Rheumatoid Arthritis - Alternative Medicines?

Question

Both my mom and I have RA. Hers is much worse than mine and she can't take Enbrel anymore because it lowers her immune system and she had to choose the lesser of two evils.

I don't want to go the western medicine route if and when I have to look at those options. What can I do NOW so I am better LATER?

Answer 1

HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR ARTHRITIS (Including Gout, Arthritis Deformans/Osteoarthritis and Rheumatism) :-

Pain knee joints, worse by movements; better initial movements, continuous pain in joints, worse while rising from seat; pain in heels, worse by movements. Cassia Sophera 30X, 4 hourly

Acute attack of gout of joints of the feet.Pain with bright red swelling Aconite Nap 200, 2 hourly

Pain with inflammation, worse by movements. Bryonia Alba 200 or 1M, 6 hourly

Complaints worse after rest and exposure to cold Rhus tox 200 or 1M, 4 hourly

Complaints worse during menstruation; beginning at the time of menopause; more in hands and feet Caulophyllum 30X, 4 hourly

When the origin of complaints is gonorrhoeal; worse during day time. Medorrhinum 1M. fortnightly (3 Doses)

When the origin of complaints is tubercular Tuberculinum k, 1M fortnightly (3 Doses)

Complaints of small joints with red or pale swelling; tenderness and shifting pains; worse by motion. Main remedy for gout during cold weather Colchicum 30X, 4 hourly

When Rhus Tox cease to work; pain is worse in cold damp weather and better by movements Calcarea Carb 200 or 1M, 6 hourly (6 Doses)

Nodosities in the joints with gastric complaints. At last nodules become painless (Rheumatoid Arthritis). Tongue whitish thickly coated Antim Crud 30X or 200, 6 hourly

Complaints of feets and ankles; stiffness Drosera 200 fortnightly (3 Doses)

Complaints of long bones; contraction of ligaments Causticum 30X or 200, 4 hourly

Pain worse at night; in wet weather; Rheumatism of large muscles Cimicifuga 30X, 4 hourly

Rheumatism; worse in damp cold weather. Gout.Pain in limbs and hip joints Natrum Sulph 30X or 200, 4 hourly

Pain travels downwards affecting the large part of a limb and passes through quickly along course of nerve Kalmia Lat 30X or 200, 6 hourly

Pains worse during rest, night and warmth, better by cold, open air and movements Pulsatilla 30X or 200, 4 hourly

Pain :- violent; bruised or as if sprained ; cannot bear touch, feels somebody coming near him may touch him and hit the affected part Arnica Montana 200, 4 hourly

Gout of great toe and joints with swelling; soreness and drawing pain on stepping; worse in warmth, pressure and motion. Pain travels upwards; better cold compresses Ledum Pal 200, 4 hourly

Gouty nodosities of joints; tearing pain and extremities and contraction of the muscles Guaiacum 30 4 hourly

Chronic nodosities of joints; hands twisted, out of shape due to deposits of water of soda Ammonium Phos 6X or 30, 4 hourly

Gouty complaints with offensive urine Acid Benzoic 6X or 30, 4 hourly

When there is red sand in urine in gouty patients Lycopodium 30, 4 hourly

Severe pain with enlargement of the joints; worse during rest and when storm approaches Rhododendron 200 or 1M, 10 min (3 Doses)

Almost a specific for gout (to drain out uric acid and urates) Urtica Urens Q(Mother Tincture) 4 hourly, 8 -10 drops in hot water

Arthritic deformans (chronic rheumatoid, particularly of fingers) Picric Acid 30X, 4 hourly

Rheumatic pains or arthritis after checked diarrhoea Abrotanum 30 or 200 4 hourly (6 Doses)

Specific for pain with numbness; Pain so severe patient says that he would prefer death than the pain Chamomilla 200 or 1M, 1/2 hourly (3 Doses)

Pain appear diagonally as right arm and left leg with sensation of cold, numbness and tingling Agaricus Mus 30X or 200, 4 hourly

In weak persons; burning pain with chilliness, feels better by heat, while eating, and worse in cold open air Capsicum 30X or 200, 4 hourly

Unbearable pain; rigidity and stiffness. Superiority / inferiority complex Platina 1M, weekly (3 Doses)

Pain flies like electric shock; due to exposurse of damp cold weather. Better by warmth and rest Phytolacca 30X or 200, 4 hourly

Rheumatic pain, worse after washing clothes, doing laundry work Sepia 30X or 200, 4 hourly

Pain in long bones; may be due to injury or rheumatism Ruta Grav 200, 6 hourly

Pain worse on slightest touch specially after loss of vital fluids like excessive bleeding, diarrhoea, vomiting China Off 6X or 30, 3 hourly

Pain in the small joints of extremities with swelling. Backache, worse in the morning before rising Staphysagria 30X or 200, 4 hourly

Pain heels; better by putting most of the weight on them Berberis Vulgaris Q (Mother Tincture) 4 hourly, 8 - 10 drops

Stiffing pain in all parts of the body; worse by movement Stellaria Q(Mother Tincture) 4 hourly, 8-10 drops in warm water

Rheumatic pain without swelling; pain joints; worse at night Iodium 30X, 4 hourly

Osteo-arthritis of large joints with degeneration. Pain, swelling, stiffness and tenderness of joints; worse by motion (cracking joints) and cold ; better by warmth O.A.Nosode 1M, weekly (6 Doses)

Chronic muscular rheumatism of back and neck. Intense pain along with sciatic nerve. Numbness alternates with pain Gnaphalium 30X or 200, 4 hourly

Muscular atrophy; rigidity and stiffness Strychninum 3X or 6X, 4 hourly

Rheumatism accompained with skin ailments and itiching; cannot walk erect Sulphur 200, 10 min (3 Doses)

Rheumatism of knee joint; with round worms Natrum Phos 6X or 30, 4 hourly

For defective bony growth; better by warmth and worse by cold Calcarea Flour 12X or 30, 4 hourly

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Take the remedy which is similar to your symptoms.
No side effects or complications if taken as directed, please do not exceed the given dosage and under any circumstances do not try to mix any remedies and avoid Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not store them in the fridge.
Curing without any side effects or Complications Thats the Beauty of Homeopathic Medicine

Take Care and God Bless you.

Answer 2

Applying hot or cold compresses can provide pain relief in some cases of rheumatoid arthritis. While using this way of relieving pain, remember that ice lessens pain and heat loosens the joints and increases blood flow.

Include balancing exercises in your regular schedule. The two good balancing exercises are water aerobics and Tai Chi. This is because balancing is an excellent way to develop strength without putting unneeded pressure on the joints. But stop the activity immediately if you experience joint pain. Consult your physician if the pain persists for over 2 days.

Answer 3

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 4

In rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system, for unknown reasons, attacks its own joints and surrounding tissues. Experts don't completely understand why this so-called autoimmune reaction occurs, but they think that some people have a genetic predisposition to rheumatoid arthritis and that its onset can be triggered by an infection, an inadequate diet, or emotional stress. This chronic inflammatory condition can begin at any age but most often appears between the ages of 20 and 40.

There's no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, but any of the remedies listed in the chart may alleviate chronic pain, reduce inflammation, or help slow joint damage. They can be used alone or together, as well as with conventional drugs. Effects may take several weeks to be felt.

Perform gentle non-weight-bearing exercises, such as swimming.

Try physical therapy; massage, heat, or cold packs may help too.

Get plenty of rest -- 10 to 12 hours or more a night if needed.

Supplement Recommendations -

Vitamin C
Dosage: 1,000 mg 3 times a day.
Comments: Reduce dose if diarrhea develops.

Vitamin E
Dosage: 400 IU twice a day.
Comments: Check with your doctor if taking anticoagulant drugs.

Zinc/Copper
Dosage: 30 mg zinc and 2 mg copper twice a day.
Comments: Add copper only when using zinc longer than 1 month.

Fish Oils
Dosage: 2,000 mg 3 times a day.
Comments: Check with your doctor if taking anticoagulant drugs.

Evening Primrose Oil
Dosage: 1,000 mg 3 times a day.
Comments: Can substitute 1,000 mg borage oil once a day.

Glucosamine
Dosage: 500 mg glucosamine sulfate 3 times a day.
Comments: Take with food to minimize stomach upset.

Ginger
Dosage: 100 mg 3 times a day.
Comments: Standardized to contain gingerols. Can also drink up to 4 cups a day of ginger tea.

Cat's Claw
Dosage: 250 mg standardized extract twice a day.
Comments: Take between meals.

Cayenne Cream
Dosage: Apply topically to affected joints 3 or 4 times a day.
Comments: Standardized to contain 0.025%-0.075% capsaicin.

Answer 5

What you need to take is MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). This works great on arthritis. I have had this problem for a long time, and since I take the MSM then no more problem. There is a great big write up about it from a University on the studies they have been doing with the MSM. The product I take is made by Prairie Naturals. Get your self a bottle from the health food store or drug store and give it a try. No more aches or pains.

Answer 6

You could reduce and cure joint pain due to arthritis by making small changes in your diet and lifestyle. Many of the remedies are inexpensive and do not have side effects like allopathic medicines. Check this out for natural remedies for arthritis http://aches.in/naturalcuresarthritis.ht...

Answer 7

I have had what is called an extremely HIGH,"rheumatoid "factor,for at least the past 10 years.I have not developed actual (painful),arthritis.There r several blood tests u need,if u have not already had.(among them),an
















ANA and rheumatoid factor.)Thanks to my MD,I have come to learn(and know 4 sure,that almost ALL autuimmune diseases,are caused by STRESS

Answer 8

I am not recommending this: but I have heard that marijuana helps with most types of arthritis and especially rheumatoid. They say it helps reduce swelling and pain. Again, I don't know for sure. It is just what I have heard through rumors.

Answer 9

Serratia Peptidase

Answer 10

There is a natural nutritional supplement called Beta 1,3-D Glucan .Find all the data at www.dna911.info It triggers an immune response in the body,creating a system against viral,bacterial,fungal,parasitic or neoplastic(abnormal tissue growth) invaders.Maybe this could be of help.

Answer 11

You and your mom might want to look into colon cleansing. Do a web search on the topic for specific reasons why and how and what products work. Most people don't eliminate as we should, so fecal matter will stick to the intestinal walls. The toxins in the feces will be reabsorbed into your body, and slowly poison you. I always wonder why so many people have faulty immune systems to begin with. There are so many diseases today that are attributed to the immune system gone haywire. I like all the recommendations given by the person (don't remember the name) who listed all the things like evening primrose, fish oil, etc. But in addition, it might benefit you to look into colon cleansing. Just be sure to drink enough water, if you decide to try any products for this. It's easy to get constipated, and you don't want that.