Peter The Naturopath - Hyde Park, Adelaide

Osteo-Arthritis

The first sign of osteoarthritis is often stiffness in certain joints, commonly in the fingers, knees or hips.

As time goes by, the affected joints are likely to become painful on movement. The underlying cause of these problems is deterioration of the cartilage which normally provides a cushion between the bones of the joint.

Contributing Factors

The development of osteoarthritis may be accelerated by mechanical factors such as being overweight or overusing a particular joint. Your diet may not be provided the nutrients essential to the maintenance of healthy cartilage, your blood circulation may not be delivering nutrients effectively to the joints or there could be an accumulation of toxic metabolites.

Naturopathic Treatment

Elements of a natural approach to slowing cartilage deterioration, and possibly promoting cartilage repair, will include:

  • Weight loss if appropriate
  • Stimulation of the blood circulation that carries needed nutrients to the joints and clears away damaging wastes
  • Appropriate exercise to mobilise the joints and further assist with the removal of toxic residues
  • Provision of key nutrients in the diet and through supplementation
  • Support for the immune system and healing capabilities
  • Support for the liver and kidneys, if needed, to further assist with the elimination of toxins from the body
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