Arthritis Symptoms & Causes: 

Arthritis is a condition characterized by damage of joints in the body. Specificaly, arthritis sufferers develop joint inflammation, stiffness, swelling and pain. There are actually hundreds of types of arthritis but the most common are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.  Over time, joints can become damaged which results in arthritis. Other common causes for arthritis include: age, genetics, previous injury, weight, occupational hazard and infection/illness.

Arthritis Symptoms: 

• persistent joint pain
• joint inflammation (joint swelling, stiffness, warmth)
• joint deformity
• fatigue
• weight loss
• pain or tenderness in joints that worsens with movements

Arthritis Types: 

• Osteoarthritis                             
• Rheumatoid Arthritis                          
• Juvenille Arthritis                             
• Septic Arthritis                            
• Still’s Disease                              
• Ankylosing Spondylitis

Arthritis can be very paiful and disruptive to our everyday lives. There are, however, many natural remedies available for your arthritis pain.
Arthritis Remedies:

• Treat Arthritis with Capsaicin Cream: Capsaicin is the active ingredient found in chili peppers which give them their “bite.” Long used as an arthritis treatment, when applied to the skin, it produces relaxing effects. Specifically, capsaicin reduces the amount of a neurotransmitter called substance P, which releases inflammation-causing enzymes and possibly trigger pain impulses to the brain. In other words, capsaicin blocks pain triggers from the source and is a great remedy for arthritis, pain and tension. For on-the-spot treatment, use all natural capsaicin cream and apply the affected area.
• Treat Arthritis with Devil’s Claw: Devil’s Claw is a plant that is native to South Africa. It has garnered much attention and popularity for its positive effects on rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, back pain and aches, neck pain and tendinitis. The roots of this plant contain anti-inflammatory and pain killing compounds called iridoid glycosides, ideal for back pain. Take natural devil’s claw capsules for arthritis relief.
• Treat Arthritis with Movement: Try exercises that move the joints to prevent stiffness from arthritis. T’ai chi is a great exercise to help your joints maintain a healthy range of motion. It combines range of motion and stretching exercising, helping arthritis sufferers feel reduced joint pain.
• Treat Arthritis with Willow Bark: Willow bark (from the willow tree) is a natural pain killer. It contains salicylic acid, an antiflammatory and pain relief component similar to aspirin. Willow bark can be taken in capsule form for effective arthritis relief.

Favorite Arthritis Natural Cure:

Arthritis is a painful condition. Whether you’re trying to write a simple note or just play ball with the kids, arthritis seems to make any simple matter difficult. There are natural remedies available for arthritis pain:

NatureWorks Swedish Bit Capsaicin Crm - Swedish Bitters Capsaicin, 4 oz