Chiropractic Care Can Assist in Those with Rheumatoid Arthritis

The CDC estimates that over 58.5 million Americans suffer from one form of arthritis or another, and that number is projected to rise to 78 million by 2040. Of that 58.5 million, 1.5 million are diagnosed with a very specific form of arthritis called rheumatoid arthritis (RA) every year, making it no small problem.

Unlike traditional arthritis, RA is an autoimmune disease with no exact known cause or cure. As is the case with autoimmune diseases, the body’s own immune system attacks healthy tissues. In the case of RA, it primarily attacks the lining of joints but in more severe cases, it can also involve internal organs.

The trademark sign of RA is chronic joint inflammation causing joint swelling and pain. Over time, this chronic joint inflammation can lead to bone erosion and joint deformity. More severe cases can also involve internal organs. Symptoms of RA are joint, back and muscle pain along with joint stiffness, swelling and redness. RA sufferers may also experience fatigue, skin lumps, malaise, anemia and the sensation of pins and needles.

Chiropractic care cannot cure RA, nor are there any other treatments known to cure. However, chiropractic care can assist many RA patients with improving flexibility and strength as well as helping to manage joint and muscle pain.

A study published in the Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association showed that careful chiropractic care targeted on the affected areas helped improve a female patient’s rheumatoid arthritis pain immediately. A 2019 study on a male patient found relief over the course of eight targeted adjustments and was able to get off his pain prescriptions.

Actual treatment methods vary from patient to patient as each RA case is unique and requires appropriate care. Chiropractors will evaluate you and your health history to determine the safest and most effective treatment plan, and can identify other health issues that could be making your symptoms worse.

If you’re suffering from RA, consider incorporating chiropractic care into your RA management plan. Chiropractic care is non-invasive, safe and natural. Most chiropractors also offer no-obligation consultations.

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