Introduction
Gouty arthritis is a painful inflammatory condition caused by the deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints. It commonly affects the big toe, ankles, heels and knees, leading to swelling, redness, stiffness and intense burning or tearing pains. Homeopathy offers individualised remedies that match the specific symptoms, sensations and modalities experienced during a gout attack.
This article outlines the main homeopathic medicines used for gouty arthritis; especially Ledum Palustre, Colchicum Autumnale, Lycopodium Clavatum, Calcarea Fluorica, and Arnica Montana; along with other important remedies that address nodosities, deformities, urinary symptoms, motion-related aggravations and weather sensitivities ( Dr. Hussain Kaisrani ).
Top Homeopathic Medicines for Gouty Arthritis | Natural Relief for Gout Pain & Swelling
GOUTY ARTHRITIS
Main remedies:
LEDUM
> when put their feet in ICE WATER.
Chilly in general, affected parts become cold, but < with heat, < with heat in bed and > with cold, > with cold applications.
< covering the inflamed part.
Swelling of affected joints.
Gouty nodosities.
Ascending pains.
COLCHICUM
Hot red swollen joint, very sensitive to touch and motion.
< night.
< motion, slight motion.
Wandering pains, starting from left side then going to right.
Location: large toe, heel, knees.
Also for kidney stones associated with gout.
LYCOPODIUM
< motion, especially initial motion, > continued motion, walking.
< night.
< wet weather.
Numbness can coexist with pain.
CALCAREA FLUORICA
Exostosis with arthritis.
Nodules in tendons.
> Heat.
> Motion.
ARNICA
Gouty arthritis with sore, bruised feeling.
> when limb is hanging down.
< touch.
< cold, damp weather.
Other remedies:
SULPHUR
Onset of arthritis after rich foods and excessive wine.
Uncovers feet at night.
Burning sensation.
> cold applications, < heat.
BERBERIS
Location: Knee, especially left, and large toe.
Radiating pain.
< motion.
< upon rising from a seat.
< menses.
CAUSTICUM
Gout with deformity of toes.
Calcification and advanced deterioration of joints.
Stiffness with feeling of paralysis.
< Cold, dry weather.
< Open air.
< Morning, initial motion.
> Heat, becoming heated in bed.
> Damp weather.
LITHIUM CARBONICUM
> very hot bathing.
Ankle pain < walking.
BENZOIC ACID
Location especially on the knee (but also ankles, toes and hands can be affected).
Cracking of joints upon motion.
Nodosities of fingers or wrists.
> when discharging sediment through the urine.
Offensive urine.
RHUS TOX
> continued motion, < initial motion.
< morning.
> hot bathing.
Restless legs in bed by night.
SABINA
> motion, walking.
< menses.
< warm room.
Indicated when uterine symptoms accompany gout.
KALI CARBONICUM
< Lying on painful part.
< Night, especially 2-3AM.
< Cold, Damp.
> Warmth.
< Drafts of air.
< Eating.
Arthritic nodosities.