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Osteitis
Hi B & Danial, Is there a treatment for osteoarthritis other than painkillers and exercise? the area in sacroiliitis!? What are the causes and treatments that can reduce inflammation? -
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Hey ,
The most important factor is determining why the body is experiencing this type of osteoarthritis. Osteitis is often seen in athletes who twist their core a lot (Soccer players, martial arts athletes, basketball players, etc). But there can be underlying health reasons as well.
With most forms of osteoarthritis, some source of inflammation is at play. The inflammation can cause immune complexes that get trapped in joints. Because joints are usually areas in which blood circulation is low, the inflammation can get trapped. If there is already low-grade inflammation in a joint due to overuse, injury, or surgery (or even the arthritis itself), then it’s going to be an even stronger trap as the immune system tries to respond.
Other symptoms can help you determine the cause of the inflammation. Gut-related symptoms (constipation, diarrhea, bloating, etc) could indicate the involvement of the gut (leaky gut, dysbiosis, mold, etc)
Symptoms related to blood sugar dysregulation (This video here and here dive deeper into what symptoms you might experience) can help you direct in another direction.
Allergies, food sensitivities, a histamine overload… all these things can be a source of inflammation as well. Therefore it is important to take a look at someone’s complete wellbeing!
Focussing on an anti-inflammatory lifestyle will help worsening symptoms. As I mentioned, what might cause inflammation can vary from person to person. Reduce refined carbs (anything made from flour) and fried foods, try to address gut issues, and avoid allergens and food sensitivities, all these things could help someone.
Nutrients, foods and supplements that help lessen inflammation are important as well:
• Omega 3 (DHA & EPA)
• Vitamin D
• Curcumin (search for ‘Meriva’ or ‘Phytosomal Curcumin’ on the supplement package)
• BoswelliaYou can find more inspiration in this handout! All the tips mentioned there can help.
To help remove the immune complexes piled up in the joints you could consider Proteolytic enzymes. These enzymes usually help digest food, but when you take them away from foods, they can help resolve these immune complexes.
The first goal needs to be stopping the disease progression and tissue damage/loss.
Interestingly enough Undenatured Type 2 Collagen can help bring relief to symptoms as well. Although it isn’t clear why exactly, you might find this article interesting as well.
I hope this information helps you on your way!
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