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
Arthritis

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