Rheumatoid Arthritis
Musculoskeletal Disorders Radha Nair•Gender: Female•Age: 52 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 3 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Symmetrical pain, swelling, and warmth in small joints of hands and feet
- Severe morning joint stiffness lasting over 2 hours
- Decline in grip strength, making daily tasks difficult
- Chronic low-grade fever and fatigue
Clinical Assessment
Diagnosed with seropositive rheumatoid arthritis. Had been taking DMARDs but discontinued them due to side effects.
Diagnostic Investigations: Rheumatoid Factor (RF) positive; Anti-CCP antibodies highly elevated at 120 U/mL; ESR at 65 mm/hr.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Immunomodulatory constitutional homeopathy to curb autoantibody activity, reduce synovial joint inflammation, and restore joint mobility.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Rhus Toxicodendron and Actea Spicata
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Anti-inflammatory diet rich in omega-3 (flaxseeds), warm oil massages, and gentle joint range-of-motion exercises.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 12 months- Significant reduction in joint swelling and pain intensity
- Morning stiffness duration decreased to a brief 15 minutes
- Sustained improvement during follow-up in daily physical tasks
- ESR dropped to a normal 18 mm/hr with stable liver enzymes
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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