Rheumatoid Arthritis Bracelets

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects the entire body. The disease also causes painful degeneration of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis can be treated with Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs), non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), Biologic Response Modifiers and Protein-A Immuoadsorption, yet patients are often still in pain. Bracelets can be one way to ease the discomfort.

Magnetic Bracelets

Studies have shown magnetic bracelets to have health benefits by using magnetic fields to normalize disturbed metabolic functions. This can greatly reduce pain and physical well-being.

Copper Bracelets

The use of copper to ease pain dates back to the early Greek empire. Though some studies with animals have shown the digestion of copper to aid in reducing the damage of joint deterioration, copper bracelets do not seem to relieve any pain in rheumatoid arthritis sufferers.

Cost

Both magnetic and copper bracelets come in a wide variety of prices, but can be purchased for under $30. Expect to pay a higher price for more ornate or designer jewelry.

Risks

The only risks shown with bracelets for rheumatoid arthritis is allergy. It is possible to have an allergic reaction to the metal.

Considerations

There seems to be little harm in using bracelets for rheumatoid arthritis. The magnetic ones may even be helpful to the painful condition.