Rheumatoid Arthritis

About Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the joints but can also impact other body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart, and blood vessels. It's an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues, causing painful swelling that can eventually result in bone erosion and joint deformity. RA typically affects the small joints in the hands and feet initially, and symptoms often include joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and decreased range of motion.

How Neurotherapy Helps

Neurotherapy offers complementary approaches for rheumatoid arthritis management, focusing on pain reduction, inflammation management, and improved function: - Pain perception modification: Neurofeedback techniques help retrain how the brain processes pain signals from affected joints - Inflammatory response regulation: Some neurotherapy approaches may help modulate the autonomic nervous system's influence on inflammation - Stress reduction: Decreases the production of stress hormones that can trigger or worsen RA flares - Sleep quality enhancement: Improves restorative sleep, which is essential for managing inflammation and pain - Movement pattern optimization: Enhances body awareness to reduce joint strain during daily activities While conventional medical treatments (including disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs and biologics) remain essential for controlling RA progression, neurotherapy can significantly improve symptom management and quality of life. Many patients report reduced pain, better function, and improved emotional well-being when neurotherapy is incorporated into their comprehensive treatment plan.