Introduction
In the early stages of arthrosis of the thumb saddle joint, homeopathic remedies can be used in addition to conservative therapy methods. Which remedy is most suitable here should be decided individually depending on the pain, the time of onset of the pain, the character of the pain, but also the character of the patient.
Caulophyllum (female root)
Caulophyllum has a special relationship to the small joints of the hands and feet: Here the mobility of the joints is limited, typical are pulling pains of migrating character. When the joints move, they often crack. Heat applications improve the pain.
A worsening of the pain occurs mainly in cold weather and at night. A special indication of caulophyllum is the menopause, when the pain in the joints in women is related to the beginning of the menopause and the absence of menstruation. Most common potentiation: D2, D3, D4 Otherwise, the particularities of the type and occurrence of pain can be included in the choice of medication.
Homeopathic remedies for seizure-like pain
Causticum is especially effective for general physical and psychological weakness, and for very compassionate people. It is often used for suddenly beginning pain, which increases in cold and dry weather. Burning, tearing pains, which are better at the beginning of movement and then increase with time, are typical for this group of patients.
Those affected often feel as if the joint is dislocated and the tendons are too short. The muscular strength of the affected persons decreases. The most common potentiation: D4, D6Colocynthis is only available on prescription up to and including D3!
It is most effective when the affected persons suffer from sudden, intense pain and numbness. Patients are often characterized by their impatience and annoyance. The pain is aggravated by cold and improved by heat and firm counter-pressure.
Most common potentiation: D4 to D6Pulsatilla is available only on prescription, up to and including D3!The pain is typically ripping, thrilling, stabbing and wandering. They get worse when the limbs are hanging down, at rest, through heat and in the evening. Improvement is achieved through continued exercise and cool applications.
Heat is generally poorly tolerated. Patients require fresh air. They are often mild personalities, who are quickly sad and easily despondent but can easily be comforted. Most common potentiations: D3 to D12
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