What can i take for arthritis?

MANY ANSWERS: I wish i could tell you exactly what to take, but that is diificult without knowing what type of arthritis a patient has. There are over 140 types of arthritis and the type of arthritis dictates what therapy is necessary. Further information on the arthritis type is necessay for more specific answers.

Arthritis: First try over the counter meds like Advil, Aleve, Tylenol

Diet: For osteoarthritis, there are no medications that really can change or reverse the condition. At best, medications for arthritis manage the symptoms but at the risk of there own potential side affects. Consider looking at your diet and adopting foods that have anti inflammatory characteristics. There are multiple health benefits to this. Discuss with your primary care doctor.

Arthritis: Additionally, you can ask your doc for a referral to a physical therapist. Good quality marine fish oil is a good anti-inflammatory. Ask doc about that as well but be sure to take enough. Gentle yoga may help. Peace and good health.

Dr Mallia agreed