Alleviating Arthritis Pain With Herbs--Part II

Modern medicine's response relief for arthritis is actually a double-edged sword. There are dozens of medicines to choose from, several of which have been designed for a daily dose desirable. These medicines also have the backing of the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which oversees years of medical research before they can be released to the general public. The medical risks of taking these drugs, unfortunately, can be serious. There is no basis to prescription medication can claim to be free of these risks. Stomach ulcers, kidney damage and bleeding complications are among the most commonly seen.

When considering taking a herbal remedy for arthritis relief, the big question should be, these are a safer alternative to modern medicine? The effectiveness is comparable? Let's look at three different medicinal plants with the safety and effectiveness in mind.

The healers practicing Ayurvedic medicine has long used Boswellia serrata, also called Indian OLÍBANO, to relieve arthritic symptoms. The gomoso resin obtained from the Boswellia tree contains boswellic acids have shown that anti-inflammatory properties. In comparative studies against conventional nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (AIN), Boswellia proved to be safer with the same effectiveness.

Boswellia acts differently to the Ain conventional insofar as it inhibits the production of leukotrienes, which are chemical mediators on the road that leads to swollen joints. This means that it is not hard in the stomach like aspirin or Ain.

The recommended dose of Boswellia is 450 milligrams daily boswellic acid (usually 150 mg three times a day). Note, however, that the extract could buy the milligram strength of the entire extract, only a percentage of what will be boswellic acids. You will have to leave your calculator to find out how much boswellic acid that is actually receiving. Why do we always?

Personally, I think Boswellia is an excellent choice for arthritis pain relief.

Another Indian herb used for arthritis relief is turmeric, a major ingredient in curry powder. In Ayurvedic medicine, which has multiple uses. As applied to arthritic relief, turmeric se cree que inhibit prostaglandins, much the same way as AIN. Unfortunately, the risk of stomach ulcers also exists. The recommended dose is 500-1000 milligrams several times a day. My advice: Do not be my first choice because of the risk of stomach ulcers.

Cayenne pepper is a perfect example of an herbal product that was "rediscovered" by modern medicine, and later was found on pharmacy shelves as a "modern arthritic cure." Providers of health care called "capsaicin" and I am sure that sold for a higher price when it was first as a prescription product.

Capsaicin is presented as a cream and fortunately, a recipe is no longer necessary to purchase. The strength of the cream is 0.025% or 0.075%. It applies 3-4 times a day, the painful joint. How does it work? Well, have you ever eaten a hot pepper and noted that, after burning diminished, his tongue was indifferent? The same process works in the joints. During the first few days after starting the cream, all are supposed to burn a little and there will be no pain relief at all. This is because the red pepper is the liberation and then using the substance P, a chemical essential to the ability to sense pain nerves. Once all the Substance P is exhausted, the nerve is "numb" and it remains as long as you keep applying the cream.

I like capsaicin cream. It has no side effects and can be used in combination with medications taken internally. Patience, however, is the key to its success.

Once they reach a reasonable improvement in the pain of arthritis, stick with treatment and begin a gentle but persistent exercise program such as water-walking, bicycling or just walking. His joints actually feel better and will be less likely to suffer long-term complications of arthritis. Keep moving and good luck!