What can be steeped in water for arthritis?
Disease description:
Last month, my joints started feeling uncomfortable and sometimes quite painful. After a hospital examination, the doctor diagnosed me with arthritis. When I got home, my mom mentioned soaking them in water with some added medicinal herbs, which she said could be helpful. I'd like to ask: what should I use to soak in water for arthritis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Aihua
Patients with arthritis can generally choose herbs such as Shenzhencao, Cangsheng, Dusheng, and camphor tree to steep in water, which is beneficial. After developing arthritis, due to individual differences in physical constitution, treatment methods may vary. Since the roots and stems of Shenzhencao and Cangsheng can be used medicinally, they have effects of dispelling wind and eliminating dampness, making them highly effective for treating joint pain, reducing swelling, and improving inflammatory symptoms.
