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Osteo-Arthritis

• Osteoarthritis is sometimes called 'wear-and-tear arthritis'.



• It is the most common form of arthritis, affecting up to 20 million Americans.
• Symptoms of osteo-arthritis occur when cartilage i.e. the tissue that cushions the ends of the joints, wear down.

• Osteo-arthritis is a degenerative joint disease, and is one of the oldest and most common types of arthritis.
• Osteoarthritis is different from rheumatoid arthritis, which is the most debilitating form and occurs when the body's immune system attacks the synovium, the tissue that lines the joints.
• Osteoarthritis is characterized by the breakdown of the joint's cartilage. This is the part of the joint that cushions the ends of bones. Cartilage breakdown causes bones to rub against each other, causing pain and loss of movement.

The Importance of Healthy Cartilage

Cartilage consists of 70% water that is bound to tissue proteins. Every time you move a joint, cartilage, absorbs the force by compressing and squeezing water out of the cartilage into the joint space. The water flows back in when the force is released, bringing with it nutrient that keep cartilage healthy.

Cells called chondrocytes constantly build and maintain cartilage. But in people with osteoarthritis, the ability of chondrocytes to make cartilage gradually slows. The cartilage gets rough or wears away entirely, causing painful friction as bone rubs against bone.
Osteoarthritis also occurs when joints are subjected to increased stress-from obesity, muscle weakness or high impact sports (jogging, basketball, aerobics, etc.). Men and women are equally susceptible.

More information about Osteo Arthritis

Age

Symptoms usually start after age 40, but cartilage damage can begin years, even decades, earlier. Most commonly affecting middle-aged and older people, it can range from very mild to very severe. It affects hands and weight-bearing joints - knees, hips, feet and back. There are many factors that can cause the condition. Although age is a risk factor, research has shown that it is not an inevitable part of aging.

Other factors

Obesity may lead to osteo-arthritis of the knees.

Also people with joint injuries due to sports, work-related activity or accidents may be at increased risk of developing Osteo-arthritis.

Genetics also plays a role in its development, particularly in the hands. Some people may be born with defective cartilage or with slight defects in the way that joints fit together. As a person ages, these defects may cause early cartilage breakdown in the joint. In the process of cartilage breakdown, there may be some inflammation, with enzymes released resulting in more cartilage damage.

Many arthritis victims suffer needlessly. They take a "grin-and-bear-it" approach to the pain - or they self-medicate with over-the-counter remedies that might not be that effective.

Many people can reduce or even eliminate symptoms like swelling, pain or stiffness in one or more joints with a combination of lifestyle changes and nutritional supplements including natural anti inflammatories.

How to decrease pain and improve joint movement in osteo arthritis:

• Use natural products to reduce inflammation and retard degeneration
• Exercise to keep joints flexible and improve muscle strength
• Heat alternating with cold therapy for temporary pain relief
• Joint protection to prevent strain or stress on painful joints
• Weight control to prevent extra stress on weight-bearing joints

Arthritis is associated with hyperacidity. A simple home Litmus paper test will help you assess and adjust your acid/alkaline balance. A balanced pH is 6.4. Your symptoms will diminish when you retain a balanced pH.

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