I have been diagnosed with Arthritis in my neck does anyone know any herbal cures for this condition?

Question

I get a pain the whole way down my left side and am taking anti inflamitary tablets but would rather not if there was an alternative

Not sure what type but has been suggested it was caused by an injury I sustained when I was hit by a car a number of years ago and hit my head on windscreen

Answer 1

You don't say what form of arthritis, and that makes all the dirfference in what treatments would be effective in your case. Moreover, I wonder what sort of tests were done... some arthritic-like conditions can lead to serious complications and need further treatment. I'd be sure to get a thorough checkup if the doc didn't already. And it's always good to get a second opinion when dealing with arhtritis and the spine.

As for herbal remedies, unfortunately, most of them are ineffective. Again, what you would use depends largely on the exact form of arthritis that you have. For the latest research on arthritic illnesses and herbal supplements, check out PubMed, U.S. National Library of Medicine, at http://www.pubmed.com/
(type the illness and a specific supplement in the search box, e.g. arthritis fish oil)
Also, be careful what information you get from books and websites... depend heavily on university and government sources- they're the most likely to have the latest state-of-the art information.

By the way, for many arthritis-like conditions, their causes and treatments are no longer a complete mystery. Find information at webmd.com and drkoop.com

UPDATE: Since you stated in "Additional Details" that the condition is probably related to a neck injury, you may be rather limited in effective supplement-based treatments for osteoarhritis. Again, check PubMed BEFORE you use a supplement recommended by friend, book, or website.

There may be limited benefit from S-adenosyl-l-methionine/SAMe (very very expensive at effective doses and hard to find high quality SAMe), glucosamine and chondroiton may be less effective than SAMe, and omega-3 fish oil has shown promise in recent studies. Check the studies for safety, dose, and effectiveness before you buy! And always discuss your supplemements with your doctor so drug-supplement interactions can be anticipated. REMEMBER that there have been very few studies on the long-term negative health effects of most dietary and herbal supplements!

Answer 2

This may seem like a joke, but I swear I heard of this Old folk remedy for all types of arthritis, and it is really supposed to work! Place a box of Golden raisins (not the dark kind!) in a bowl or jar and pour Gin (that's right-you heard me) over the raisins, until they are covered and bring the level of Gin 1 inch over. Cover well for 2 weeks. Eat 9 raisins a day (not 8, not 10). It may take a week or so to feel some improvement. Let me know if it works! Cheers!

Answer 3

Although it is still a mystery what cause arthritis, it is widely believed that increase body circulation will help.

Here are some of things that might help relief the condition (sorry not a cure)
- hot bath
- doing yoga (particularly hot yoga or Bikram yoga)
- gentle exercise like walking
- ginger or other warm tea rather than Jasamin which is considered a cooling tea

Best wishes.

Answer 4

Imagine for a moment your arthritis completely vanishing right now.

If, in a moment, your pain and stiffness melted away. And your joints all of a sudden functioned like a well-oiled machine.

Like a magic wand was waived, you'd be able to jump up from your chair and run around the room like a kid.

And imagine that you'd never have to suffer as much as a pinch of arthritis stiffness or pain ever again.

I know this sounds impossible right now, but bear with me, because sometimes miracles happen.

It was a gift from a woman on the other side of the world. From the kindness of her heart, she took pity on my suffering and taught me how to completely reverse my arthritis.

Today, I want to do the same for you!

Answer 5

I have arthritis in my neck and hands. I have tried glucosamine it did help a bit. At the moment I am drinking ginger tea that I find very good, but I have to say I always have some pain

Answer 6

First you need a diagnosis, see a Rheumatologist. They will then devise a program of treatment, the latest biological treatment, PT and Occupational Therapy. Rheumatoid Arthritis needs specialized treatment, if you wish to remain mobile. The Rheumatologist will also suggest natural supplements to take. Good Luck

Answer 7

I use Potters TABRITIS tablets which work for me. Whilst they are for humans, my brother uses them on one of his dogs, and they work. As you can't tell an animal what you are doing I tried them, and they are great although a tad expensive at £13-99 for 200 tablets. You take 3 x 2 tablets per day and it takes around 10 - 14 days to start working.

Answer 8

Information on arthritis,home remedies and treatment available at http://tinyurl.com/z5vx5

Answer 9

Suffer from it in hands and knees, I stick as best I can to the nutritionists diet and take 1050mg cod-liver oil every day. Try different things and see what works best for you is all I can say.

Answer 10

a magic bag works for me ( i heat it in the microwave). It's not herbal but I take Entrophen pain pills when the pain is unbearable--doesn't take it away but makes it bearable.