How to treat arthritis with herbal tonics

Arthritis is not only a very painful issue to have to deal with, but it can also be one that is absolutely debilitating. There is more than one type of arthritis, but general arthritis is a deterioration and/or inflammation of one or more of the joints. Arthritis often comes with age and may also be an issue that has been caused by certain occupations or activities. There are some instances, however, when even very young people suffer with arthritis. The symptoms of arthritis include, swelling, pain, warmth, stiffness, and redness in and around the joint that is affected.

There are pharmaceutical methods for relieving some of the symptoms of arthritis, as well as surgical options. However, for some people, these are not the options that they prefer and for some, they may not even find relief from them. There are more natural means of relieving the discomfort and pain that arthritis causes, which may be not only preferred, but even more effective for some people.

Glucosamine and MSM (Methyl Sulfonyl Methane) are some of the most popular herbal methods of treating arthritis today. You can purchase them seperately or as a combination product. They can be taken in pill form or in liquid form. The liquid may not be nearly as palatable to some, but it generally absorbs into the body faster and more effectively than the pills do. The glucosamine is helpful because it is actually are able to assist in pain relief by relieving some of the inflammation, as well as in repairing the joint tissues that have been damaged. The MSM, on the hand, has been shown to repair cell walls, adding flexibility so that fluids can pass through more freely.

Chondroitin sulfate is a compound that the body has in it which is a very important part of proper cartilage growth and development. Because cartilage helps to protect the joints, when it is damaged or missing, these joints are going to suffer a great deal of damage. Taking a chondroitin supplement will encourage the body to begin making more of its own cartilage to protect these joints.

Alfalfa Tonic is a brand of product that some patients with arthritis have found helpful in relieving many of their symptoms. Included in this supplement are, low-temperature fluid extracts of Cola, Gentian, Hydrastis and Oregon Grape root. Naturally, as the name states, the primary ingredient is an extract of organically grown alfalfa concentrate. This product may also help to increase energy levels, mental and emotional issues, and digestion.

While not every product will work for every person, these are some that are worth a try. For those with arthritis that is causing them pain and stiffness, limiting their lives in ways that they would rather not have limited, they may find some relief from the symptoms at the same time that they are helping to repair the body. Life with arthritis is a frustrating and uncomfortable one at best, but in trying some of the above products, you may be able to find some relief and repair.