Arthritis For Dummies is for anyone who suffers from the various forms of arthritis or arthritic symptoms. In this easy-to-understand guide, you'll discover how to recognize the signs of arthritis, what the major causes are, who is most likely to get it, and what to expect from your doctor. Whether you have osteoarthritis (the most common form), rheumatoid arthritis, infectious arthritis, bursitis, scleroderma, or one of the other forms of the disease, you'll see how to:

• Choose the right doctor for you
• Recognize the myths and scams
• Fight the pain with foods and supplements
• "Oil" your joints with exercise
• Control your stress, aggression, and depression
• Determine whether or not you need surgery

Like the millions of others living with arthritis, you want to take an active part in managing your disease and improving day-to-day living. In this book, you'll find the most up-to-date information on the latest treatments-from physical therapy and magnets to surgical and homeopathic options-as well as hands-on diet and exercise plans that can help reduce your symptoms. You'll explore the best-of-the-best of many different healing systems, ranging from standard Western medicine to Eastern healing methods to more unconventional therapies, including:

• Acupuncture
• Aromatherapy
• Ayurvedic medicine
• Bee venom therapy
• Folk medicine
• Herbs and homeopathy
• Hypnotherapy
• Reflexology