Alternative Treatments

Types of cold packs for arthritis pain and inflammation include reusable cold packs, homemade cold packs, and instant ice packs. 

Various methods of applying heat therapy can be used to treat joint pain from arthritis, including both dry and moist variants.

Reiki healing and acupuncture focus on the flow of energy in the body and can be used as alternative treatments for integrated medicine treatment of arthritis pain.

Heat and/or cold therapies can be an inexpensive way to effectively treat pain in arthritic joints, and the benefits can be analyzed to pick which to use.

Studies suggest that glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are safe for those who are not diabetic or on blood thinners. Common side effects are nausea and diarrhea.

Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate can be effective supplements in the treatment of pain from osteoarthritis.

Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are found naturally in the body's joint cartilage, which studies suggest may help with osteoarthritis pain and cartilage repair.

Anti-inflammatory diets and dietary supplements are commonly incorporated into integrative medicine treatment plans for arthritis.

Integrated medicine uses Western medicine and several alternative treatments, like acupuncture, Reiki, diet and supplements, and others to treat arthritis pain.

Hands-on therapies such as massage therapy and chiropractic treatment may be helpful in treating arthritis symptoms as part of an integrated medicine approach.