An estimated 27 million adults in the United States live with osteoarthritis—the most common type of arthritis. Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative joint disease, is caused by the breakdown of cartilage. Osteoarthritis is characterized by pain, joint damage, and limited motion. The disease generally occurs late in life, and most commonly affects the hands and large weight-bearing joints, such as the knees.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a health condition that causes pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function in the joints. Conventional medical treatments are highly effective for RA; however, researchers are also studying complementary health approaches as possible additions to RA treatments.
Some approaches that are used to manage arthritis symptoms include:
- glucosmine and chondroitin supplements
- acupuncture
- tai chi
- massage therapy
If you are thinking about trying a complementary health approach for arthritis, you might want to check out our resources and share them with your health care provider.
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