Tip #1: Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been around for centuries and is an ancient Chinese Medicine.
This process involves a medical professional trained in the art, inserting thin needles
into specific pressure points on your body.
The focus of acupuncture is to reroute the energy stored behind your pain, and
balance it throughout the body. It may sound gimmicky, but acupuncture is actually
one of the most researched alternative therapies in the world, and is even
recommended by the World Health Organization for a multitude of ailments.
Acupuncture is also one of the oldest pain remedies in history, and is completely
natural. These tiny needles are stimulating the energy laid out in pathways across
your body, called meridians. Studies have shown that acupuncture lowers the levels
of inflammation inducing chemicals in the body.
Keep in mind that acupuncture cannot be safely administered by anyone except for a
trained and certified acupuncturist.
The needles not only need to be placed in very specific spots connected to your
specific ailments, but there is a rigorous hygienic process as well. Make sure to
speak to your doctor, and get a referral if necessary, to find the right practitioner for
you.
And don't worry, it may sound painful, but the needles are barely inserted into the
skin, keeping the process relaxing and rejuvenating.
Tip #2: Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 Fatty Acids have made the headlines in natural health for some time now,
and for good reason. They are essential to a healthy and strong body. Omega-3 are
good fats, ones you find mostly in plants and marine life. There are two main types of
Omega-3's that are most commonly found in oily fish.
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)- EPA is the most well-known of the Omega-3's. It is
a name arthritis sufferers want to remember. EPA not only helps to breakdown and
synthesize those chemicals responsible for blood-clotting but it also helps
dramatically with inflammation.
But where does EPA come from?
The simple answer to this is fish. Fish oil contains an abundance of EPA. The fish
get this important Omega-3 from the algae that they eat. EPA fish oil is available in a
variety of ways, but is easiest consumed through capsules sold at your local grocer
or health food store.
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)- DHA is another important Omega-3. DHA is a
natural fatty acid abundant in the human body. It makes up the key parts of the retina
in the eye, and part of the brain, the cerebral cortex.
The Cerebral Cortex, or grey matter, is responsible for intelligence, personality,
motor function, organization, touch, sensory information processing, and language.
These things are vital to your everyday existence and can play a huge part in pain
management.
You can find Omega-3's in a variety of food, not just fish oil. These foods include
nuts, cold-water fish like salmon and tuna, seeds, and other supplements.
In a 2015 study on the role of Omega-3's on inflammatory diseases, it is found that
they can reduce symptoms of Rheumatoid and other arthritis symptoms.
Regardless of their pain management abilities, Omega-3 fatty acids should be a
regular addition to your healthy and active lifestyle. Check with your physician to see
which form of Omega-3's best fit your lifestyle.
Tip #3: Turmeric
Turmeric is nicknamed the Golden Spice and not just for its rich golden color.
Turmeric studies are ongoing, but its health benefits seem to be growing by the day.
This spice is found in many different curries and is harvested in India and Indonesia.
It's nothing new. Turmeric has been part of traditional medicine for centuries!
At the base of the healing properties of turmeric, it has been found to block the
protein that causes inflammation. Because of these blocking abilities, turmeric has
been found to ease the pain of inflammation just as well as some nonsteroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs, or NASAIDs.
And it’s all natural, which makes it even better.
The chemical in turmeric that does all the heavy lifting is called curcumin, and is the
secret to its anti-inflammatory abilities.
While inflammation does play an important role in our bodies, blocking pathogens
that could easily kill us, long term chronic inflammation like that observed in arthritis
sufferers can be debilitating.
Inflammation is a complex process, but the curcumin in turmeric is an inflammation
fighting bioactive substance that attacks the chronic inflammation on a molecular
level.
On top of helping with your arthritic pain, curcumin has been shown to fight
inflammation that also plays a major role in heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's and
many other conditions.
Turmeric can be taken in many ways from pills to the actual root. Why not add it to
your favorite dish? On its own, turmeric has a very mild taste and can compliment
almost any meal.
Tip #4: Massage Therapy
Massage therapy has long-term, lasting effects on pain management. The Arthritis
Foundation has indicated that a regular massage to the muscles and joints helps to
soothe the pain from arthritis.
If you've ever gotten a massage, you know that it can greatly increase your mood.
This effect is because massages boost the levels of serotonin in your body, a
chemical that contributes to happiness and well-being.
What you might not know is that massage therapy can also lower the body's
production of cortisol, a stress inducing hormone that also helps the production of a
neurotransmitter, Substance P. Substance P has a strong link to pain.
Several studies have been performed, most notably in 2013 by researchers at the
Touch Research Institute, and 2015 by the University of Miami School of Medicine.
Both studies show that moderate touch massage therapy not only can reduce pain,
but improve on grip, range of motion, and pressure.
Massages should be done by a licensed professional and are best performed by those
with arthritis specialties. You can always let your therapist know of any sore areas to
be avoided, and work with them to find the best pressure for your body.
Stiff muscles and joints are often exacerbated by stress and tension which we
struggle to avoid when in pain so regular massages will help alleviate these issues.
So, lay back and relax, and let a professional massage therapist massage those
aching joints and muscles! And don't be afraid to ask your specialist for at-home
massage techniques you can do yourself between sessions.
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