People with osteoarthritis suffer from tremendous pain and stiffness on their joints. It is important for them to find ways on how to alleviate the pa...
People with osteoarthritis suffer from tremendous pain and stiffness on their
joints. It is important for them to find ways on how to alleviate the pain aside
from the traditional mode of treatments such as prescribed medicines,
the over-the-counter pain relievers, physical therapy, and hip replacement surgery. If ever you ran out of your medicine or just want to try some alternative ways on how to manage osteoarthritis, some ingredients hidden in your cupboard at home might just what you need.
According to medical experts, osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease. Depending on its severity, it might just be a small bump on the road or a debilitating disease that affects your life in general. However, many have fallen victim to the complications from getting a hip replacement surgery, the last resort of
osteoarthritis patients. There have been reported cases of metallosis or metal
poisoning which prompted the recall of some hip implant devices, among them Stryker hip recall.
To prevent it from getting worse, home remedies may help you stop the progression of osteoarthritis. Here are some of these remedies used by some osteoarthritis patients:
1.
Onion
Onions not just add flavor to your food. They are rich in flavonoids which are
antioxidants that protect your body from infections. Onions have low calories as
well, so they are good for osteoarthritis patients as they are advised to lose
weight too.
However, the true power of onion against osteoarthritis is its ability to reduce
inflammation and stiffness on joints.
Also, they keep the bones healthy and strong, according to several studies as one of its components is found to have the same effect of Fosamax (alendronate), a drug used to treat osteoporosis. Make an onion paste and apply it topically on the
inflamed joints.
2.
Almond
Almonds are believed to reduce or prevent osteoarthritis because of their anti-
inflammatory micronutrients. They also lower your cholesterol levels.According to a study by the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases, they discovered that patients with osteoarthritis have low vitamin E in their system.
This study suggests that patients were not able to get the benefits of vitamin E.
Almonds are rich in vitamin E, therefore, prevent osteoarthritis.You may make a paste out of almonds and garlic. You will need 10 pieces of almonds and immerse them in water overnight. The next day, peel them off, and together with five cloves of garlic, grind them to form a paste. Apply this on your swollen joints
twice a day for better results.
3.
Epsom salt
Epsom salt is a good source of magnesium. It is the one responsible in regulating
the body’s pH level as well as bone growth. Magnesium ions control over 300
biochemical reactions in the body through their role as enzyme co-factors.
One of the cheapest forms of treating osteoarthritis is through having Epsom salt
baths. To do this, you just need two cups of Epsom salt and pour it into the tub
with warm water. Soak yourself for about 30 minutes everyday to relax your rigid
muscles and decrease inflammation. The magnesium in the salt is absorbed by the body and it calms and eases the stiff joints and muscles.
