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Arresting Arthritis

by Carol Ann Baraff

If health police existed, they would say that when one's gait starts to stiffen, muscles to

ache, and joints to enlarge, the culprit is probably arthritis, a pervasive degenerative

disorder that plagues tens of millions in the U.S. alone. Although the term refers

primarily to inflammation of the joints, it also serves as an umbrella for a number of

other related malfunctions that affect the musculoskeletal system. Of the hundred-plus

different types of arthritic disease, the two most common are osteoarthritis, caused

mostly by wear and tear on the large weight-bearing joints, and the more disabling

rheumatoid arthritis, which may affect many of the smaller joints as well.

The many discourses in the readings on this topic can be distilled into several main

areas of focus. Those that follow can be applied to various types of arthritic disease.

According to Cayce, most cases of arthritis can be traced to a functional imbalance

between the body's organs of assimilation and elimination with chronic deficiencies in

nutrient intake and waste management affecting each other in a debilitating kind of

progression. There are also chemical changes involving glandular imbalance and

circulatory abnormalities in a system that is literally being poisoned by toxins

originating in the gastrointestinal area. With the body in emergency mode, proper

rebuilding of cells in the joints and ligaments is sacrificed.

In reversing this process, the first order of business endorsed by Cayce is, therefore, to

promote internal cleansing through diet and other treatments. A typical arthritis diet in

the readings consists of easily digested vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lightproteins. A decrease in meat and carbohydrates is often advised while meat sometimes

is completely eliminated for a period of time with the exception of beef juice. Foods

with a laxative effect, such as the "mummy food" combination and extremely light

diets, are common. Sugar, refined grains, fried foods, carbonated drinks, beer, hard

liquor, and white potatoes (except for the skins) are to be avoided with few or no

exceptions.

Additional aids to detoxification, especially in the form ofcastor oil packs, enemas, and

colonics, are often recommended. Epsom salts bathsand cabinet sweats, which promote

elimination through the pores of the skin, are preferred in the most sensitive cases.

Poor or impaired circulation is often regarded as a contributing factor in arthritis.

Circulatory deficiencies can easily contribute to gastrointestinal sluggishness leading to

an aggravation of symptoms.

Cayce's primary solution to this problem is gentle massage, especially in cases where

little else can be tolerated. This is usually to follow an Epsom saltsor steam bath, which

relaxes the body and promotes the absorption of oil. Cayce's favorite for this purpose is

peanut oil. A combination of equal parts of heated olive oil and a tincture of myrrhis

also often favored. Other massage formula ingredients suggested includelanolin,pine

needle oil, sassafras oil, witch hazel,wintergreen oil, and cedarwood oil.

When it can be tolerated, the readings also advise spinal manipulation to improve the

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circulation, relax the muscles, relieve pain, and alleviate pressure on nerve impulses to

all parts of the body. In the view of the readings, there is no other form of mechanical

therapy so closely in accord with the natural attempts of the body to heal from within.

Also recommended, where appropriate, is light to moderate exercise.

Glandular imbalance is found to be a factor in development of many cases of arthritis.The endocrine glands, which secrete hormones capable of activating specific organs,

play a vital role in maintaining the body's chemical balance. When this balance is

chronically upset by intestinal problems, the resulting toxins can lead to arthritis

symptoms.

Glandular stimulation is, therefore, often indicated to help dissolve deposits in the joints

so that they can be gradually drained and eliminated. Treatments such asEpsom salts

baths and massage are employed for this purpose.

Another important cause of arthritis is negative attitudes and emotions, which begin

with their ruinous effect on digestion. The readings put it this way:

As indicated for most people and it is very well here: don't get mad and don't cuss a

body out mentally or in voice. This brings more poisons than may be created by even

taking foods that aren't good. (470-37)

Constructive attitudes in action may be regarded as treatments in their own right and as

supplemental to others. One way to creatively apply the concept of "mind is the builder"

is to literally reinforce an expectation of health by always visualizing treatments as

beneficial.

Several other Cayce arthritis treatments deserve mention but are more individualized.

They include hot Epsom salts packs over painful areas, various forms of electrotherapy

(Wet Cell, Radio-Active appliance, Violet Ray, Ultra Violet Light), and tiny internal

doses of gold and soda.

How does one come up with a personalized arthritis treatment? A possible approach is

to find a reading that seems to "match" one's case. Another is simply to focus on the

basics of correcting the diet, adding elimination aids, scheduling regular massage,

promoting glandular stimulation, and adopting healthy attitudes. The clear message is

that arthritis symptoms may be arrested and, in time, dissolved.

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