Osteoarthritis is one of the types of arthritis that is caused due to degeneration and eventually loss of the cartilage of joints. Cartilage is a tissue that covers the inside of the joints and acts as a cushion between the two bones forming a joint. When the cartilage starts undergoing degeneration, the bone becomes inflamed as its protective covering is lost. This causes pain during weight bearing activities such as standing, walking, etc. Osteoarthritis (OA) occurs more often as we age. Before age 45, osteoarthritis affects males more frequently. After 55 years of age, it occurs more frequently in females. Joint pain can cripple movement along with the distress it causes.

 

Causes:

• Old age

• Obesity

• Joint injuries

• Repeated stress on joints

• Genetics

• Bone deformities

• Certain metabolic diseases

 

Symptoms of Osteoarthritis:

• The common symptoms of Osteoarthritis: Heberden's nodes

• Pain and stiffness of the affected joint

• Swelling and warmth of the joint

• Creaking of the joint

• Pain is usually worse after repetitive use of the joint

• Stiffness is usually worse after a long period of inactivity

• Pain may occur at rest too (in severe cases)

• Limited mobility of joints

• Inability to squat

• Bony enlargement of small joints of fingers (called Heberden's nodules) Spine osteoarthritis can cause:

• Neck pain and stiffness

• Backache 

• Tingling numbness of extremities

 

Benefits of Homeopathy:

Homeopathy uses a holistic approach for Osteoarthritis. It enables better absorption of minerals and nutrients that are essential for bone health. Homeopathy slows the pace of further degeneration. It also improves the mobility of the affected joints. It vitalizes the body’s natural healing and ability to repair it to create a better state of health and wellbeing. Homeopathic remedies for osteoarthritis are of great help for patients of Osteoarthritis, both for providing relief from pain and ensuring that this degenerative disease is stopped in its tracks.

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