Arthritis

Disease Condition of Arthritis(Joint Pain)
- Introduction
- Causes
- Types
- Symptoms
- Homeopathic Treatment

Introduction

Introduction of Arthritis(Joint Pain) Arthritis is an inflammation of a single or multiple joints and it can occur due to varied number of reasons. It is not a single disease. There are over 100 types of arthritis and related conditions and some of these are very common. Men, women, children and people of all racial and ethnic groups are affected by arthritis. Joint pain treatment with Homeopathy entails a complete case history taking and giving a holistic treatment for a lasting and permanent relief.

Symptoms

Symptoms of Arthritis(Joint Pain) Gradual pain and progressive stiffness without any noticeable swelling, chills or fever during normal activities- these are an indication of Onset of Osteoarthritis. Painful swelling, inflammation and stiffness in the joints of the upper and lower limbs, wrists, elbows, ankles, small joints of fingers or toes; pain that is worse especially in the morning on awakening (morning stiffness)- these are indicative of Rheumatoid Arthritis. If there is fever, joint inflammation, tenderness and sharp pains, sometimes accompanied by chills and associated with an injury or another illness, it indicates Infectious Arthritis. In children, intermittent fever, loss of appetite, weight loss, anaemia or blotchy rash on arms and legs may indicate Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. Other associated symptoms may be seen such as swelling, pain, a general feeling of stiffness and restricted movements especially in the morning, red shiny skin over the joints, deformity of the joint, numbness, loss of appetite, low grade fever and a general sense of being unwell.

Homeopathic Treatment

Homeopathic Treatment for Arthritis(Joint Pain) Homoeopathy considers arthritis as a constitutional problem and treats it accordingly. The scope of improvement with Homeopathic treatment for Arthritis of various kinds varies somewhat but overall the scope is very good. RA cases (in adults and children) respond well to treatment especially in the early stages. The medicines can reduce the frequency, duration and severity of the attacks and can delay the onset of complications. In advanced stages where deformities of the joints have occurred, Homeopathy can help to ease the pain. In cases of Osteoarthritis, the disease progress can be slowed down and significant pain relief can be achieved. Infectious arthritis can be treated well with homeopathy and the medicines help to control the infection as well prevent the complications of the disease. Overall the scope of Homeopathy for Arthritis is good and it is definitely suggested in all cases of arthritis.