Turmeric Osteoarthritis
An Analysis of Turmeric and Osteoarthritis
In recent times, the disease of osteoarthritis has gradually increased, because it is suffering from limbs, and bitter people act. Doctors explore the treatment method. Turmeric has gradually entered the field of vision and has been much studied.
Turmeric, the ancient medicine has been used for a long time. Its nature is warm, the taste is hard, and it returns to the spleen and liver meridians. Looking at its use in osteoarthritis, it is because it is rich in curcumin and other effective ingredients. Curcumin has anti-inflammatory power and can slow down joint inflammation. Osteoarthritis is mostly caused by inflammation in the joints, cartilage damage and pain swelling, and unfavorable flexion and extension. Curcumin enters the body, which can inhibit the growth of inflammatory mediators, reduce inflammation, and relieve joint swelling and pain.
And turmeric also has antioxidant properties. During human metabolism, free radicals are generated, and too much can damage joint tissue. The antioxidant components of turmeric can clear free radicals, protect joint cartilage, and prevent its degeneration. Experimental evidence shows that when turmeric extract is fed to experimental animals, it can be seen that the damage of joint cartilage is slow, and the stability of cartilage cells is maintained due to turmeric's antioxidant.
Furthermore, turmeric can also be used to relieve pain. The pain of osteoarthritis is disturbing to people's lives. Turmeric can act on nerve conduction, adjust pain perception, and reduce pain sensation. It has also been tested in clinical practice. Those who use turmeric preparations say that the pain is light and their activities are more convenient.
However, the use of turmeric in the treatment of osteoarthritis also needs to be considered. The dosage and usage vary from person to person. For the infirm, the dosage should be light; for those who are positive, it can be slightly increased. And when it is needed, it can be cured overnight. Or in combination with other medicines, synergistic effect. Doctors should judge the truth and the severity of the disease, and use it reasonably, so that turmeric can be used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, and do their best to relieve the suffering of patients.
