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Reactive Arthritis!

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture

Reactive Arthritis 

Treatment of Reactive arthritis
Homeopathic Treatment of Reactive arthritis
Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Reactive arthritis
Psychotherapy Treatment of Reactive arthritis
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Reactive arthritis
Surgical Treatment of Reactive arthritis
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Reactive arthritis
Other Treatment of Reactive arthritis
What is Reactive arthritis
Symptoms of Reactive arthritis
Causes of Reactive arthritis
Risk factors of Reactive arthritis
Complications of Reactive arthritis
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Reactive arthritis
Precautions & Prevention of Reactive arthritis
Treatment of Reactive arthritis 

Homeopathic Treatment of Reactive Arthritis

Homeopathy improves immunity, heals joints and relieves pain, inflammation and other complaints. It treats the person as a whole. Treatment is constitutional. It means that homeopathic treatment focuses on the patient as a person, as well as his pathological condition. It balances the energy system, improves immunity and body functions. It naturally cures the root cause of disorder. Some of the homeopathic medicines that can be used for treatment of Reactive Arthritis are:

Bryonia
Ledum
Silicea
Calcarea
Guaj
Kali
Merc
Phyto

Acupuncture and Acupressure Treatment of Reactive Arthritis

Acupuncture relieves by improving the physiological function of the organs and organ system. In acupuncture therapist will first diagnose the case on the basis of energy system or chi blockage as well as on the basis of status of five elements. On this basis certain disease specific acupoints are selected and stimulated.

Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Treatment of Reactive Arthritis

Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy can help in stress relief. They can help in better coping and early relief.

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Reactive arthritis

Allopathic Treatment of Reactive arthritis involves the following medications:

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Corticosteroids
Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers

Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Reactive arthritis

Limit your intake of sugar, fat, cholesterol and alcohol
Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables
Eat whole grains and lean protein
 

Other Treatment of Reactive arthritis

Strengthening exercises helps in developing the muscles around your affected joints, which increase the joint’s support.

What is Reactive arthritis

Reactive arthritis is joint pain and swelling triggered by an infection. The joints in your knees, ankles and feet are the usual targets of reactive arthritis. It develops shortly after a bowel, genital tract or, less frequently, throat infection.

 

Symptoms of Reactive arthritis

Joint pain in your knees, ankles and feet
Pain and swelling at the back of your ankle
Swollen toes or fingers, which may look like sausages
Pain in your low back or buttocks
Pain or burning during urination
Inflammation of the prostate gland
Inflammation of the cervix
Eye inflammation
Mouth ulcers
Skin rashes

Causes of Reactive arthritis

Numerous bacteria can cause reactive arthritis. The most common ones include:

Chlamydia
Salmonella
Shigella
Yersinia
Campylobacter
 

Risk factors of Reactive arthritis

Hereditary factors
Common in men
Age 20 to 40 years
 

Diagnosis of Reactive arthritis

Diagnosis of Reactive arthritis involves the following tests:

Physical examination
Blood tests
Joint fluid tests
Urine and Stool test
X-rays of your joints
 

Precautions & Prevention of Reactive arthritis

Cooked your food properly
Make sure your food is stored at proper temperatures

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