Arthritis is a disease may cause painful swelling and inflammation of the joints and are experienced my millions of people around the world. In the Medical researches suggest that there are more than 100 forms of arthritis but the most familiar form is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis takes place when the cartilage that supports the joints ear out, a process that occurs over a long period and is common among older people. Most people affected by this condition may experience pain, swelling, and stiffness, in the hip, knee, or hand.

To use herbs such as angelica arthritis, place one tablespoon of the cut roots of either species of Angelica in one liter of water and bring it to a boil. Cover up and simmer for two minutes. Remove the herbs for arthritis from heat and let stand, covered, until the water cools to room temperature. Strain and drink the tea in three doses during the day, two to three weeks at a time. So take a break of seven to ten days and start the treatment again if desired.

Other research indicates that fruits and other foods containing vitamin C could also be useful in preventing the development of arthritis. Studies reported in the Annals of Rheumatic Disease journal indicated that the research participants who consumed the least vitamin C were roughly three times more likely to develop arthritis than those who consumed the most.

Natural Methods for Arthritis Treatments: -

Heat and Cold: - Since heat and/or cold is not recommended to alleviate symptoms associated with all types of arthritis, the decision whether to use it or not should be discussed with your doctor or physical therapist. If appropriate for use on your arthritis pain, it must be determined which kind of temperature treatment should be used. Moist heat such as a warm bath or shower or dry heat such as a heating pad and placed on affected joint for about 15 minutes may relieve the pain.

Removing the following nightshades from your diet results in pain free joints: -

� Tomato

� Eggplant

� Tomatillo

� White potato

� Cucumber

� Peppers (all forms)

� Nicotine

� Cape gooseberry

� Garden huckleberry

� Thorn apple

� Belladonna

� Bittersweet

� Henbane

Joint Protection: - A splint or brace can be used to allow joints to rest and keep them from being used, which can exacerbate the condition and may lead to additional injury. As with many other treatments, your physician or physical therapist can make recommendations and possibly provide you with the brace.

Massage: Try massaging your fingers or other affected joints with coconut oil twice a day. Some foods and beverages to avoid that are inflammatory are: caffeine, salt, sugar, meat, dairy products, additives, soft drinks, white flour, white rice, alcoholic beverages, fast food, processed vegetable oils, refined, packaged and processed food.

Exercise/Weight Reduction: - Stretching exercises, swimming, walking, low-impact aerobic exercise, and range-of-motion exercises may reduce joint pain and stiffness while increasing joint mobility. In addition to alleviating some symptoms, the weight loss associated with an exercise program is beneficial in relieving the stress of extra weight on weight-bearing joints, especially the hips and knees.