If your cat does not move like it used to, you don’t need to start using strong prescription medications that can cause more harm than good. Instead, start providing a better diet, as nutrition is the foundation for good health, and then give the right natural supplements that will help maintain cartilage, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve mobility.
Devil’s claw an herbal remedy that is prescribed to reduce inflammation and pain. It is often used when pets are diagnosed with arthritis. It should not be given if your pet is diabetic.
Mild stage of arthritis responds well to vitamins C and E and Dl-phenylalanine. If the stage is severe, adding sodium oxide dismutase or SOD, can be helpful. This is an antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory properties.
If you want to give Ayurvedic treatment to your cat for arthritis, you can try Boswellia and Ashwagandha, which are anti-inflammatory herbs that give relief from stiffness and pain by shrinking inflamed tissues and increasing the blood supply to the damaged joints in order to promote healing. Ashwagandha also helps generate energy while counteracting the negative effects of stress on the body.
Glucosamine and Chondroitin are popular natural remedies that support healthy joints by enhancing the cartilage between the joints. These supplements can help to halt the degeneration of the cartilage and help the body to rebuild it.
Pau D’Arco is an herbal remedy that is known to relieve pain caused by arthritis. This herb helps in the mobility, if your cat is having trouble moving around.
Turmeric is a common herbal treatment for animals suffering with arthritis because it has a strong anti-inflammatory effect. It’s also a powerful antioxidant that strengthens the liver and protects against myriad diseases.
Acupuncture, Reiki, Homoeopathy and weight management are also known to help with arthritis pain in cats.
