Arthritis

Introduction: Why Arthritis Needs More Than Painkillers

Over 54 million Americans suffer from arthritis, yet conventional treatments often focus only on symptom management. At Patients Medical in NYC, we take a root-cause approach to:

✔ Identify hidden triggers (gut inflammation, food sensitivities, toxins)
✔ Repair joint tissue with regenerative therapies
✔ Reduce systemic inflammation through personalized protocols

We don’t just manage arthritis pain—we help your body heal from within.

Types of Arthritis We Treat

1. Osteoarthritis (OA)
  • Symptoms: Joint stiffness, crunching sounds (crepitus), bone spurs
  • Root Causes: Cartilage breakdown from chronic inflammation, nutrient deficiencies
2. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
  • Symptoms: Symmetrical joint swelling, morning stiffness >1 hour, fatigue
  • Root Causes: Autoimmune triggers (leaky gut, infections, genetic predisposition)
3. Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Symptoms: Joint pain with scaly skin patches, nail pitting
  • Root Causes: Immune dysregulation linked to gut-skin axis dysfunction
4. Gout
  • Symptoms: Sudden severe joint pain (often big toe), redness
  • Root Causes: Uric acid crystals from purine metabolism issues

Hidden Causes of Joint Degradation

Functional medicine uncovers why your joints are deteriorating:

1. Chronic Inflammation
  • CRP >3 mg/L damages cartilage and synovial fluid
  • Omega-6/3 imbalance promotes pro-inflammatory cytokines
2. Gut-Joint Axis Dysfunction
  • Leaky gut allows food particles to trigger immune attacks on joints
  • H. pylori/SIBO correlate with higher RA activity
3. Nutrient Deficiencies
  • Collagen precursors (vitamin C, glycine, copper) lacking
  • Glucosamine & chondroitin depletion in synovial fluid
4. Toxicity & Lifestyle Factors
  • Heavy metals (lead, mercury) accumulate in joint tissue
  • Chronic stress elevates cortisol, accelerating cartilage breakdown

Diagnostic Testing

We pinpoint your arthritis triggers with:

Inflammatory Markers (CRP, ESR, IL-6, TNF-alpha)

Autoimmune Panels (RF, anti-CCP, ANA for RA)

Gut Health Analysis (stool microbiome, zonulin for permeability)

Nutrient Testing (vitamin D, omega-3 index, magnesium RBC)

Heavy Metal Testing (urine provocation)

Food Sensitivity Testing (IgG/IgE reactions)

Integrative Arthritis Treatments

Anti-Inflammatory Protocols

  • IV Nutrient Therapy: High-dose vitamin C, glutathione, magnesium
  • Curcumin & Boswellia: Clinically proven to reduce joint swelling
  • Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN): Modulates immune response in autoimmune arthritis

Gut Healing Program

  • Probiotics: Specific strains like L. casei for RA modulation
  • Bone Broth/Colostrum: Repairs intestinal lining to reduce immune triggers
  • FODMAP Elimination: For SIBO-related joint pain

Joint Regeneration

  • PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Therapy: Stimulates cartilage repair
  • Prolozone Injections: Oxygen/ozone mixture reduces inflammation
  • Hyaluronic Acid Supplements: Replenishes synovial fluid

Lifestyle Optimization

  • Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Mediterranean or autoimmune protocol (AIP)
  • Movement Therapies: Tai chi, aquatic therapy for gentle joint loading
  • Stress Reduction: Cortisol-lowering adaptogens (ashwagandha, rhodiola)

Case Study: Robert’s Osteoarthritis Turnaround

Robert, 58, had severe knee OA with bone-on-bone pain.

Testing revealed:

  • CRP 8.2 mg/L (high inflammation)
  • Vitamin D 22 ng/mL (severe deficiency)
  • Wheat/gluten sensitivity

Treatment Plan:

  1. IV vitamin D + omega-3 therapy
  2. Gluten-free anti-inflammatory diet
  3. Monthly PRP knee injections

Results in 4 Months:

  • 70% pain reduction
  • CRP dropped to 2.1 mg/L
  • Able to hike again

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

Early-moderate OA can improve with regeneration therapies. Autoimmune arthritis often achieves remission by addressing triggers.

We incorporate them when needed but focus on reducing dependence through root-cause care.

Inflammation typically improves in 4-6 weeks; structural repair takes 3-6 months.

Some tests/procedures may be covered. We provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.

We combine regenerative therapies with systemic healing—most clinics only offer one or the other.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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1148 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1B New York, NY 10128

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