I was diagnosed with RA 6yrs ago, I am currently taking Methotrexate and Humira. They are maintaining a low level of comfort, but it's better than nothing, I am just curious what some other people are trying. Is anyone using a herbal remedy that is working, a certain diet that is helping them. My current treatments work, but it would'nt hurt to have some more options.
2007-07-24 05:08:26 · 13 answers · asked by kmjreade 2 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
I'm 35, female, have had AS and RA since about 10 yrs. old. I have been on methotrexate, and lots of other things through the years that I can't even remember. I am doing really super, right now, and am on NOTHING prescription. 2 years ago I had a total hip joint replacement and have occassional achiness, nothing to comoplain about. I started out seeing a naturopathic dr. years ago and she got me on track with supplements. Now I see an accupuncturist and have an occassional massage. However, the best thing by far that I have done is yoga. I love it. It makes me feel strong and limber and gives me energy. I feel better now than I did as a child. I've been doing it for 4 years, both at class and on my own. I attend a class that is for Level 1, beginning, and have a really good insntructor that takes her time in teaching you modifications for if you have neck, back, knee problems. It can be done in a very gentle way and is very adaptable for if you have a disability. I would recommend starting out with a class if you are interested. On your own would be hard, to start with. I do supplements, most all are ones commonly known to help with arthritis. Glucosamine, condroitin, fish oil, cal, mag, potass,vit. e, b complex.. Also, I try to steer clear of sugar. That's a big help for me, but we are all different. Most of all, I just live by the motto: move it or lose it. Also a note on methotrexate. My aunt who is 68 has been on it for almost 20 years. She has severe lung problems associated with it. Reoccurring pnemonia, bronchitis, cough that never goes away. Over all it has probably not helped prevent any of her disfigurement. Her hands and feet are horribly crippled. It has helped with the pain, of course, but she wishes that she had been doing more of what I am doing when she was younger. She feels it is too late now.
2007-07-24 06:00:33 · answer #1 · answered by I39 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
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!
2016-05-15 15:49:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-07-24 09:58:18 · answer #3 · answered by Randall H 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
There are a LOT of ingredients that help with joint health. A few of the most popular that our customers order are Hyaluronic Acid, Microlactin, Tart Cherry Extract, Sam-E, Litozin (Danish Rose Hips), Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM, Boswellia, and some of the Essential Fatty Acids (especially Omega 6 fatty acids).
Unfortunately, different people respond differently to different supplements, so it's impossible to say which will work best for you unless you talk to a doctor that knows about supplements. The order that I listed the ingredients above it typically the order that people buy the products in (popularity) and the speed that they typically get into the system.
There are also some enzymes and other things that may indirectly help with joints (like Bromelain from Pineapples for inflamation, or antioxidants like Turmeric)... but the items I listed are primarily for joint nutrition directly.
2007-07-24 05:58:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
I recommend reflexology and massage
Also, not being so stressed out. My arthritis flares up when I'm stresses out.
I have a very healthy diet. I also have tons of auto immune disorder - alopecia, rhumitoid arthristis, Hashimoto's disease.
Everything is okay when I am not hyper or stressed.
2007-07-24 05:40:13 · answer #5 · answered by heartshapedmailbox 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Mangosteen. It is a natural anti-inflammatory and inflammation is the main source of pain in Arthritis. website www.mymangosteen.com/esowell. You may also want to look at www.mangosteenmd.com. This site is put together by the two foremost experts on the health benefits of the Mangosteen fruit.
Best of Luck!
2007-07-24 17:10:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Glucosamine combined with chondroitin is supposed to help.
Packs containing both can be obtained at Health Stores.
2007-07-24 13:56:29 · answer #7 · answered by Susan Yarrawonga 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
RA is autoimmune which means that your body is attacking itself. There are a few things you can do to help stop the immune reaction. #1 work on Leaky Gut Syndrome which is prominent in most autoimmune cases. #2-check out Ambrotose from Mannatech. It actually provides the nutrients to help your body rebuild the receptor sights on the outside of your cells so that your body recognizes itself and stops attacking itself.
2007-07-24 07:30:56 · answer #8 · answered by chrys 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There are a lot of natural compounds that help with the pain of Arthritis! Check out the site below for a list of these naturals!
http://www.holisticonline.com/Remedies/Arthritis/arth_RA_homeopathy.htm
2007-07-24 05:25:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
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2007-07-24 05:19:31 · answer #10 · answered by pam b 2 · 0⤊ 6⤋