Introduction
Arthritis is a group of conditions causing pain and damage to the joints of the body.
It includes Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis.
Symptoms:
Osteoarthritis:
- Joint pain
- Stiffness
- Swelling
- Redness
Rheumatoid Arthritis:
- Joint pain
- Stiffness
- Tiredness
- Joint deformity
Causes:
Osteoarthritis:
- Normal wear and tear
- Infection or injury to joints
- Genetic
Rheumatoid Arthritis:
- Autoimmune disorder – Immune system of our body attacks the tissues of body and invades the cartilage of joint and causes destruction
- Genetic
Homoeopathic treatment |
Conventional Treatment |
| Reduces pain, swelling and stiffness | Reduces pain and swelling |
| Reduces inflammation | Reduces inflammation |
| Prevents further damage to the cartilage and bone | – |
| Treats not only the affected organs and its symptoms but also removes the cause | Treats only the affected organ and its symptoms |
| Permanent cure | Temporary relief |
| Specific remedy for each person selected on the basis of both physical and mental generals | Common medicines prescribed to all persons |
| Natural/potentized medicines | Synthetic/concentrated medicines |
| Nil side effects | Chain of side effects |
Treatment Prognosis:
- Decrease in intensity of pain, stiffness and swelling soon after taking pills
- Acute attacks become less severe and less frequent on the course of treatment
- Treatment helps to decrease further damage of cartilage and bone
Diet and Lifestyle Changes:
- Regular exercise
- Staying active
- Weight loss
- Healthy foods rich in anti oxidants
- Heating pads/Ice packs
Other Disorders:
- Cervical and Lumbar spondylosis
- Disc Prolapse
- Gout
- Sciatica
- Sprains