscles and joints
-Cardiovascular (aerobic) exercise to increase circulation and blood flow
and strengthen your heart.
This may sound like a lot, especially when it’s difficult to handle simple daily
tasks -- but if you strive to incorporate it into your daily routine, you’ll find
that it will get easier as time goes by.
Flexibility (Stretching, Range-of-Motion) Exercises:
Daily gentle stretching exercises are the most important part of your
exercise regiment since they will protect your joints by reducing the risk
of joint injury, help you warm-up for more strenuous exercise by getting
your body moving, and help you relax and release body tension. Tai Chai
and Yoga are especially useful for easing those stiff joints in the morning.
Your goal should be to work up to 15 minutes of flexibility exercises per
day. Once you can do 15 continuous minutes, you should be able to add
strengthening and aerobic exercises to your daily routine.
Strengthening (Resistance) Exercises:
When you have arthritis, you need strong muscles to lessen the stress on
your joints. Strengthening exercises can help build your muscles so they
can absorb shock and protect your joints from injury. Using weight makes
your muscles work harder, and helps them get stronger.
There are two types of strengthening exercises: isometric (which tightens
the muscles moving the joint without stressing the joint) and isotonic
(which strengthen the muscles by moving the joint). Strengthening
exercises should be done every other day after warming up with some
flexibility exercises.
Cardiovascular (Aerobic) Exercises:
Cardiovascular (aerobic or endurance) exercise is any physical activity
that uses the large muscles of the body in rhythmic, continuous motions.
This includes walking, dancing, swimming and bicycling, and others. The
purpose of these exercises is to make your heart, lungs, blood vessels and
muscles work more efficiently. They also can result in improved endurance,
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stronger bones, improved sleep, controlled weight and reduced stress,
depression and anxiety.
Try to include aerobic activity in your fitness program three to four times
each week, with a goal of working in your target heart rate for 30 minutes
each session.
If you find it difficult to get yourself moving, or just don’t know what
exercises are best for battling your arthritis, contact your local arthritis
foundation for exercise programs in your area.
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What Causes Arthritis? Is It a Disease or Disorder? And, Natural Remedies to
Help Arthritis Pain
Many of us are affected by arthritis, or know someone who is. Arthritis is
a condition of moderate to severe pain that affects the joints, but what
exactly is it that causes some people to get arthritis while others don’t?
The quick and easy answer as to what causes arthritis is that we really
don’t know yet. There’s no one answer that explains every case. There’s
no ‘arthritis disease’ that you catch like a cold that causes you to develop
symptoms.
Arthritis is simply a joint disorder that develops with time. In fact, there are
over a hundred types of arthritis and many of them are probably caused
by different factors.
What we do know is that there are some risk factors that increase your
chances or having a problem. While they may not be the root cause
of your arthritis, they could definitely be helping to further the problem
along.
One of the biggest risk factors associated with arthritis is age. You know
that as you get older, there’s more wear and tear on your body.
Arthritis may not be caused specifically by wear and tear on the joints,
but it will definitely speed up the process or increase symptoms. That is
why a large number of people over 65 have arthritis, regardless of the
other factors.
Another factor that can increase your chances of developing arthritis is
weight. If you are overweight, you’re going to increase the stress on your
joints and will likely have more problems with arthritis. Starting a diet and
exercise plan now may reduce symptoms or slow the progress of the
disease.
Joint injury is often a factor in developing arthritis. Just like all the other
factors, it’s not a root cause; however, you’re more likely to develop
arthritis in a joint that has had a previous injury.
If you do injure yourself, be sure to care for it properly so it heals quickly
and doesn’t get damaged again.
Doctors aren’t really sure how big a part genetics plays into the
development of arthritis, but they do know it’s related. If your parents
have arthritis, it’s more likely that you will as well.
Although this doesn’t mean that just because your parents had it, you will
too. By reducing the likeliness from other causes, you can reduce your risk.
Many people associate arthritis with athletes and other physically active
people. While it would make sense that physical work would put more
stress on joints and increase the likelihood of arthritis, studies really haven’t
shown this to be true.
While the risk of athletes developing arthritis is higher, this is associated
with their increased chance of joint injury. This means you can continue
your daily exercise routine (it will probably even help), but always take
precautions to avoid injury.
When most people think of arthritis, they’re often thinking of osteoarthritis.
However, rheumatoid arthritis is a less common but very serious illness.
While symptoms can be similar the causes are not.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, which means the body is
actually attacking itself and causing damage to its own joints.
While you can’t prevent arthritis or control all these factors, you can take
steps to reduce them, keeping yourself pain free for longer. Here are
some natural remedies to help control your arthritis pain.
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Arthritis Hand Relief Bath
* 2 drops Rosemary
* 2 drops Chamomile in Jojoba
* 2 drops Juniper
* 1ml Evening Primrose Oil
Add 4-6 drops of mixture to warm water and soak for 15 minutes.
If skin needs nourishment, mix the essential oils in 5ml Sweet Almond Oil
before adding to water.
Follow the hand bath with a soothing hand massage, to nourish and
protect the skin.
Circulation and Painful Joints Bath
* 2 tbsp Almond oil
* 2 drops each of Lemon grass oil, Coriander oil, and Clove oil
Measure Almond oil into a small bowl, Slowly add all the oils. Mix
ingredients and pour into running water.
This bath helps stimulate the Circulation and relive suffering joints and
muscles
Gentle Arthritis Bath
* 15 drops Lavender
* 5 drops Clary Sage
* 10 drops Geranium
* 3 drops Ylang Ylang.
Place oils in bath under running water.Warm is sometimes better than
hot.... Rinse thoroughly when finished.
About the Author
Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist and natural
health practitioner. Click now to visit Health or High Water at http://www.
HealthOrHighWater.com/ where you’ll find info to improve your health
using nutritional supplements to battle the ravages of time, poor nutrition,
& toxins.
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2008 Time: 6:29 PM
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Arthritis - Symptoms, Treatment and Natural Remedies to Relieve Arthritis Pain
Many people live with joint pain on a regular basis and just assume they’re
getting arthritis, but not all joint pain is caused by arthritis, and not all joint
pain (or arthritis) is treated in the same way.
That’s why it’s important to recognize the symptoms so your doctor can
correctly identify and treat what is wrong with you, rather than treat you
incorrectly and find the correct diagnosis later.
Joint pain is the most common known symptom of arthritis. The pain can
be mild to severe, and is generally persistent. While it may be worse when
you stand, walk, run or perform other activities, this doesn’t mean it goes
away when you’re resting.
In addition to being painful, arthritic joints tend to become swollen,
red and inflamed. While the pain and swelling are generally just an
inconvenience to begin with, if arthritis is not treated they can become
severe and severely limit your physical activity.
Some arthritis causes bones to actually build up. This causes pain, but will
also begin to deform your joints, particularly if it’s in the fingers and hands.
You may notice hard lumps start to grow on the sides of fingers or other
affected joints.
Another common symptom of arthritis is the loss of range of motion. You
may not be able to bend a joint as far as you used to because of pain or
swelling. While minor loss of range of motion can be mildly annoying, if they
symptoms get worse it can begin to affect your daily life and activities.
There are other less common symptoms associated with arthritis that have
little to nothing to do with the joints themselves. People with certain types
of arthritis can experience fever, fatigue, mood problems and weight loss.
Most people are surprised to find out there are over 100 different types of
arthritis. Plus, even if two people have the same kind, they will probably
have somewhat different symptoms. For proper arthritis diagnosis, you
should always see your doctor.
When you visit your doctor, she will likely take a history of your symptoms,
perform a physical exam, and perform x-rays and other tests to confirm
the diagnosis, but also to rule out other conditions that could be causing
your symptoms.
While many people can treat minor arthritis with over-the-counter
medication, you should still see a physician to make sure it isn’t something
more serious. They can also help recommend what kind of medication or
other therapy would be best for your specific case.
Simply living with arthritis is not something you have to do. While arthritis
is not curable, there are many treatments to manage the pain, as well as
slow progression and treat the underlying cause of the problem.
There are also some natural remedies which can help arthritis pain:
Ginger Liniment
This healing massage oil is great for muscle aches and stiff joints.
* 2-inch piece fresh Ginger
* 1/2 cup Almond oil
Grate Ginger and combine with oil in a small, nonmetallic saucepan.
Cover and simmer over low heat for 1 hour. Remove from heat and steep
for another hour. Strain oil to remove bits of Ginger.
Using a nonmetallic funnel, pour liniment into a four-ounce glass bottle
with a tight-fitting screw top. Attach the following instructions on a gift tag:
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To use, gently massage the oil into affected area twice a day until
symptoms have disappeared.
Mustard Plaster for Arthritis Pain
Here’s an old fashioned remedy that I use to relieve my Arthritis pains. I
make what you call a Mustard plaster.
To do this you need to mix together 2 parts flour with 1 part Mustard
powder, then add some water to make a paste. Spread it on a clean cloth
of some sort, fold it in half and press against the skin. Don’t put the salve
directly on the skin since it can burn.
You can also use this to loosen phlegm or for sore muscles
Arthritis and Gout Oil
* 1 Tablespoon fresh crushed Rosemary
* 3 teaspoons Celery seeds crushed
* 1 large Chilli crushed
* 250 ml oil any Carrier Oil but canola
Sterilize jar, place oil and other ingredients [make sure it covers] close,
shake place in sunny spot for 10 days shaking every day strain into dark
sterilized jars.
FANTASTIC for gout, Arthritis or aches and pains
About the Author
Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist and natural
health practitioner. Click now to visit Health or High Water at http://www.
HealthOrHighWater.com/ where you’ll find info to improve your health
using nutritional supplements to battle the ravages of time, poor nutrition,
& toxins.
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2008
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Home Remedies For Arthritis: Seven Alternatives
Arthritis is a chronic disease, which means it’s something that you
can’t completely escape from by using only medications and other
traditional treatments. Home remedies for arthritis are considered
excellent alternatives because not only are they safe to use, they are also
occasionally more effective and definitely more affordable.
Arthritis Stages
Anyone can get arthritis. Even though older people are more often
afflicted by it, younger people are also vulnerable to having arthritis.
This disease is marked by severe inflammation of joints, a condition that
is frequently painful and in the worst-case scenario, can lead to loss of
function of your joints.
There are three stages of arthritis. It commences with the swelling of your
joints. For the second stage, cells in your body grow faster than usual,
causing the lining of your joint to thicken. And for the last stage, these cells
will release enzymes that could cause your joints to become unaligned
and suffer from other ill effects.
If not treated immediately and continuously, arthritis can severely affect
your lifestyle, costing you a great deal of money.
Your Options - Home Remedies for Arthritis
Massage. Even without any prior advice from doctors or other people
afflicted with arthritis, those who have only just found out they are suffering
from the same disease instinctively know that a massage could help
alleviate the pain. More importantly, massage can also help you fall asleep
more easily. Sleep is often elusive to arthritic individuals because joint pains
can keep them awake.
While gently kneading body parts is relatively harmless, a more strenuous
type of massage is better performed by a professional. With a massage
therapist, you’ll at least be sure your arthritic pains will be treated quickly
and safely.
Herbal Remedies. In the old days, people with arthritic problems were
successfully treated with herbal remedies. Today, you have the choice of
using commercially-produced herbal remedies or concocting your own
remedy by using ingredients taken straight from your garden.
Diet. Although eating the right food won’t cure arthritis, it can reduce the
frequency and intensity of which arthritic problems occur. The recipe for
the proper arthritic diet is simple: eat lots of vegetables, fruits, and grains
while reducing intake of foods rich in calories and saturated fats.
Saturated fats can potentially increase the inflammatory response of your
joints. If you’re especially fond of eating meats, try your best to eat more of
meats rich in unsaturated fats instead.
Ultimately, just a few changes with your meal plans at home can go a long
way in keeping arthritic pain at bay.
Acupressure and Acupuncture. Both of these alternative forms of
medicine are of Chinese origin and have been in use for thousands of
years in the Eastern world, and more recently in Western countries as well.
Both methods are considered effective against arthritis because of their
anti-inflammatory methods. Acupressure uses fingers to exert pressure on
certain points or areas in your body. Acupuncture, on the other hand, uses
needles instead of fingers.
Acupuncture and acupressure sessions may be conducted at home by
request.
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Prayers and Other Spiritual Methods. If you are a believer, a few minutes
spent in silence and communing with the One above (however you
perceive Him or Her to be) can sometimes improve your condition. While
this may be simply a psychological response of your body, if something
like this works for you then go for it. You could also try meditating as this
technique has also been known to be effective against arthritis.
Exercise. Studies have revealed how leading an active lifestyle can easily
mitigate the discomforts of arthritis. You can choose to engage in sports
or regular exercise. You don’t need to leave your home just to exercise.
Nowadays, home gym equipment is relatively affordable and most of
them are designed to use as little space as necessary.
Yoga. This art or practice is not for those who are weak in heart, mind, and
body. Although it starts with simple meditation acts, it gradually increases
in difficulty as yoga requires your body to perform various poses wherein
you have to exhibit high degrees of strength, endurance, and flexibility.
Once perfected, however, yoga postures can make your body less
susceptible to the painful symptoms of arthritis.
These are some of the popular home remedies for arthritis. They may take
some time to work, but be patient - after all, you’re in this for the long run.
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Author: Flor Serquina
Date: Fri, 5 Oct 2007 Time: 12:03 PM
Visit Arthritis-Education.com to learn more about home remedies for
arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis diet.
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Arthritis Pain Relief - Nurse’s Simple Home Remedies To Relieve Arthritis Pain
These are just a few of the arthritis home remedies and treatments
that arthritis sufferers have sworn worked for them. Most have an anti-
inflammatory effect. There are many ways to achieve arthritis pain relief.
Before you take any supplements, you may want to check with your
doctor. I found that the best arthritis pain relief is a permanent radical
change in the diet to all living foods. Eating a raw food diet will eliminate
all osteoarthritis pain. This is the best and fastest short-term and long term
approach to get rid of arthritis pain.
Remember that supplements contain isolated chemicals that are not
working in conjunction with other chemicals and nutrients as they are in
their natural state. So the degree of absorption, if any is questionable and
different supplements from different manufacturers may have varying
degrees of absorbability.
But here are the tips that others have reported working for them with my
comments.
1. MSM (Methyl-sulfonyl-methane), take 1,000 mg. twice a day to reduce
the inflammation which causes the pain some report.
2. Fish oil or cod liver oil which contains the omega 3’s. Use a good brand
that contains no mercury - 1,000 mg. one to three times per day is
supposed to help lubricate the joints and thus relieve the pain.
3. Many people report that glucosamine sulfate is good for supporting
the joints, 500 mg. twice a day. However there are many different
brands with many different absorbability reports. And many people
have reported it not working for them. There also may be an elevation
of blood pressure some reports say.
4. Drink one quarter cup of black cherry juice a day or take one
tablespoon of concentrate in water have had excellent report say
many. The best juice would be raw not pasteurized but that is difficult to
get. This may take awhile to work but good for the health. Some report
that it irritates their stomachs so take with plenty of water and perhaps
with food. Make sure the cherry juice is unsweetened. Some people
eat dried unsweetened tart Montmorency cherries and achieve the
same effect.
5. To reduce arthritis pain, make sure to get plenty of minerals in the diet
naturally. Eat plenty of fruits and raw veggies, several servings of day.
Make huge green salads, with good greens, not iceberg lettuce.
6. Eat coconut anything. Of course, opening a fresh raw coconut you
can get from the Asian groceries is the best. Put the coconut meat in a
smoothie and drink the coconut water. Second best is eating coconut
anything. Coconut in any form when heated will not destroy the
good nutrients. It is from a tropical climate and made to endure hot
temperatures.
7. Some say to drink radish juice.
8. Helpful foods that have been reported include avocados, bananas,
cherries, greens, and raw nuts soaked overnight to remove the enzyme
inhibitors, such as walnuts and pecans, however all living foods, not
cooked foods will help. All cooked foods are acidic and inflammatory
and can aggravate the joints. Most all, living or raw foods are alkaline
and anti-inflammatory.
9. Some swear by apple cider vinegar. The vinegar should only be a RAW
apple cider vinegar like Bragg’s. And be careful using apple cider
vinegar as it is an irritant to some stomachs.
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10. A fad arthritis home remedy is the gin-soaked raisins method. Soak
the raisins in gin for a week. Eat six raisins at bed time. Maybe the
alcohol is absorbed into the air by then. Alcohol is a neurotoxin and is
inflammatory and should not be ingested.
11. Some say the old remedy of Edgar Cayce’s works for them - rubbing
the affected joint with castor oil each morning and at bedtime. Make
take a few days to work.
12. Keep moving. Moderate exercise will reduce stiffness.
13. Some report they take burdock and yucca for inflammation and
swelling.
14. Some report lobelia extract, halibut oil, or cayenne extract (cayenne
cream) can help alleviate pain and speed healing when applied to
the affected area. Be careful about any supplement or cream you
don’t fully understand.
15. For severe pains in joints some have reported they have used garlic
externally - warm up the affected area with a hot towel and then rub
the juice of the garlic very slowly on the area. The juice of the garlic
can be extracted in a clean coffee grinder or other kitchen appliance.
These are just a few of the many osteoarthritis and arthritis home remedies
and arthritis treatments and arthritis diet suggestions floating around the
Internet. Use your best judgment before trying any, that may be harmful,
for arthritis pain relief, and get the advice of your doctor or naturopathic
doctor.
For more information on arthritis pain relief and arthritis treatments go to
http://www.FastArthritisPainRelief.com a nurse’s website specializing in
arthritis pain relief with tips, advice and resources, including information on
arthritis diets and natural arthritis treatments
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The Arthritis Bracelet: Can Copper And Magnets Really Help?
Despite modern advances in medicine, alternative medicine has always
been around as the cheaper, natural option, often times being the last
resort. These alternatives usually have been passed on from generation
to generation and are at times actually effective. Upon research, most of
them have been found to have underlying scientific basis.
Arthritis bracelets are among the alternative treatments popularly
embraced by consumers as aids to current arthritis pain management.
The most accepted ones in the market are made of either copper or
magnet. Although not yet conclusively proven to be effective as claimed,
they enjoy widespread acceptance and have been reported in some
studies to indeed have beneficial effects.
Magnets for Pain
Magnets are objects that produce a type of energy that is called
magnetic fields. Magnets targeted to consumers for health uses are
mostly static or permanent magnets. Magnetic bracelets are also
popularly used to relieve arthritic pain and can also come in the form of
mattresses and pads. Various manufacturers of these magnetic bracelets
claim that magnets may effect pain relief by any of the following
principles:
1. Magnets may change the the way the cells function.
2. It may potentially affect growth and life span of the cells.
3. They are believed to enhance blood flow, therefore increasing oxygen
and nutrient supply to the different organs of the body. This is believed
to happen because of the presence of the metal iron in the blood
that can be affected by magnets.
4. Nerve cell response to pain is believed to be altered by weak pulses
from magnets.
5. It may affect the way the brain responds to or perceives the pain.
6. Lastly, magnets might affect white blood cell production, which is
involved in body defense against infection and inflammation.
Whatever the mechanism, the benefit from magnetic bracelets seems
clinically useful based on different trials performed by researchers.
The Case of Copper
Wearing of copper bracelets was popularized in the 1970s as a means to
stop arthritic pain. Copper from the bracelet is believed to be absorbed
through the skin and into circulation. In one study, it was found that 13 mg
of copper was absorbed in one month on average by people wearing
the bracelets. This being an additional source of copper is believed to
bring the beneficial effects of having copper in the diet.
Copper in the body is known to be required for the transport of calcium
in the body and in building the matrix of bone. It has been found to have
analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies on subjects wearing
copper bracelets versus placebo control bracelets that are coated
to resemble copper have been performed and they indicate possible
benefits.
But results have not yet been conclusive enough to guarantee its
effectiveness. Another concern regarding its use is that if indeed copper
is absorbed through the skin, it is being absorbed in unregulated amounts
that might possibly lead to toxicity. Consideration must be given to
patients with zinc deficiency since excessive copper in the blood can
further lead to its depletion.
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Are These for You?
Living with arthritic pain can be very crippling, and patients searching
for alternatives or other adjuncts to pain relief should be careful when
choosing forms of treatments. The beneficial effects of these bracelets
have not yet been proven since different clinical trials have been giving
conflicting results.
Furthermore, arthritis bracelets are not yet approved by the U.S. Food
and Drug Administration and some companies’ claims of benefit have
been contested by the FDA and Federal trade Commission (FTC). Despite
these, there have been a lot of patients who attest to their effectiveness in
relieving their pain and there are no reported toxicities by consumers as of
this moment.
If a patient does decide to use arthritis bracelets, it should be borne in
mind that consultation with their physician and proper prescribing of
medications remain important and integral in the treatment of arthritis to
decrease or control pain.
Since arthritis bracelets are not yet regulated and standardized, it would
be wise for the consumers to always check the reputation of the company
they are planning to buy from with existing consumer protection agencies.
One should also be aware of possible contraindications of magnets or
copper in certain disease conditions to avoid any untoward side effect.
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Author: Flor Serquina
Date: Mon, 22 Oct 2007 Time: 6:03 AM
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Free Yourself From Arthritis Pain Now With These Tips
There is a little-known natural solution to curing oneself of arthritis pain,
which I discovered several years ago. During my nursing career I was
never able to find relief for my arthritis pain until I turned to the field
considered natural or alternative medicine.
To get the arthritis pain relief you’re seeking it’s helpful to understand how
arthritis works. Arthritic joints appear to be larger, are stiff and painful, and
usually feel worse the more they are used as the day progresses. Arthritis
pain can be experienced whenever a stiff or swollen joint is used.
The cartilage is slippery tissue that coats the ends of the bones. In young
people, cartilage is about 85% water and in older folks about 70% of
cartilage is water. The ability to make repairs to cartilage becomes limited
as cartilage cells age.
Researchers report a higher incidence of osteoarthritis between
parents and children or between siblings than between husbands and
wives. The cause of arthritis (osteoarthritis) and the factors leading to
the deterioration of cartilage in osteoarthritis is still not understood.
Possible causes of arthritis include lesser known: bleeding disorders, like
hemophilia, which causes bleeding to occur in the joint; disorders such as
avascular necrosis, that block the blood supply closest to the joint; and
conditions like hemochromatosis, that causes iron build-up in the joints.
Some people swear by morning drinks of raw apple cider vinegar and
honey for arthritis pain relief. Try avoiding the eight most allergic foods,
wheat being the most allergenic; they are wheat, corn, eggs, milk,
peanuts, fish, shellfish and some nuts, not all. Some people swear by
glucosamine and/or chondroitin and others say it didn’t help at all.
Many have told me that going off dairy products and gluten containing
foods relieved their arthritis pain entirely. Making a ginger tea, by adding a
thin slice or two of fresh gingerroot to hot water, is helpful to many people
I know. For snacks, choose raw nuts without salt instead of lifeless roasted
nuts.
The first step in managing your arthritis is to change your diet; I think all
experts would agree on this. Dried Montmorency tart cherries seem to be
helpful for arthritis pain also.
Make smoothies with fruit only using a base of two bananas, adding a
cup of frozen or fresh blueberries and mango chunks or substitute any
other fruit and add an energy boost of two tablespoons of coconut oil;
add one or two leaves of kale for another highly nutritional boost -- no
one will ever know. Many arthritis sufferers have changed their diets and
noticed significant or total improvement.
Even the lightest exercise can go a long way to maintaining your joint
mobility and overall health. Sign up for water aerobics classes at your
local community center. If weight is an issue, try to use exercises that will
help you in losing weight such as walking. A good exercise routine is the
key to beating arthritis and arthritis pain.
Keep a bedside basket of arthritic aids for arthritic hands (theraputty,
hand grips, Taiji chime balls, etc.) to be used at bedtime or while
watching television. Fight arthritis through proper exercise! Stretching
and warming up the joints should always be the first step in your exercise
routine to make your joints more flexible.
Only you know which treatment option is best for you. Drugs commonly
used for arthritis pain can cause ulcers, heart disease and liver or kidney
damage.
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Let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other drugs, herbs or
other supplements you’re taking, to ward off any adverse drug reactions
that might occur from the combining of different drugs or supplements.
Your treatment plan should include an anti-arthritis diet, exercise, and
a positive mental attitude. I got rid of my arthritis pain years ago when I
stopped eating dead food and changed my diet to all living foods; you
can do it too. Begin your treatment program with a diet change, exercise
and weight loss plan to see results and pain relief fast.
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Healthy Arthritis Diets For Pain Relief
People who suffer from arthritis are always looking for ways to relieve their
pain. One way to ease or even prevent it is through an arthritis diet. There
are some arthritis diets that some people will swear by, but have never
been proven to make a difference. There are some diets that make a
definite difference according to health experts.
First we’ll take a look at some arthritis diets where there’s little or no
evidence that they actually make a difference. One of the most common
arthritis diets is to eliminate potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, and most
peppers. While the diet won’t do any harm, it hasn’t been proven to affect
arthritis at all.
Another arthritis diet seeks to reduce the acids in one’s body eliminating
sugar, coffee, red meat, most grains, nuts, and citrus fruits. It’s intended
to be followed for just one month. People may feel better because they
lose weight which reduces the stress on their joints, but again there is no
evidence to support this.
It also excludes many sources of vitamin C which is essential in fighting
arthritis. Drinking green tea has been shown to reduce the effects of
rheumatoid arthritis in mice, but there are no conclusive results on human
studies yet. Shark cartilage is supposed to relieve arthritis. Animal and lab
studies show promise, but there are no human studies to support this yet.
Not let’s take a look at some arthritis diets that have been shown to work.
Switching fats can reduce inflammation. Eating fats found in red meat and
poultry have actually been shown to increase inflammation.
Switching to cold water fish can help reduce the inflammation. Using
corn, safflower, and sunflower oils also helps. Another arthritis diet is the
ASU (avocado-soybean unsaponifiable). It has been shown to relieve
osteoarthritis, stimulate cartilage repair, and lessen a patient’s need to
NSAIDs to control pain.
Ginger has been shown to ease pain and inflammation as well as protect
the stomach from gastrointestinal effects from taking NSAIDs. Glucosamine
is a supplement that relieves pain in some patients with osteoarthritis. It
helps the body rebuild cartilage, but can take up to two months to see
the effects.
If you are allergic to shellfish, check with your doctor before taking this
as it is derived from crab, lobster, or shrimp shells. Before taking any
supplements talk with your doctor as some can interfere with or worsen
side effects from your medications.
Of course the best arthritis diet is a good old-fashioned well balanced
diet. Eat 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables, and go easy on fats and
cholesterol. A heart healthy diet is especially important to patients with
rheumatoid arthritis as studies have shown a link between this disease and
heart failure.
Vitamin C is good for repairing body tissue. Vitamin D helps absorb
calcium, build bone mass, and prevents bone loss. Calcium helps
strengthen your bones. If you are on medication, ask your doctor if he/she
recommends taking vitamins. Some medications can create vitamin or
mineral deficiencies. When choosing your arthritis diet, be sure to talk with
your physician as different types of arthritis have different needs.
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Are Some Foods Causing Your Arthritis?
Does eating certain foods help to cure arthritis?
Conversely, is the elimination of certain foods any help in controlling this
debilitating and painful disease? With over 100 different forms of arthritis and
not a lot of research into its causes and cures, the debate rages on.
Because the symptoms of arthritis often seem to come and go without
warning it’s hard to tell whether any sudden relief was due to a new diet
or not. It is important for the sufferer to be able to choose a new treatment
because it makes him feel to some degree in control of his life and also gives
hope, an important consideration.
Researchers have discovered that a diet including too many calories can
actually aggravate RA, while 5% of sufferers in another study showed a flare-
up of symptoms after drinking milk. A reduction of fat, dairy and red meat
was shown to relieve pain. In 1998, Finnish researchers found that the addition
of lactobacillus improved symptoms of RA. This was supported by animal
experiments, where mice given lactobacillus were found to be less likely to
develop the disease and their immune systems were more able to cope with
it if they did.
One thing to remember when following any diet is that the nutrients lost
through the elimination of any foods must be replaced by other means.
Certain foods or food groups often seem to cause a worsening of arthritis
symptoms. In this case, an elimination diet could be helpful. All suspected
foods must be completely eliminated from the diet for several weeks, then
reinstated one at a time over a period of several days. If the symptoms of
pain and inflammation re-occur after each food is eaten again, then it could
be a culprit. This should be done at least three times to determine that there
were no other factors involved. If an elimination diet is followed, it is wise to
keep two diaries. One of the food eaten and at what times and dates, the
other of the dates and times of pain flare-ups.
When the two are compared, it will be plain to see what was eaten that
could have caused pain.
Some of the food groups that are suspected of causing pain are the
nightshade group ie, white potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant and bell peppers.
Others are red meat, lemons, grapefruit, corn, wheat, rye and milk, eggs
coffee, sugar and cheese.
One of the main studies done way back in the 1950’s has shown that fish oil
has a very beneficial affect on arthritis pain. Fish oil supplements are widely
taken, but in some cases cause unwelcome side effects like a fishy after-
taste, gas and an upset stomach. Some researchers recommend simply
adding omega 3’s to the diet by eating cold-water fish like mackerel, herring,
tuna, salmon, anchovies, bluefish and mullet.
Another study, researched and supported by the University of Manchester,
discovered that people with high levels of beta-cryptoxanthin were 40%
less likely to develop arthritis. This is classed as a pro-vitamin A carotenoid
which can be found in all yellow or orange- fleshed fruits and vegetables. It
enhances bone, skin and immune health. Pumpkin, winter squash and peppers
are the vegetables with the highest levels of beta-cryptoxanthin, while
tangerines, persimmons and papayas are the fruits with the highest levels.
Because the symptoms of arthritis often seem to come and go without
warning it’s hard to tell whether any sudden relief was due to a new diet
or not. It is important for the sufferer to be able to choose a new treatment
because it makes him feel to some degree in control of his life and also gives
hope, an important consideration.
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