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Arthritis

Arthritis of any kind is classified in Chinese medicine as 'Bi Syndrome', bi simply meaning 'pain'. There are various kinds of Bi Syndrome, which vary depending on the exact symptoms, for instance Hot Bi where joints are hot and swollen which often corresponds with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and Damp Bi which indicates an accumulation of fluid leading to swelling and pain which can correlate with Osteo-arthritis (OA).

There are other kinds of Bi syndrome such as Wind Bi, Cold Bi, Bone Bi and more, each with different symptoms and treatment strategies. This reflects the many kinds of joint and muscle pain which people experience - dull aches, sharp stabbing pain, hot or cold pain, constricting pain and so on.

There is a saying in Chinese Medicine 'where there is pain there is no free flow, where there is free flow there is no pain' - this indicates that any kind of pain is caused by some kind of stagnation and a lack of circulation. The acupuncture treatment for arthritis is very effective at restoring 'free flow' and improving circulation, while Tui Na massage can help to keep the joints moving are relax tense muscles.

The treatment of arthritis by acupuncture and/or tui na massage can reduce pain, deal with underlying problems and free the joints to restore movement. Additional treatments such as moxa to warm the area or cupping to stimulate blood flow may also help. Additionally, dietary factors can be relevant in some cases of arthritis so these can be considered too.

For more information, or to book your 15 minute free consultation, just call or email

External links:
Acupuncture Works For Arthritis (BBC)
Yin and Yang: How acupuncture boosts conventional medicine (Independent)

 


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