Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
Some of the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis are very bad joint pain, stiffness, usually in the morning or late night. Rheumatoid arthritis attacks the joints so the hands, knees, feet and wrists can all be affected. In addition to these symptoms a sufferer may experience some weakness in these joints, fatigue, weight loss and sometimes accompanied by a low grade fever.
Though traditionally the patient would be given a non steroidal drug or a cream such as naproxen sodium, oxaprozin and nabumetone. But others feel that they could use a bit of extra help when it comes to the pain and discomfort. So they turn to natural remedies. Most conventional doctors do not frown on it because they are using these remedies in addition to instead of the medicines they are prescribing.
Some of these natural treatments for rheumatoid arthritis are Borage Oil. This supplement may be responsible for relieving some of the pain cause by rheumatoid arthritis. The recommended dosage would be 1.4 to 2.8 grams daily for two month to show a difference. Fish Oil or EPA/DHA . Fish oils are found in the blood stream and when you have arthritis you have a decreased levels of fish oil. The fish oil actually helps the joints move, they are more lubricated.
Vitamin E protects the tissues from Oxidative damages. Vitamin E is an very strong antioxidant and it does protect the cell membranes and other fat soluble parts of the body. Vitamin E is said to also have a direct effect on blood cell regulation and connective tissue growth and other cell division. Herbs can also be effective in lessening the pain of arthritis. The Boswellia contain acids that have been said to contain an anti inflammatory drug that helps the stop naturally.
Another great herb that is used in fighting the pain of rheumatoid arthritis is Cayenne, it is used as a topical application and it is helpful when you rub it directly onto the joints that are sore. The Devil’s Claw acts an anti inflammatory and an analgesic purpose. In the herb Turmeric there is an active ingredient called curcumin which acts a very strong ant inflammatory compound that actually protects the body against any damage.
Some people in addition to the supplements choose physical therapy and exercise over medications. Exercise will help promote the increase of strength and endurance. You will be able to move better as well.
