Archive for October, 2008
The simple answer is yes, well not for all, but for many, Yes nettles really can offer some relief from the pain and inflammation . Nettles have been used for thousands of years in one form or another for there healing properties. In the case osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis many plants and natural substances exist that that are known to aid joint pain and inflammation, with the most extreme probably being the common Stinging Nettle.
October 30th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
As far back as 400 B.C., Hippocrates - the Greek physician, used bee venom to treat joint pain and swelling, in fact bee venom therapy has been with us since the birth of medicine itself. Reference’s to the treatment go all the way back to ancient Egypt and Greece. The medical or correct name for the procedure is ‘Apitherapy’, the technique is more widely used in Eastern Europe, Asia and South America. Today many people still find this therapy helpful when addressing conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and osteoarthritis (OA).
October 29th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a disease whose symptoms include chronic inflammation or swelling of the joints. In the long term, it can lead to joint damage, pain, stiffness and problems with mobility. Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic disease. That means that it may never go away. According to the Arthritis Foundation, it is also a systemic disease which means that Rheumatoid Arthritis can affect other systems or organs in your body. It is a very serious disease which needs early diagnosis and treatment in order to help you continue living as normally as possible.
October 27th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
As far back as around 400 B.C., Hippocrates - the Greek physician commonly referred to as the “father of medicine”, used bee venom to treat joint pain and swelling, in fact bee venom therapy has been around for thousands of years. Reference’s to the treatment can be found in ancient Egypt and Greek medical writings. Also known as apitherapy, the technique is more widely used in Eastern Europe, Asia and South America. Today many people still find the stings of honeybees helpful when addressing conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and osteoarthritis.
October 26th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
Osteoarthritis, which is a type of arthritis is also known as degenerative arthritis and is the result of the wearing off of cartilage in one or more joints. The bones and joints are cushioned by a thick connective tissue known as the cartilage which protects them as well as helps not to rub against each other.
October 18th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
On a recent travel from New York to London, I overheard a lady on the plane telling her that her TMJ is bothering her so she needed water to take some aspirin.
October 17th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
Dog cookie pet treats are available on a number of online stores which supply items for animals. In this article a few of the dog cookie pet treats which are sold by them are listed for your convenience.
October 17th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
If you have been looking for a way to treat your arthritis without success, you may now try acupuncture. Acupuncture has become a very popular method of treating arthritis. Many people who made use of this ancient Chinese way of treating pains called acupuncture can attest to the fact that it actually works on arthritis. But who knows whether it will work for you or not if you don’t try it out. My humble advice? If all else fails, I think you should try acupuncture.
October 11th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
Arthritis is a disease of the joint that is affecting lots of people, especially the aged. Arthritis, as an inflammation of the joint, causes a great deal of pain in its victims.. Simply put anyone suffering from general swelling and pain in the joint could be suffering from arthritis. If you are, don’t waste time to see you doctor because the longer you wait, the worse it becomes.
October 9th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments
Arthritis is rated as the second highest health problem that causes disability. The highest numbers of people who have been rendered helpless by arthritis are approximated to have a higher percentage next to victims of heart disease. Besides heart disease, no other disease is as destructive as arthritis. At least, so say the experts.
October 8th, 2008 | Posted in Arthritis | No Comments