Rheumatoid arthritis is among the most common and severe joint disorders. As per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1.5 million adults in the US. Are diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis every year. In fact, out of every 100,000 people, 71 are diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).  

The worst part of the story is that there is no permanent cure for this autoimmune disorder. People with RA keep popping painkillers and suppressing pain, and the vicious cycle goes on. Well, I have good news for you. A number of natural remedies can help manage pain that comes with RA. A few of them are as follows:  

Heat and Cold Therapy  

The combination of heat and cold therapy is often recommended to those with recurring body aches, especially joint pain. Heat therapy can eliminate joint ache by increasing blood circulation and providing the affected area with the required nutrients. The recommended time for heat therapy is 5-10 minutes.  

After that, you can switch to cold therapy, also called cryotherapy. A cold pack will ensure that there’s no swelling on your joints and the pain is suppressed for a few hours by reducing nerve activity.  

Herbs and Plants  

Yes, it is correct that allopathic painkillers have a ton of side effects and they can be exceptionally harmful for your liver and digestive system when taken regularly. However, herbs and plants are all-safe and have little to no side effects.  

The best thing is that many herbs and plants are naturally packed with healing properties; therefore, they’re efficient in pain management. Valerian root, passionflower, and marijuana are a few herbs that can help. My sister had RA and nothing helped her other than medicated marijuana. She ordered it religiously from Cannawholesalers and that’s what kept her going.  

Body Massage  

Body massage is great for people with rheumatoid arthritis. The gentle strokes of massage can increase the blood circulation in your body, providing the affected joints with more of the oxygenated blood and speeding up the process of recovery.  

Apart from that, reduced mobility is a big concern for people with RA and guess what? Body massage can help improve mobility and your body’s flexibility. Plus, it will tone down stress and anxiety that comes with RA and persistent body aches.  

Regular Exercise  

Last but not least, you need to add exercise to your daily routine if you wish to manage joint ache naturally. I reckon that hardcore exercises won’t be possible for you with RA, but who’s stopping you from going for a walk?  

Simply go for a morning walk every day for a few minutes. The reason I particularly suggest going for a walk in the morning is because greenery has a positive impact on your mind. It can relieve stress and give you the motivation you need to fight the disease.  

Rest assured, following the tips and tricks mentioned above, you’ll see a significant difference in how you feel. I hope you get well soon, my friends!