There are many different ways
There are many different ways of treating severe arthritis . The way used to treat arthritis may depend on the symptoms and type of arthritis affecting the person. i) Medication - Most people who experience severe arthritis will normally see a medical doctor to get medication to ease and reduce their arthritis pain. Doctors will normally prescribe NSAIDs( Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) to reduce inflammation and swelling. These NSAIDs may be beneficial in treating the symptoms and providing short term relief to those suffering from severe arthritis. Some commonly used NSAIDs include aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen. You also need to be aware that these NSAIDs may cause side effects like stroke, heart attack, stomach ulcers and kidney damage. In view of this, these drugs can be used for short term pain relief. ii) Physiotherapy - Together with medication, physiotherapy plays an important role in managing arthritis pain. It can help you maintain independence through improved str