Arthritis Pain Relief for Joint Inflammation

Getting relief from inflammation is critical for Arthritis sufferers who want to have freedom of movement and relieve arthritic pain.  There are many common medications on the market that do the job effectively but not without major drawbacks and never long term results.  Prescription medications like Vioxx, Celebrex, etc. which include Cox-2 inhibitors are the most commonly prescribed for arthritis sufferers.  They can provide temporary relief, but sometimes they can be extremely dangerous to your health and put you in the hospital!

Even the over the counter medications and supplements such as aspirin, acetaminophen and ibuprofen can have permanent damaging effects on your body and even poison your liver.  A safer alternative to the synthetic medications may be the use of certain natural herbs and supplements. They work with your body and gently bring your body back to its ideal state of wellness.  They are not magic bullets, but they do work and with the right approach, they can give you long-term and even permanent relief.

Here are some of the most commonly used anti-inflammatory arthritis joint supplement options for joint pain relief:

ARNICA – Used in cream form to prevent bruising and swelling of joints due to injuries.

BOSWELLIA – Taken orally to help reduce inflammation of joint tissue and treat arthritis..

OMEGA-3 Flax or Fish Oils – Help soothe and quench joint inflammation.

GRAPE SEED EXTRACT – Works well for swollen ankles due to circulatory difficulties an blocks histamine associated with allergic reaction.

DEVIL’S CLAW – Works well for arthritis pain.

WHITE WILLOW BARK – It includes the same component, salicylic acid, as aspirin. However, does not upset the stomach. Good for arthritis.

GINGER – An effective treatment for bursitis and arthritis.

GLUCOSAMINE – Great for giving your body the raw materials to rejuvenate the joint socket and provide lubrication.

MSM – Great for giving your body the raw materials to rejuvenate the joint socket and provide lubrication.

TURMERIC – It is used for arthritis, bursitis and tendinitis.  It is found in Curry dishes as well.

Feel free to add these to your diet (please get your doctor’s approval if you are taking prescription medications or are under their care) as they can help you become more flexible and less stiff and swollen and also have less joint pain.  Here’s to Happy Joints!