"Osteoarthritis" is relieved by herbal poultices.

"Osteoarthritis" is relieved by herbal poultices.

      Thai society is moving towards an aging society because the elderly are living longer. Therefore, the rate of osteoarthritis is increasing, especially among the elderly aged 60 years and older. According to the survey, thai elderly people suffer from osteoarthritis more than western countries due to their daily lifestyle such as sitting folded, meditating, kneeling and praying. 

Symptoms of osteoarthritis

      Osteoarthritis occurs gradually, starting with aches and pains when using the knee joint, sometimes rustling when moving. There will be stiffness or joint addiction with a long period of time. When the bones are worn out, there will be more pain and the knee joint may be deformed.

Causes of osteoarthritis

• Age and gender 
• Misuse of restrictions
• Injuries
• Inflammation of the joints for a long period of time
• Excessive body weight
  

      The conventional wisdom about the pharmacopoeia used to treat osteoarthritis by herbal poultices is documented in the texts of Osot Phra Narai. It has anti-inflammatory effects, inhibits enzymes that stimulate the formation of inflammatory agents and reduces inflammation.  Therefore, it can be concluded that the pharmacopoeia has performance to help reduce knee pain and reduce inflammation. Improves knee movement angles.

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