Not really - they relieve the symptoms some, but they're a pain to use (no pun intended) and really not as effective as anti-inflammatories and other drugs. But, some people swear by them, so like anything, it's a matter of patient opinion and the Placebo effect as much as anything. The only way to find out if they're right for you is to try them. I can only give you my perspective.
Can you have good bone density but yet have arthritis?
No, it shows the density of the bone, People that have arthritis however are often more likely to get bone density problems because of the drugs they have to use to control the disease and often restrictions in their lifestyle may also make them more prone to bone density problems.
Can you get gout in your hip if you have arthritis?
Yes, Gout is a form of arthritis. Arthritis is the term used problems that end up causing problems and pain in the joints of the body. and is treated by a rheumatologist
Does cider vinegar cure arthritis?
There is no cure for arthritis. But there are many home remedies to slow the process. I have read about cherries, and a special chicken bone broth (for soup) that help with the arthritis but, I would recommend you to talk to your doctor about the best options.
How do you ease the pain of Arthritis in the knee?
You should stretch it out and be very careful.
You should stretch it out and be very careful.
You should stretch it out and be very careful.
You should stretch it out and be very careful.
How do you ease arthritic hip pain?
There is at present no cure for arthritis. There are treatments and in some cases exercises that slow or make the disease easier to live with, however, There is also some promising work happening in the US, Australia and Britain with stem cell work where damaged bone cartilage and ligament is being grown to repair damaged joints. They are up to the human testing stage in Australia after having had very encouraging results in sheep.
Arthritis is the joint pain, swelling and inflammation of one or more joints due to cartilage breakdown. Learn about arthritis causes, symptoms.
Tuberculous Arthritis
Tuberculous arthritis is an infection of the joints caused by tuberculosis.
Fungal Arthritis
Fungal arthritis or mycotic arthritis is a slow progressing fungal inflammation of joints.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a chronic disease, inflames joints, tissue and organs.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic autoimmune disease which initially attacks the synovium, a connective tissue membrane that lines the cavity in the joints.
Viral Arthritis
Viral arthritis is discomfort and inflammation of joints due to a virus or after a vaccination.
Gonococcal Arthritis
Gonococcal arthritis or disseminated gonococcal infection (DGI) is joint infection occurring with gonorrhea.
Should Pain in toe may be a symptom of gout?
Although traditionally described as a problem of the joint of the grat toe, so much so that it gets a special name " podagra." However it can impact almost any joint, knee, fingers, spine and the soft tissue where it builds up uric acid crystals.
All of these can be as a result of inflammation brought on by arthritis, however the only way to be sure is to get it checked out by a Rheumatologist and or a neurologist.
Can you get arthritis from typing too much?
Typing can cause repetitive stress syndrome leading to carpal tunnel problems or tennis elbow. Usually this happens if you sit at the wrong height, or type with fingers in isolation. That is the reason people should learn touch typing if they use the computer for any great length of time. Basically if you are feeling pain after typing, you should examine what you are doing wrong. If you ignore the pain for too long, you may end up needing carpal tunnel surgery.
What is the best pain reliever to take daily for arthritis?
It all depends on if there is inflammation or not aspirin is also an noninflammatory which is handy in quite a lot of arthritis pain problems However if there is no inflammation then a simple analgesic should do the trick.
Can you have osteoarthritis in the back?
Not normally Gout tends to attack the extremity's like toes and fingers.
How does uric acid effect body parts?
Normally the body filters uric acid and it is removed with urine, however if this function is impaired in some way you end up with a situation where the uric acid turns into crystals that settle in joints usually starting with the big toe. this is an extremely painful condition that can be accompanied with severe swelling around the affected joints. the joints most likely to be affected are in the hands and feet. A diet low in purines is the first suggestion for those suffering from this condition.
What do you do if your knee cap moves?
It is perfectly fine if the knee cap moves just a little bit, because some people can do that. Though, if the knee cap moves too much, then it becomes a health concern.
What is the prognosis for juvenile arthritis patients?
The prognosis for pauciarticular JA is quite good, as is the prognosis for spondyloarthropathy. Polyarticular JA carries a slightly worse prognosis. RF-positive polyarticular JA carries a difficult prognosis
What is the steroid taken for arthritis?
Corticosteroids, Steroids for short , are man made drugs that that are a lot like cortisol, a hormone that is naturally made by the body. they reduce the activity of the immune system and as a result reduce inflammation. Corticosteroids are used to treat inflamation. in a variety of inflammatory diseases such as Rheumatoid arthritis which is an autoimmune disease, and similar conditions.
Corticosteroid medications include; triamcinolone, cortisone, prednisone, and methylprednisolone.
What is the effect of uric acid on milk?
if you are asking about uric acid pains, milk acts as a pain-stopping agent, but it does not have a positive affect about stopping the actual acid pain, and it may make it worse.
if you are talking about normal function, it is healthy.
Does eating oranges aggravate arthritis?
My dad used to be in a wheelchair because of arthritis. So one day when he was at the doctor's the doctor asked him if he ate any grapefruit and my dad told him that he had one every morning. The doctor told him to stop. In a month my dad was out of his wheel chair.
How do you have a less chance of arthritis if you exercise?
Exercise will not reduce your chance of getting arthritis. You either have it or you don't. However exercise and strong muscles will reduce stress on the joints affected by arthritis and as a result alleviate the pain that so often comes with it.
Does gabapentin good arthritis?
According to the website in the associated link below (How to Treat Arthritis Pain With Neurontin or Gabapentin) it does
Is osteoarthritis of the knee a Industrial disease?
No but it can be exacerbated as a result of the industry one is engaged in. Osteoarthritis can also appear as the result of injury's brought about by industrial processes A person starts out with the build up that has within it the possibility of OA while some may sustain an injury to the joints and heal up never to be bothered by it Others may develop OA and find that the problem is exacerbated by the weakness or disease.
Can a gout patient take 75 mg aspirin tablets daily?
It depends on what other treatment he is under going.
Lowering the uric acid level in the blood by increasing the excretion of uric acid in the urine with drugs such as probenecid or sulfinpyrazone is another strategy. Keep in mind that aspirin blocks the effect of probenecid and sulfinpyrazone and should not be used at the same time. Where pain medication is required, acethaminophen or ibuprofen can be safely administered instead. Drinking a lot of fluids - at least 3 quarts a day may also help reduce the risk of damage to the joints and kidneys when the excretion of uric acid is increased.
What age and gender does Osteoarthritis most often affect?
Osteoarthritis a noninflammatory form of arthritis is the most common joint disorder. It is most likely to begin between the ages of 40 and 50 and affects nearly everyone by age of 80. Osteoarthritis is found more often in men before the age of forty as a result of injury's However during the age of 40 to 70, It appears more readily in women then it does in men. After age 70, the disorder effects both sexes equally.