How to cure rheumatoid arthritis permanently

Nov 12, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Jian
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, rheumatoid arthritis may be caused by factors such as heredity, autoimmune disorders, and infections. It can be managed with lifestyle modifications, exercise therapy, physical therapy, medication, and surgical treatment. During periods of stable disease condition, appropriate joint movement and muscle exercises can help prevent joint deformities.

In general, rheumatoid arthritis may be caused by factors such as heredity, autoimmune disorders, and infections. It can be managed with lifestyle modifications, exercise therapy, physical therapy, medication, surgical treatment, and other approaches. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Lifestyle Modifications

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular sleep patterns, moderate exercise, and a balanced diet, can help avoid triggering factors such as excessive fatigue, dampness, and cold exposure. Additionally, maintaining a positive and optimistic mindset may help alleviate discomfort caused by rheumatoid arthritis.

2. Exercise Therapy

During periods of stable disease activity, appropriate joint movements and muscle-strengthening exercises, such as tai chi, yoga, and swimming, can help maintain joint function, enhance muscle strength, and prevent joint deformities.

3. Physical Therapy

During stable phases of the disease, applying heat packs or infrared radiation can improve local blood circulation, promote inflammation resolution, and relieve muscle spasms and pain. During acute joint inflammation, cold compresses may help reduce swelling and pain. However, the duration should not be too long to avoid frostbite.

4. Medication

Under a doctor's guidance, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as piroxicam tablets, nimesulide tablets, and acetaminophen tablets, may be used. These medications have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic effects and can help alleviate joint pain and swelling.

5. Surgical Treatment

For patients with severe disease or those who do not respond to medication, surgical treatment may be considered. For example, synovectomy can remove diseased synovial tissue and reduce synovial inflammation; joint replacement surgery can improve joint function in cases of severe deformity and functional loss.

In daily life, one should avoid exposure to cold and damp environments, maintain a dry and well-ventilated living environment, and avoid moisture.