​​Natural Treatment for RA - Restoring Balance and Function​
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Creating balance. Restoring function.​​
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Our holistic approach addresses root causes, reducing inflammation and improving overall wellness. Experience a personalized plan that incorporates dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, and evidence-based therapies to help you regain mobility, reduce pain, and enhance your quality of life.
What is it?
Gaining insight into your condition
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that primarily impacts the joints. In this condition, the immune system mistakenly targets the cells in the joint capsule fluid and tissues, leading to inflammation and damage to cartilage, bone, and ligaments. This can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in the, hindering mobility and daily activities, and can be quite debilitating. It most frequently occurs in hands, wrists, feet, ankles, and knees
Symptoms of RA​​​
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Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms develop over weeks or months, with fatigue and stiffness commonly showing as early symptoms. Symptoms can vary from day to day, with flares of more intense pain, fatigue, and inflammation occurring.
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Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include:
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Heat and swelling at the joint site
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Joint pain and stiffness in the morning or after resting, lasting for more than 30 minutes
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Three or more sensitive areas, and swollen joints, simultaneously
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Pain with pressure in the legs and arms
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Symmetrical symptoms – the same joints on both sides of the body are affected, which are typically the small joints of the hands, wrists, feet and ankles
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Large joints such as hips and knees can be affected less commonly
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Rheumatoid nodules formed at pressure points e.g. elbows, knuckles, lower leg and spine, ranging from a pea to a mothball in size
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Deformity of joints, often to fingers and hands
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Symptoms in other parts of the body such as lungs or eyes
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Persistent flu like symptoms, mild fever and fatigue
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Loss of appetite and weight loss
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Rheumatoid arthritis can affect people at any age, but usually occurs between 30-60 years of age, and affects women more than men.
Causes of RA​​​
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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the joints. The exact cause of RA is unknown, but it is believed to be a combination genetic predisposition and epigenetic factors.
Factors such as smoking, infections, and hormonal changes may trigger the onset of the disease in susceptible individuals. Understanding these causes can help in early diagnosis and management of RA.
Natural treatment for RA
As a holistic healthcare model, your functional medicine physician will commence with an in-depth case history to identify potential triggers and contributing factors exacerbating your condition. During the initial 1-hour consultation, we will assess your:
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Family history and genetic predispositions
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Comprehensive personal medical history
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Exposures to toxins
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Dietary habits and lifestyle choices
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Stress levels and emotional well
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Hormonal balance
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Medication history
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Digestive health
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Armed with this information, we will gain valuable insights into the affected body systems and formulate a personalized treatment strategy. This evidence-based plan will encompass dietary modifications to eliminate food intolerances and inflammatory triggers, while incorporating anti-inflammatory foods rich in essential nutrients The overarching goal of this multifaceted approach is to minimize triggers, promote joint healing, and address additional factors contributing to pain and inflammation.
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