What is Arthritis?
Arthritis is a painful condition that affects millions of people in the United States. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which occurs when cartilage wears down between bones in the body. Other types include rheumatoid arthritis, gout, juvenile arthritis, fibromyalgia, lupus, and psoriatic arthritis.
Exercise
There are several different treatments available for arthritis, including exercise, diet, medication, and surgery. Exercise helps reduce joint inflammation and improve mobility. A walk about 20 minutes long around the block or in a park can also help you destress. Yoga stretches are great for improving mobility and increasing flexibility. A healthy diet can help manage symptoms and prevent further damage to the joints. Surgery may be necessary to repair damaged joints or remove bone spurs.
Try Alternative Treatments
Natural treatments such as anti-inflammatory herbs, essential oils, and minerals can provide relief from pain and inflammation. If you are seeking drug free alternatives.
Anti-Inflammatory Herbs
Herbs that can provide help are turmeric, arnica, ginger, and cat’s claw. Turmeric is anti-inflammatory which can help ease joint pain. Arnica is also known for having ant-inflammatory effects and is great for bruises, joint pain, and muscle aches. Ginger is well known for being helpful with digestive issues, but did you know it also can be used for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and joint pain. Cat’s claw is also known as an anti-inflammatory herb that may help reduce swelling in arthritis.
Arnica Oil for knee pain.
Try this easy recipe of arnica oil and lavender for knee joint pain relief. In a tablespoon of arnica oil add 2 to 3 drops of organic lavender essential oil. And rub your knees front and back with the oil mixture. For deeper penetration add a heating pad for about 10 to 20 minutes. I would use low to a medium setting on the heating pad.
Be Patient
There are several different types of arthritis, each with its own symptoms and treatments. In general, however, there are two main types of arthritis: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when cartilage breaks down between bones, causing friction and pain. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that damages the lining of the joints. Both types of arthritis cause joint pain, stiffness, and swelling.
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