NATURAL PRACTICE

HEALTH PROBLEMS

ARTHRITIS

Both rheumatoid and osteo arthritis are common joint complaints. Pain and limited movement are the most debilitating features.

HERBAL AND NUTRITIONAL APPROACH TO TREATING JOINT PROBLEMS

1. Increase the blood supply to the area to increase the supply of nutrients to the joints and to help eliminate waste.
2. Treat with herbs which have a history of use in arthritis. Modern research on some of these herbs supports the ancient uses.
3. Use diet to eliminate allergenic foods, especially with rheumatoid arthritis.
4. Follow a diet suitable for joint problems.
5. Some supplements may be recommended. Supplements can be used as part of the overall detoxification process. There are supplements which have been shown to provide pain relief.

Herbal anti-inflammatory remedies can be used to alleviate discomfort, without the risk of dangerous side effects sometimes caused by modern drugs.
Herbs used are nutritive and detoxifying to nourish and cleanse the body as well as having anti-inflammatory effects to help with pain relief.

It is important to get the right dosage of herbs and supplements for you. When selecting appropriate remedies, it is important to consider any medication