Joint pain can have a variety of causes and in some cases joint pain can be the result of a joint injury, along with joint inflammation. Injury to a joint can have various causes, such as a fall on the joint, injury during sports or a car accident. An injury to a joint can result in the bone near the joint breaking (fracture). Joint dislocation means pushing or loosening the bones of the joint from their normal position or a sprain. Sprain refers to the twisting, overstretching or tearing of the ligaments and the main location of the sprain is the ankle. Joint injuries can also occur due to overuse injuries that occur due to repetitive movements of the joint, such as tendonitis (inflammation of the tendons). Joint inflammation that occurs after an injury is known as post-traumatic arthritis. This can be short-lived (acute) or become a long-term (chronic) problem. On a case-by-case basis, other signs and symptoms may occur in addition to joint pain, such as swollen joints, stiff joints, tender joints (tender and painful to the touch), redness of the joints, heat in the joints, limited range of joints. movement, difficulty moving the joint, difficulty bearing weight on the affected joint and weakness of the joint.
Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy provides a very effective solution for joint pain resulting from an injury. Homeopathic medicines enhance the body’s natural healing mechanism to overcome pain naturally. With the use of these medications, healing of the injured joint structures occurs, along with a decrease in the intensity and frequency of pain. In addition to pain, other joint complaints and symptoms, including stiffness, swelling, tenderness and weakness of the joint, can also be treated very effectively with these medicines. Homeopathic medicines are equally useful in both recent and chronic (long-term) cases of joint pain after an injury. The homeopathic prescription for joint pain after an injury varies from case to case, depending on the characteristic individual symptoms. Therefore, it is advised to take any homeopathic medicine under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor. Self-medication should be avoided in any case.
Homeopathic medicines for joint pain after injury
1. Arnica – Leading homeopathic medicine
Arnica is one of the best homeopathic medicines for treating various types of injuries including joint injuries. This medicine may be given for pain in any of the involved joints after an injury. It is recommended if there is an injury from a fall or being hit by a blunt object. The main feature of using this medicine is joint pain with excessive pain and tenderness of the joints, which means that joints are painful at the slightest touch where this medicine is needed. There is a great fear of touching the affected joint because of the pain. The slightest movement also aggravates the joint pain. The affected joints also feel lame. The joints feel like you’ve been spanked. In addition to the above, a general weakness may also be present. Arnica is also suitable for treating joint pain and pain caused by overloading the joint. Arnica is also indicated for treating cases of long-term joint weakness due to repetitive injuries. This medicine is indicated for the treatment of joint complaints that have arisen as a result of a recent injury, as well as for an injury that occurred a long time ago. Arnica is an excellent medicine to heal the injured joint along with pain relief.
2. Rhus Tox – For pain due to overuse injuries or inflamed joints after an injury
Rhus Tox is a highly recommended medicine for the treatment of pain due to excessive joint injuries/overloaded joints and inflamed joints after an injury. In cases where this is necessary, in addition to pain, there is marked stiffness in the joints. The affected joints are also swollen and there is a feeling of heating. The stiffness improves with warm application to the joints and also with exercise. The stiffness is worse in the morning and also after periods of inactivity. The affected joints may feel weak. Rhus Tox is a great help with hip joint inflammation that occurs after an injury. In such cases, the pain and swelling is marked over the hip joint. The type of pain can be tearing, aching or drawing. The joint pain gets worse when you lie down. In addition to the pain, it feels as if the skin of the affected hip joint is too tight.
3. Ruta – For injured joints, inflamed tendons, sprains
Ruta is a very effective medicine for injured joints, inflamed tendons (tendinitis) of joints and sprains. In cases where this is necessary, there are painful bruised pains. In addition, there is clear restlessness. Weakness is also felt in the joints, along with pain from sprains. This medicine is of great help in cases related to ankle sprains. This medicine is also indicated for joint pain due to overuse, mainly of the wrist joint. The shooting pain is mainly felt in the wrist. Ruta is also suitable for pain complaints caused by overloaded ligaments.
4. Bellis Perennis – For pain due to joint injuries and sprains
Bellis Perennis is a beneficial medicine to treat pain due to joint injuries and sprains. It provides relief from injuries resulting from falls, accidents and blows. There is pain in the joints and sensitivity to touch due to injuries or sprains. Swelling is also present in joints along with pain. The joints also feel weak. The tendons are inflamed. There is a contracted feeling in the wrist, as if there is an elastic band around it. There is pain in the hip joints that worsens with exertion. This medicine is also well indicated for joint injuries due to repetitive strain.
5. Bryonia – For joint pain that is made worse by the slightest movement
This medicine works well for injured joints, the main feature of which is joint pain that is aggravated by the slightest movement. Pain gets better from absolute rest. Warm applications to the joints also relieve pain. In cases where this is necessary, the joints are also noticeably swollen and red. They are also sensitive to touch. Stiffness is felt in the affected joint. The type of joint pain is mainly of the stitching type.
6. Symphytum – When there is pain due to fracture of bone forming the joint
Symphytum is the best medicine in homeopathy to manage pain arising due to bone fracture. This medicine reduces pain and helps bone healing by stimulating the activity of fibroblast cells. It helps in controlling the pricking pain in the broken part. This medicine provides relief in controlling pain due to recent injury or long-term cases.