Osteoarthritis Herbal Remedies

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Capsaicin (cayenne), devil's claw, and ginger are three widely reported herbal remedies for the treatment of osteoarthritis.

Horsetail, tumeric, yucca, and boswelliaare also sometimes used by herbal practitioners to treat various types of arthritis. Should you decide to take advantage of herbal remedies in treating your osteoarthritis, be certain that your physician is aware of the herbs you are taking as some can negatively interact with other osteoarthritis medications.

Fast Facts:

Most herbal remedies for osteoarthritis are used to reduce and prevent inflammation.

Most herbal remedies should be taken internally, except cayenne, which should be applied topically.

Herbal remedies are usually available in capsules, pills, tablets, and tinctures (liquid extracts). Ask your herbal practitioner for the proper dosage of each herb to treat osteoarthritis.