Arthritis Overview

Probiotics for the Treatment of Arthritis

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that are sometimes called friendly germs. They help maintain a healthy intestine and aid in digestion. They also help keep harmful bacteria and yeasts in the gut under control. Most probiotics come from food sources, especially cultured milk products. Probiotics can be taken as capsules, tablets, beverages, powders, yogurts, and other foods.

Arthritis and Guggul

Guggul (gum guggul) is a resin produced by the mukul mirth tree. There is insufficient evidence to support the use of guggul or guggul derivatives for the management of rheumatoid arthritis.    Avoid if allergic to guggul. Avoid with a history of thyroid disorders, anorexia, bulimia, or bleeding disorders. Signs of allergy to guggul may include itching and shortness of breath.

How is arthritis treated in conventional medicine?

General: Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and periarthritis are managed with medications that reduce pain and inflammation. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis may also require treatment with medications that weaken the immune system, such as corticosteroids or immunosuppressants. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to repair damage.

What You Need to Know About Arthritis

All you wanted to know about arthritis and how you can help yourself through physical therapy.

Massage for Arthritis

Video of hand massage for relieving arthritis pain.

Massage Therapy for Managing Arthritis Pain

Massage for managing arthritis pain.

Turmeric Prevents Experimental Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bone Loss

Study for potential of turmeric in treating osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.

Turmeric shows health benefits for arthritis

Research study from University of Arizona studying the chemical properties of turmeric that might point to beneficial uses for treating arthritis.

Oil pulling relieved my neck and upper back pain. The pain in my legs and joints significantly lessened as well.

Wild oregano oil worked for me. It substantially relieved pain and inflammation from arthritis. I rubbed six to ten drops of oil of wild oregano mixed with one tablespoon of olive oil into the affected area. Pain was gone within three days.

Apple pectin capsules taken with orange or grape juice helped with symptoms of arthritis and other bone ailments.

Gelatin mixed in beverages helps with stiffness and other symptoms of arthritis.

I take two tablespoons a day of blackstrap molasses everyday. After beginning this treatment, the arthritis pain in my knee disappeared within two weeks.