Rheumatoid Arthritis: How osteopathy can help

1. Rheumatoid Arthritis: How osteopathy can help Rheumatoid arthritis can affect your life in a variety of ways. From fatigue to lack of appetite and more. But the most limiting symptom for many individuals suffering with rheumatoid arthritis is pain. Living with rheumatoid arthritis can be a challenge. The pain and stiffness that you experience can substantially affect your day-to-day activities. While there is no specific cure for rheumatoid arthritis, medical advances have revealed a variety of therapy options to help manage symptoms and reduce further arthritis progression. One of these therapies is osteopathy. Your osteopath at Tim Wood Healthcare may help manage your rheumatoid arthritis; and we’re going to tell you how (so keep on reading!). But what is ‘rheumatoid arthritis’? Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disorder that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. Typically, it affects the feet, hands, and wrists, however it can affect other areas of the body too. This type of arthritis is an autoimmune disorder. This means that your immune system - which normally fights infection - mistakenly attacks the healthy cells that surround your joints, causing them to swell and become painful. This can cause joint, cartilage, and bone deterioration over time. Oh, and it’s very painful! Did we mention that already?

2. Treatment approaches for rheumatoid arthritis ● Osteopathy Osteopathy is a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) that works on the principle that the body can heal itself naturally. It may effectively reduce pain and enhance joint function in people suffering with rheumatoid arthritis. If you are considering osteopathy as a therapy for your rheumatoid arthritis, contact an osteopath at Tim Wood Healthcare who is experienced in managing this condition. ● Treat-to-target strategy Managing rheumatoid arthritis has been revolutionised by the "treat-to-target" strategy. It is a game-changer! Here's how it works: you and your osteopath at Tim Wood Healthcare set specific treatment goals and closely monitor your disease activity to ensure everything stays under control. The ultimate aim? Achieving remission or low disease activity helps to minimise joint damage and in turn leads to better long-term outcomes. It is all about tailoring the approach to meet your unique needs and help you feel your best. ● Dietary changes Even if dietary changes have not been proven to improve rheumatoid arthritis, some patients notice that their symptoms worsen after eating certain foods. Consider eliminating troublesome foods (such as overly processed foods, or those high in artificial sugar or saturated fats) for a few weeks to see whether your symptoms improve. Overall, we recommend that your diet remain healthy and balanced. A mediterranean-style diet works best in such cases. It is rich in fruits, legumes, vegetables, nuts, cereals, grains, fish, beans, and unsaturated fats like olive oil. Managing your rheumatoid arthritis! If you are dealing with rheumatoid arthritis and want to explore a new treatment option to help reduce the severity of your symptoms, consider contacting Tim Wood Healthcare - Osteopathy in Maidstone and Rainham. The experienced team of osteopaths at Tim Wood Healthcare can develop a personalised treatment plan just for you and help you manage your RA pain. Get in touch with the team today by visiting their website, www.timwoodhealthcare.co.uk Source: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/rheumatoid-arthritis/treatment/

3. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/rheumatoid-arthritis/ Contact Us Company Name: Tim Wood Healthcare Address:1 ) 94 Woodside, Wigmore, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 0PN,UK 2 ) 21 Warden Cl, Maidstone ME16 0JL, United Kingdom Phone(s) : 01634 420046 | 01622 260101 Email id: info@timwoodhealthcare.co.uk Website: https://www.timwoodhealthcare.co.uk/