Natural Arthritis Remedies
Causes and Treatment Options

Learn more about the treatment options available for arthritis...

How do conventional treatments compare to natural arthritis remedies..?

What causes arthritis..?

Arthritis, put quite simply, is inflammation in a joint.

This causes:

• pain
• redness
• swelling
• sometimes, heat
• and makes moving difficult

• a layer of soft and smooth cartilage
• synovial fluid – inside a ‘capsule’ of synovial membrane

In arthritis, changes happen to the:

• bone
• cartilage
• synovial membranes

This causes:

• pain
• swelling
• difficulty in movement

The exact changes that occur are slightly different for cases of:

• osteoarthritis
• rheumatoid arthritis

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Causes of Arthritis

• Doctors aren’t quite sure of the exact causes of arthritis. This, of course, does make it that much more difficult to treat (which is where natural arthritis remedies can really come to the fore!)
• It is likely that there are quite a few different factors in play, with the onset of any arthritic condition:
  • hereditary and genetic factors
  • injury, or stress on the joints in the past (a sports injury, or strenuous sports or exercise)
  • diet and lifestyle
  • immune disorders
  • allergies
  • viral infections
• But don’t worry - there is actually plenty that natural arthritis remedies can do to help…

Problems with Conventional Treatments for Arthritis

• Arthritis natural remedies and alternative forms of natural arthritis pain relief are quite widely used.
• Sadly, there is no known cure for arthritis….
• This means that conventional doctors are limited to treating the symptoms, and not the underlying causes.
• These treatments are:
  • pain relief drugs
  • anti-inflammatory drugs
• Unfortunately, as with most conventional treatments, there are always some unpleasant side effects.









• Analgesics:
  • Pain relief – such as:
    • aspirin
    • paracetamol
    • codeine
  • Side effects include:
    • stomach pains and cramps
    • bleeding in stomach, and ulcers
    • nausea and vomiting
    • constipation
    • liver damage
    • rashes
    • weakness and tiredness
    • disorientation
    • risk of bleeding
    • ear problems and tinnitus
• Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (N.S.A.I.D.’s):
  • These reduce inflammation.
  • Side effects include:
    • stomach pain
    • indigestion
    • stomach bleeding and ulcers
    • nausea
    • diarrhea
    • headaches
    • dizziness
    • nightmares
    • increased sensitivity to sunlight
    • fluid retention
    • rashes
    • ear problems and tinnitus
• Corticosteroids:
  • These also reduce inflammation.
  • They can actually be very effective, and can continue to work for weeks or even months.
  • Side effects include:
    • can cause further damage and destruction to the joint
    • high blood pressure
    • increased appetite and weight gain
    • blood sugar problems
    • indigestion
    • weakened bones
    • thinning skin
    • cataracts
    • insomnia and restlessness
    • mood swings
    • more vulnerable to infections
• Immune Suppressive Drugs:
  • Includes:
    • Methotrexate
    • Gold Salts
    • Penicillamine
    • Cyclosporin
    • Cyclophosphamide
  • These suppress the immune system to slow the effects of rheumatoid arthritis.
  • These are powerful drugs, and can be quite dangerous if not carefully monitored.
  • Side effects include:
    • bleeding and bruising, or blood in urine
    • hair loss, or increased hair growth
    • diarrhea and loss of appetite
    • nausea and vomiting
    • cough
    • kidney and liver damage
    • increased risk of infection
    • anaemia
    • fever
    • confusion and dizziness
    • weakness and tiredness
    • sores and rashes
    • fertility problems

So, it is clear that there are many unpleasant side effects, not to mention dangers, contained in conventional treatments for arthritis….

But, there is an alternative!

There is much you can do with natural arthritis remedies, to help soothe your pain and ease swelling and inflammation, as well as increasing flexibility in the joints, and mobility…

Find out more about all the different options for natural arthritis remedies here.

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