WHAT is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

• Affecting women more than men in the ages of 20-50.

• An autoimmune disease with an unknown cause. However some theories could be due to genetics, leaky gut syndrome, food allergies, and bacteria/viruses

• Lab diagnoses shows Rheumatoid Factors are presented in 70% of the cases.

• Synovial fluid shows high white blood cell count

SYMPTOMS

• Usually symmetrical inflammation of the peripheral joints (feet, hands, wrist, elbows,

• First signs of symptoms are inflammation of the joints more likely to be on the fingers and toes.

• Tender upon pressing

• Over a course of time there will be thickening and deformity of the joint

HOW DOES ACUPUNCTURE HELP WITH Rheumatoid arthritis?

• Numerous studies have shown acupuncture treatments can effectively eliminate and reduce acute and chronic pain.

• Neuro-modulate the immune system to decrease over sensitivity

• Improves muscle strength and decrease tightness to help lubricate the joint and improve blood flow to the joint

• Helps reduce inflammation, redness, swelling as it activates the lymphatic system to help drain swelling.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?

• Our goal is to reduce the intensity, frequency, and duration of the pain. Increase range of motion, decrease swelling, and prevent pain from reoccurring.

• As with all conditions there are many co factors involved such as acute and chronic onset. On average, the number of acupuncture treatments range from 6-20 treatments weekly or bi-weekly for the condition to fully resolve.