What causes arthritis, and can Ayurveda help manage joint pain naturally? - #14611
For the past few months, I’ve been experiencing stiffness and pain in my joints, especially in my knees and fingers. At first, I thought it was just normal aging or maybe overuse, but the pain has been getting worse, and I’ve started feeling stiff in the mornings. When I looked up my symptoms, I found that they are similar to arthritis, which has me really worried. What exactly causes arthritis, and how do I know if I have it? Are there different types of arthritis, and do they all have the same symptoms? I heard that osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the most common types, but how do doctors tell the difference? Does it require blood tests, X-rays, or something else? I also read that there’s no permanent cure for arthritis, and most people just take painkillers or anti-inflammatory drugs. But I don’t want to rely on medication forever. Can Ayurveda help reduce arthritis symptoms naturally? I’ve seen mentions of Ayurvedic oils and herbs like ashwagandha, turmeric, and boswellia. Do these actually work, and how should they be used? If anyone has arthritis and has found effective treatments—whether natural or medical—please share your experience. What helped relieve your pain and stiffness the most?
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