Does Kava relieve arthritis?
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Hi, I come from vanuatu, where kava is legal and everyone drinks it. I am not sure if kava relieve's arthritis but I do know that it relaxes everything.If you have a problem with going to the toilet, sleep,being tense,it kind of numbs your whole being, making you want to sit quietly in a dark corner with no bright lights and no noise,and no hangovers in the morning.
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there are many ways to treat it but not cure it.\nhttp://www.arthritis.org/
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Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disease.   Affected joints feel hot in addition to pain, and become twisted out of shape.  You really need a physician to treat that. \n    Osteo-arthritis causes the lining of certain joints to wear away and become painful.  It causes pain most frequently in hips, knees, back, fingers and toes.  It can be helped by physical therapy, and weight loss, if overweight.  Recent studies have failed to demonstrate benefits of nutritional supplements.  Vioxx was a good treatment, but is off the market now.  Aleve is helpful.
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(m)\n\nMedication will help reduce pain and inflammation. Although medication can not "cure" your arthritis, it can help you lead an active life again. \nThese are some of the treatments you can try. Your doctor can advise you. You may need to experiment to see which suits you best. \n\nsimple painkillers, eg. paracetamol \nanti-inflammatory drugs eg. ibuprofen (Brufen or Nurofen) \ncreams and gels, useful for small joints like finger joints \nmassage \nwarmth \naromotherapy \nacupuncture \nwax baths \nsteroid injections \njoint replacement operations \nSome people need to have regular treatment. Others only need to have treatment during a flare up of arthritis. \n\nIf your joints are very painful and inflamed, you will need to rest. Medication will help reduce any pain and swelling. Paracetamol is helpful, and is safe for most people to take. However, if you suffer from other medical conditions, or if you take other medication, it is a good idea to ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.\nWarming your joints with a warm flannel, hot water bottle, or a warm shower can help with morning stiffness and improve mobility.\n\nAs soon as you can, you need to become mobile and active. Sitting or resting for long periods will make your joints stiff and your muscles weak. Gentle walks and stretching excercises can help. Swimming is an excellent sport, and can help you keep mobile without putting a stress on your joints.\n\nIf you are overweight, you should try very hard to lose weight. \n\nThere is no evidence that special diets are helpful, and you should have a healthy diet which includes fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, and dairy products. Some people find taking cod liver oil helpful.\n\nYou may find getting out of a low seat is difficult, and many modern seats are too low and soft. You should choose a comfortably padded, upright chair, with a firm back and arm rests.\nIf you have arthritis of the knees, hips or ankles, wearing cushioned shoes can help. Look for good quality "trainers", or shoes with thick rubber soles. Choose shoes with a good grip, so that you feel secure while walking. If your walking is badly impaired by knee or hip arthritis, a walking stick or walking frame may be very helpful. \n\nIf you have disabling arthritis, there are many gadgets which can make life easier. This equipment can be found in large pharmacies, specialist shops, or from catalogues. An occupational therapist may be able to advise you. \n\nlong handled shoe horns \nspecial tools for putting on socks or stockings \nspecial grips for your keys \nadapted cutlery and beakers \nraised toilet seat \nhand rails in the bathroom or toilet \na special seat in the bath
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I haven't heard of that one before, but I have heard that it increases your chances of getting arthritis in your hands/knuckles.
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Rheumatoid arthritis is not something you screw around with.  If you screw around with treating it you will end up with permanent damage and disfigurement.  None of the alternative treatments legitimately work on it.  However, there are several extremely effective MEDICAL treatments that will prevent the damage and disfigurement not to mention the pain.\n\nI can not stress this enough.  Medical treatment -> pain free life, no problems.  No medical treatment -> intense pain, disfigurement, loss of function, maybe even death.\n\nDon't screw around.
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St Johns Wort really seems to help with axiety and Kava helps with stress, I have used them together with no problems and they do help. If you are on any prescription meds check with your pharmacist to make sure that they will be ok with your meds. Also don't take more than they say on the directions on the bottles. I hope this helps.\n                Boats.\n                             Boats.
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The monks of the Middle Ages grew mullen for a number of ailments, especially those associated with coughs and congestion. One of its common names was "bullocks lungwort," taken from a common home cure used to treat cattle with coughs and pneumonia. Sap from the crushed leaves of the plant is said to alleviate the pain of insect bites.\nhttp://www.arhomeandgarden.org/plantoftheweek/articles/Common_Mullen.htm\n\nMixed with heated beeswax, Mullen plant has been used to relieve Arthritis.\n\nDrinking 6-8 glasses of distilled water with apinch of unrefined sea salt could also do wonders.
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My husband has arthritis in his knees and hips from the same reason. Heating pads work for him at night, and aleve works for him during the day. The heating patches he wears to work and he swears by them. Winter makes it especially hard for him due to the cold weather so every night he takes a hot bath. At night we have the thermostat turned up to make our room warmer to ease the pain while he's sleeping...one simple rule of thumb...think heat because it will relieve the pain...as far as pills once again Aleve!
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Boy this one is right up my alley! LOL...I am a 44 yr old female and was diagnosed with junvenile arthritis,now I have osteoarthritis and its very painful. There is no cure for arthritis but if you can take them anti-inflammatories help alot of people. I have ulcers therefore I cant take them,if you have any kind of stomach problems like ulcers,GERD's,or nervous stomach they usually will make you very sick,check with your doctor.There are a few things that work with arthur as I lovingly (NOT) call it,it depends on how severely you have it. If you are in the first stages and dont have too serious of pain you can try massage,physical therapy,whirlpools and hot tubs,Water aerobics,there's alot you can try but like I said it depends on how far along and how much pain.I have to take pain meds for mine because Ive tried everything else and nothing works anymore when youve had it almost 30 years.Good luck to you and God bless.
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Arthritis refers to the more than 100 distinct diseases that cause pain and swelling, and limit movement in joints and connective tissue. Arthritis is the number one cause of severe pain and disability which limits physical activity. In the United States 40 million Americans have arthritis. Three million of these people are severely affected. It is usually chronic, meaning that it lasts a lifetime. The specific causes are not known for most types of the disease. But much is known about the symptoms, and how to treat them.\n\nPhysicians diagnose arthritis based upon the pattern of symptoms, medical history, physical exam, X-rays and lab tests. The main symptoms of arthritis are:\n* joint pain,\n* joint stiffness, \n* inability to move the joint freely, and\n* joint swelling.\n\nOther symptoms can include fever, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, lower extremity rash, and nodules. The key to effective treatment of symptoms is a personal plan devised by you and your health care provider. Symptom treatment usually includes:\n* medicine,\n* exercise,\n* rest,\n* use of heat and cold,\n* joint protection techniques, and \n* sometimes surgery.\n\nMany things can be done to reduce the impact of arthritis on everyday life. With proper diagnosis and design of a treatment plan, arthritis symptoms can be controlled. To learn more, call the Arthritis Foundation at (800) 283-7800.
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its used as a anti-inflamatory drug like for arthritis things like that
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Samantha... I'm an herbalist and i can't find anything on chachayotl except that it is an Aztec word  meaning rattles of a snake. there are several herbs that I can help you with that can help arthritis pain. my information is free and I would be glad to help, contact me direct.
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Sorry, but I don't know. It'd be cool to learn about.\n\nDo you have Arthritis? I do. Please email me:\n\neileenprince@sbcglobal.net
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Glucosamine with Condroiton has been proved to help ease pain in arthritic old people. \n\nI talked to my doc about it before, and while he said there were no studies done yet on young people with my condition, that it wouldn't be a bad idea. \n\nI've taken it off and on over the last couple years, and it does take about 4 months to do anything for you, and isn't very cheap, but it seemed to help me a bit. \n\nJust be sure to talk with your doc if your diabetic because it is a sugar - based compound.\n\nAlso, for achy joints you may want to think about reducing the impact in your exercises (maybe walking instead of jogging - think about it).
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The answers you have received thus far all have something to contribute. Exercise, relaxation, topical analgesics can all help alleviate pain. You may also want to look at the herb boswellia which has been shown in studies to relieve pain. My wife uses Shaklee's Pain Relief Complex (containing boswellia) with excellent results. The herb Cat's Claw is also good. As a preventative many people use glucosamine which builds cartilidge which can improve joint mobility, and thereby reduce pain.
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cracking your knuckles doesnt do jack sh*t to cause arthritis.  my grandmother cracked her knuckles for years and her hands were tiny and her fingers were slim..no arthritis.  i have been cracking mine for over 10 years and my hands are the same way.