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Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)Definition: Chronic degeneration
articular cartilage of synovial (movable) joints, primarily affecting weight
bearing joints.
Other types of arthritis: Rheumatoid, spondylosis, gout, systemic lupus erythematosus, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, infectious arthritis, kawasaki syndrome. Causes: improper posture that causes extra stress to joints, injuries resulting in toxic build up in joints, leading to wearing away of the cartilage that covers the ends of the bones. Dehydration may be a factor, as may nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, improper digestion, increased intake of protein, phosphorus. Possible genetic predisposition. Bacterial, viral or fungal infection of joint. Calcium metabolism may be inefficient. (caffeine, sugar, phosphorus deplete levels of calcium from bones) Signs/Symptoms: stiffness usually worse in the morning or after periods of inactivity; hypertonic muscles or weakness due to rigidity of joints; cartilage damage from injuries Treatment Goals: decrease pressure/tension
on joint; decrease pain; increase range of motion, increase circulation
for removal of toxins.
Cautions: Do not work on inflamed joints. Bone and Joint Conditions by Ben Benjamin Massage Found Effective for Chronic Hand Arthritis By Julie Engebretson, Massage Today Research backs massage for arthritis (pdf file)-AMTA Foundation REMEDIES FOR OSTEOARTHRITIS By Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa: AMTA Journal
Seeking Alternatives for Arthritis Sufferers Life Span--Chasing the Pain
Away By Karrie Osborn Massage and Bodywork Magazine
Researching the Effects of Massage Therapy in Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis By Robin B. Anderson , CMT, NCTMB
Hand arthritis pain is reduced by massage therapy
Swedish Massage Benefits Osteoarthritis PatientsBalneotherapy Eases Osteoarthritis Spa Therapy for Osteoarthritis Massage Today: Massage Found Effective for Chronic Hand Arthritis By Julie Engebretson, Associate EditorMassage Today : Traumatic arthritis From the Touch Research Institute: "Children with mild to moderate juvenile rheumatoid arthritis were massaged by their parents 15 minutes a day for 30 days (and a control group engaged in relaxation therapy). The children’s anxiety and stress hormone (cortisol) levels were immediately decreased by the massage, and over the 30-day period their pain decreased on self-reports, parent reports, and their physician’s reports. Field, T., Hernandez-Reif, M., Seligman, S., Krasnegor, J. & Sunshine, W. (1997). Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis: Benefits from massage therapy. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 22, 607-617." Spondylolisthesis: An Elusive Cause of Low Back Pain By Whitney Lowe, LMT, NCTMB
Relief Within Reach Studies show that massage therapy helps arthritis sufferers with improved flexibility, less pain and improved range of motion. by JoAnn Milivojevic
Seeking Alternatives for Arthritis Sufferers Life Span--Chasing the Pain
Away By Karrie Osborn
Digital Naturopath -OsteoArthritis , Rheumatoid Arthritis
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