Are you struggling with joint pain, stiffness, or fatigue? You’re not alone. Over 18 million people suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, or RA. Beyond conventional treatments, there’s a natural solution: Chinese herbal medicine.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disorder. It occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your joints. This leads to painful inflammation, joint damage, and even disability if not managed properly. RA has several types, including seropositive, seronegative, juvenile, and palindromic RA.
Each type varies in severity and symptoms. The root cause remains unknown but is linked to genetics, environmental triggers, lifestyle factors, and gut health. Common symptoms include joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and profound fatigue.
Traditional treatments include NSAIDs, DMARDs, biologics, and corticosteroids. While effective, they may have side effects and are often expensive. Enter Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which takes a holistic approach. It addresses the root causes of RA by restoring balance to your bodys energy, or Qi. TCM practices include acupuncture and dietary changes, combined with herbal remedies for effective relief. Acupuncture helps alleviate pain and inflammation. Chinese herbs enhance this effect by reducing RA symptoms, improving joint function, and balancing the immune system.
Different patterns of disharmony in TCM explain your RA symptoms. Qi stagnation means blocked energy causes discomfort. Blood stasis leads to pain and localized inflammation. Yin and Yang deficiencies can cause coldness or dryness in joints, while phlegm-dampness indicates an accumulation of internal dampness.
Common herbs used in TCM formulas include Boswellia for pain relief, turmeric for its anti-inflammatory properties, and Corydalis for improved circulation. Each prescription is customized to address individual patterns of disharmony. Lifestyle habits complement both TCM and conventional treatments. Maintaining a healthy diet rich in anti-inflammatory foods, managing stress through mindfulness, and swapping sugary beverages for Chinese teas can significantly enhance your health.
Chinese herbal medicine is a beneficial way to manage rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and address the underlying causes.
- For Hot-Type Rheumatoid Arthritis; Plum Flower Four Marvel (Si Miao Wan).
- For Cold-Type Rheumatoid Arthritis; Duhuo Jisheng Wan Solitary Hermit Min Kang Brand.
- For Blood Deficiency-Type Rheumatoid Arthritis; Xiao Huo Luo Dan (Healthy Joint Combo) by Lao Wei.
- For Blood Stasis-Type Rheumatoid Arthritis; Plum Flower Clear Channels (Juan Bi Wan).
- There are also topical Pain Relief for Rheumatoid Arthritis such as 701 Dieda Zhengtong Yaogao Pain Patch and Zheng Gu Shui.
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