Tuesday, May 5, 2009

The Right Treatment for Arthritis Joint Pain

By Amanda Gamdana

There are a unique list of causes, symptoms and treatments for each of the 100 or more types of arthritis. Although each separate arthritic condition is very different, one of the most commonly reported symptoms is pain. The issue of pain management is crucial.

When it comes to dealing with arthritis pain, at least you can rest assured in knowing that there are a lot of options available to you out there. Move on to stronger medication only if the milder forms of treatment are unsuccessful. Tylenol and Aspirin are effective pain relieving drugs available over-the-counter. Sometimes, the painful symptoms caused by the disease can be treated successfully with this medication.

For more serious arthritis pain relief, you will want to try creams and gels, which are topical medications that are applied directly onto the skin, and which for the most part can just be purchased over-the-counter. Arthritic conditions such as tired, inflamed joints and muscles can be treated very capably with creams Arthritis creams work so well because they include salicylate or capsaicin or menthol as their active ingredient. Arthritis medication, which can only be prescribed to you by a medical professional is the most powerful pain relief available.

Analgesics are the most frequently prescribed type of drug. Even those with allergies and stomach problems are safe to take these drugs and the pain relief they offer is effective. Acetaminophen, a superbly effective and affordable drug, is the analgesic prescribed most frequently.

Very successful pain relief for patients in extreme pain could be treated with a combination of acetaminophen and codeine. The authority of a medical practitioner is required before you this pain relief can be administered.

The particular form of arthritis pain relief that works best for you may take a bit of time to find, but once you do find it, it will be worth the wait. Stick to your doctor's recommended dosage, maintain communication with them and keep them informed of how the treatment is developing. - 14130

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