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Substances / Products / Procedures for Treating ArthritisDifferent
types of drugs are used for treating arthritis. The types of drugs used
for treating arthritis are divided into two major groups which include
stimulant medications which use various chemicals and natural medicines
which are a combination of medicinal herbs. Anti-inflammatory medications
such as aspirin, acetaminophen or ibuprofen are used for treating arthritis.
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are two natural substances that
are being widely used for treating arthritis. Corticosteroids are powerful
anti-inflammatory agents that are directly injected into the joint for
treating arthritis.
Fish oils rich in omega-3 fatty acids, is one of the other important natural product used for treating arthritis. Some of the other natural substances/herbs used for treating arthritis include pantothenic acid, bromelain, yucca, hydrangea, ginger, boswellin, and tumeric. Therapies such as hydrotherapy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy are commonly used for treating arthritis. Some of the surgical procedures deployed for treating arthritis include arthroscopy, osteotomy, and arthroplasty. Nutritional supplements that are the building blocks of cartilage play a major role in treating arthritis.
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