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Herbs for Psoratic Arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is a type of arthritis where a rash resembling psoriasis forms over the arthritic joint. There are several conventional treatments for psoriatic arthritis, including light therapy. Herbs can provide relief and help manage symptoms. Herbal remedies can be used concurrently with allopathic medicine or by themselves. You should always have guidance from a doctor or naturopath before starting any herbal medicines.

  1. Black cohosh

    • Black cohosh is effective for all types of arthritis, along with nerve and muscle pain. Black cohosh works to relax muscles and joints. Black cohosh also inhibits pain receptors and has analgesic effects. The herb is known by several other names, including bugbane, squawroot, black snakeroot, rattle weed and rattleroot.

    Celery Seed

    • Celery seed is beneficial for psoriatic arthritis because it reduces swelling. It acts as an antispasmodic and also has anti-inflammatory properties. Celery seed is easy to obtain and comes in many forms, including a ground spice for cooking, capsules, tinctures and even in some teas.

    Poultices

    • Chaparral and nettles are both useful for the psoriasis-like rash that accompanies this kind of arthritis when applied topically to the site. Nettles can also be beneficial when taken internally to ease pain and reduce inflammation. Nettles are a good overall health tonic for many conditions, because they contain calcium iron, potassium, sodium and sulfur.

    Other anti-inflammatory herbs

    • Feverfew is an analgesic and has anti-inflammatory properties. Bromelain is an enzyme derived from pineapples. Bromelain counters inflammation and is also good for digestion. Bromelain is often combined with quercetin, an anti-oxidant found in red apples and onions that boosts the efficacy of bromelain.

    Supplements

    • Glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM are all beneficial for psoriatic arthritis. The three supplements help rebuild and repair bones and cartilage. You will often find glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM in a combined formula. Selenium, magnesium, boron and Vitamin K-1 are also beneficial to healthy bones and ligaments. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish and fish oil, provide pain relief by reducing inflammation.

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