Arthritis and Chinese Medicine

Arthritis, pain in the joints, can occur in many conditions. Gout, fibromyalgia, pseudo-gout, lupus, psoriasis with psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis are some of the more common conditions that can cause pain in the joints. Clinical results when treating many types of arthritis are excellent. We have had many years of experience in the treatment of various types of arthritis.  

Frequently asked Questions
How do Chinese herbs treat arthritis?
 We use Chinese herbs to help reduce inflammation and rebuild connective tissue damage. Herbs that have strengthening effects and other herbs that have anti-inflammatory properties are used to treat many kinds of arthritis. 

Do I need to take drugs for arthritis?
 The most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis, can be treeated with Chinese herbs alone. Some aggressive and severe forms of arthritis may require strong drug treatment which can be combined with Chinese herbal treatment to enhance the effects and support the underlying condition of the body.

What is osteoarthritis and how is it treat with Chinese herbs?
 When there is a gradual loss of the protective and lubricating cartilage that allows for smooth movement the bones start to rub together causing pain and inflammation, this is osteoarthritis.  The Chinese herb treatment is aimed at rebuilding the connective tissue and supporting the cartilage.

What about cortisone injections?
 Cortisone can in some cases reduce pain and inflammation but it does not strengthen the cartilage and bone, in fact, cortisone weakens the cartilage further and removes essential minerals from the bone.

How do you decide on a formula that meets my needs?
 We formulate individual treatments for each client, making sure that only those herbs that we consider helpful to you are included. This is done by taking a detailed history of your problem and determining the underlying patterns of disorder that contribute to your problem or cause it.

Telephone Consultations

  Wherever you live you can have a Chinese herbal consultation over the phone after first providing us with your medical history.
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