Treatment Info For Arthritis

Arthritis

Be sure that you have read carefully the Cayce philosophy page as missing any one of the principles there could cost you in some form – we know we have done it.

One of the most important principles outlined by cayce and others where people are suffering from any condition is to do everything they can to help others in whatever capacity they can. Cayce frequently mentioned that this would bring faster results. This is a great ingredient in helping all people to transmute their own karma. See other pages on this particularly important treatment.
There are about 150 different types of arthritis recognised by rheumatologists for the term is used to cover a wide range of illnesses covering the muscular skeletal system. Basically however arthritis refers to inflammation of the joints the most common being osteoarthritis.
Less common but far more disabling is rheumatoid arthritis, which is usually a more chronic disease. Usual methods of treatment involve aspirin which acts to suppress inflammation Cortisone that seems to be effective but extended use has shown side effects to the adrenal glands, which impairs the body to withstand stress. There is also a tendency for the symptoms to intensify when the cortisone is withdrawn.

From the cayce perspective

As a preventative measure Cayce said that one should have a peanut oil rub or massage once a week over the entire body, the peanut oil being used liberally and no one need fear arthritis.

Causes

Cayce describes the causes, which were limited to seven categories: poor assimilation, poor elimination, impaired circulation, glandular malfunction, karmic and psychological causes previous treatments spinal sublaxations and injuries.
According to cayce there was a pattern with improper eliminations in some people, which began with the production of excess stomach acid, a condition that sometimes came from suppressed anger and other stress related conditions. The excess acid tended to decrease the lymphatic system.
Poor assimilation was also a factor, with some foods actually becoming poisonous due to their inability to be utilised properly. Constipation resulted.As a contributing factor circulation was mentioned in 40% of cases. In 8% of cases glandular misfunction was sited as the first cause and in 29% of the readings as a contributing factor. Karma was also mentioned as a cause as was the bearing of resentments, this was considered to be a major factor in the development of the disease. Prevoius treatments were also mentioned with one man being told that certain immunisation injections had disturbed his circulation resulting in an arthritic condition.Spinal misalignments and injuries were also noted as a first cause, most of the readings mentioned the coccyx or the lower portion of the spine as the source of the problems.Other contributing causes were diet,exercise,and attitude.

Treatment

Foods to avoided were white flour and its products, white bread, pasta etc.all fried foods, carbonated drinks, beer and hard liquor, [an occasional glass of red wine was OK] and white potatoes but the skins were OK. Combinations of foods to be avoided were starches and sugar, coffee and tea with milk or cream and citrus fruits with cereals or dairy products. A typical diet placed emphasis on vegetables and fruits whole grains and light proteins.highly advised was a decrease in meats and starches with meat being completely excluded from the diet for a period of time .In severe cases a semi liquid diet was advised to avoid strain on the system.

Massage, indicated in 63% of the readings was to be given usually after another treatment such as as Epsom salt baths or after a steam bath or the use of the wet cell device. Specific oils were advised to be used with the massage were equal parts of olive oil with peanut oil and tincture of myrrh. Prepared by heating a small amount of olive oil and then adding the myrrh. It was mentioned to use the oils freely and as much as the body could absorb. Other oils were lanolin, mineral oil, olio pine needles, sassafras oil, witch hazel, oil of wintergreen, cedarwood oil, mustard oil, kerosene and tincture of benzoin. Cayce said to heat the oil before use to aid absorbtion. Massage were to be given in a firm but gentle rotary motion not pinching the muscles but drawing the circulation by moving the hands smoothly over the skin. Special attention was to given to the neck and spine and to parts of the body where there was discomfort. The direction given for the massage was from the trunk to the extremities of the body. Frequency of massage varied but the most common was once weekly, once monthly and three times weekly.

Atomidine was also recommended in 42% of cases, due to its high iodine content this was recommended in specific dosages and treatment cycles. Excessive iodine in the system could overstimulate the thyroid and result in harmful effects in the body. Never take atomidine when you are using thyroid medicine or other drugs as the drugs could react with each other and have undesirable effects. The most common dosage was one drop taken daily for five days followed by a five-day rest period then one-drop daily then rest for five days. Then resume the cycle.Daily dosages ranged from one to eight drops daily. It was recommended that atomidine was taken in half glass of water in the morning before eating. Frequently atomidine was coordinated with Epsom salt baths and massage with the baths being taken during the rest period and immediately following the atomidine sequence.

Improving the elimination process within the body, in about 37% of cases the most frequent methods were castor oil packs, enemas, colonics, and eno salts. Body temperature water was to be used for the colonic which was to be followed by a rinse with an antiseptic such as Glyco thymoline one-tablespoon to a quart of water. Warm castor oil packs can be also applied over the abdominal area together with internal doses of olive oil. If the reaction to colonics and enemas was to severe, emphasis was placed on gentler methods such as Epsom salt baths, steam baths and a diet rich in laxative foods. Epsom salt baths were in a range of five pounds of Epsom salts to about 20 galls of water for a modern tub and 8-10 pounds for an old tub. Be in the tub for about 10-12 mins to start with and then work up to 20 mins. Further stimulation to the body could be given with using massage or rubbing the extremities of the body while in the bath. Temp of bath was to be as hot as possible up to the point of pain. Epsom salt packs can be also applied when needed over areas of extreme pain.

Spinal manipulation such as osteopathy although chiropractic and neropathy were also recommended. Cayce claimed there was no better mechanical therapy as good as spinal manipulation .One could start at the base of the spine and sometimes at the top- cayce gave both methods, and you could also work from the outer portions of the body inwards.

6.	Mental attitude was essential to healing; it had to be conducive to the healing. Positive thinking opened the body to the source of all healing- that which is spiritual and unitive in nature. Cayce said that only the self stood in the way of healing.

7.	Persistence and consistency of the treatments was highly desirable.

Fume baths using a cabinet steam bath were also recommended in 19% of readings, the baths were to relax the body and stimulate the perspiratory system so it could throw off toxins and waste through the skin. Various substances were to be added to the baths such as witch hazel which was most frequent.Atomidine,pine oil, Epsom salts and a mixture of witch hazel and iodine, pine and wintergreen oil, or pine oil and tincture of benzoin.To avoid strain an ice bag or cold cloth could be placed on the head. In almost all cases massage was recommended after the sweat.

Electrotherapy was also mentioned, using the wet cell in the most severe cases. The impedance device was also used for 20 min in cycles of four at a time; meditation and devotional thoughts were advised during the treatment. The violet ray was used in conjunction with other treatments such as internal doses of chloride of gold and bromide of soda. These were to be taken just before the violet ray treatment and the ultraviolet light applied over the spine and lower limbs treatment time varied from 1.5 – 30 min and daily – once every 2 weeks.

10.	Internal doses of gold and soda – minute amounts of chloride of gold and bicarb of soda in half a glass of water.

11.	Although not specifically recommended by cayce spiritual healing has the capacity to be very beneficial in all illnesses- see other pages on this fascinating subject.

12.	From the Reilly health book which is essential reading to all those who are interested inn getting and keeping well are the directions for the Epsom salt bath .

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Relief has been obtained to joints, pain of arthritis, of inflammation of the tendons by using Epsom salts and massage.A seamstres was sent to reilly, using a Epsom salt hand bath and massage for two weeks she was able to close her hand something she had not been able to do two weeks before.The same treatment was applied with many musicians . Make a hot Epsom salt solution by adding one pound of salts to a basin or bowl .Soak the hand for about 5 mins and then massage the hand with the other hand under water , really work the fingers rotating the joints Then soak again for another 5-10 mins .After about 20 mins of soaking take the hands out and massage with peanut oil all the way up the arms , the same procedure can be used with the feet.

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Epsom salt baths were also advised with amounts varying between 5-20 lbs of salts to the bath tub starting at 101degress and working up to 106-108 , staying in the tub for 10-12 mins to start and then gradually increase to 20 mins .An ice bag over certain areas with help you bear the heat. This he found particularly good therapy for stiff joints muscular pain arthritis and rheumatism for increasing the metabolism and the work of the heart and relieving pain. Caution with cardiovascular and high blood pressure cases

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Where possible the patient is to do everything they can to help others in whatever capacity they can. Cayce frequently mentioned that this will bring faster resultsThis is a great ingredient in helping all people to transmute their own karma. See other pages on this particularly important treatment.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

This is a chronic inflammatory condition; it may apparently begin at any time, the usual onset is between 20-40. The symptoms are joint swelling stiffness, warmth tenderness and pain; this can be very debilitating.

Cayce gave 19 readings for eleven people with this condition with an age range of 22-72 yrs old.

Causes

1.	Glandular incordination mentioned in 7 cases and was a major factor .It was the lack of proper hormonal secretions which contributed to problems with the circulation, the blood and calcium levels and the proper absorption of minerals from food.

2.	Improper eliminations which would lead to a build up of toxins within the body was sited in 6 cases

3.	In four cases spinal misalignment especially in the lower spine which could interfere with the proper nerve impulses action.

4.	Poor assimilations were mentioned as a contributing factor in three cases.

Treatment

Ten people received dietary advice with the emphasis on alkaline reacting foods – raw vegetables such as carrots, cabbage, watercress, celery and lettuce. Served in any combination for one meal a day. Leafy veg was recommended over the pod variety. Strongly advised were food sources, which contained specific minerals such as magnesium, silicon, sulphur and iodine. Avoid of red meats, fried foods, and starches.

2	Nine people were recommended massage with a combination of olive oil and peanut oil with the limbs joints and extremities receiving special attention.

3	Electrotherapy was mentioned in 7 cases where there was evidence of nerve deterioration, the wet cell was to be used to combat this.the violet ray and the radial appliance were also mentioned.

4	Hydrotherapy was mentioned in 5 cases and took the form of Epsom salt baths this was to relax the body and relieve pain.

5	Four people were given instructions for internal doses of atomidine to improve glandular coordination.

6	Gold chloride was mentioned in 4 cases once by itself and with bromide or bicarbonate of soda. This was to help the nervous system.

7	To relieve pain in the joints cayce advised packs of Epsom salts and in two cases castor oil pack and one of glycothymoline.

8	Sedatives were mentioned in three cases in the form of aspirin, cobra venom [to be administered by a doctor versed in this field] and a capsule consisting of eucalyptus, rectified oil of turpentine and benzosal.

9	Kaldak tonic and stimulants for eliminations were also mentioned.

10	Adjustments to the entire spinal column were suggested in four cases.

Although not specifically recommended by cayce spiritual healing has the capacity to be very beneficial in all illnesses- see other pages on this fascinating subject.
Where possible the patient is to do everything they can to help others in whatever capacity they can. Cayce frequently mentioned that this will bring faster resultsThis is a great ingredient in helping all people to transmute their own karma. See other pages on this particularly important treatment.

Some feedback

My healing was major. I have been free of flare-ups for three years at this writing. Because of this level of healing, I know I would not change a thing about what I did! By adhering to Cayce's instructions as closely as possible, I hit on an effective combination of Atomidine, Epsom Salts, and Massage Oils. Though not easy, I consider the problems I encountered to be very minor compared with the benefits

Castor Oil Packs & Ice as Needed Daily use of Castor Oil Packs has been shown to dissolve arthritic spurs, but I used them to treat local inflammation. Before consulting with Dr. McGarey, I kept serious inflammation flare-ups under control the same way I had been doing for ten years, with Castor Oil Packs. I also applied ice, sometimes alternating the two with severe flare-ups. Ice alone is sufficient for minor flare-ups. Only once did Cayce recommend Castor Oil Packs for treating arthritis, but they had been extremely helpful, so I continued with them. The worst flare-up I experienced as part of my recovery involved my right hip, much of my pelvic area and my lower back. The pain was excruciating with even the slightest movement, so I only got out of bed to crawl to the bathroom. I was unable to walk for four days. My doctor would very likely have treated me with cortisone shots if I had called him. Cayce says clearly that anti-inflammatory medications are not helpful, and in fact make things worse. I felt cortisone shots would prevent the flare-up from carrying out its corrective purpose. I was right. Day and night for a week, I alternated castor oil packs with ice, noting gradual improvement. The hip not only completely healed, it ceased to trouble me thereafter.

The Edgar Cayce arthritis healing methods for me were a resounding success. After only 6 weeks, I noticed a greatly reduced need for toxic anti-inflammatory drugs, and soon eliminated them altogether. Within a few weeks of my conversation with Dr. McGarey, all major symptoms suddenly subsided. The general pain in my body and joints was virtually gone, as were the flare-ups and swelling. I felt deep release from pain and the aggressiveness of the illness, as if the arthritis had been stopped and could not return unless I went back to old habits.
Edgar Cayce's remedies gave my body a life and vigor it had not known in more than a decade! I was continuing to heal when I foolishly allowed parts of the program to lapse. Had I followed the Cayce instruction of applying the full program persistently and consistently for a period of time well beyond the cessation of symptoms, I would today be in remission or completely cured. Nevertheless, three years later I remain in a much improved state of health, and completely free of the acute inflammation flare-ups by which I was literally crippled prior to the program. I fully credit Edgar Cayce's miraculous therapies for this dramatic and sustained improvement. Until I applied them seriously, I deteriorated. After I applied them, I improved rapidly. Edgar Cayce's genius gave me back my life.

Fuller details can be found in Reba Ann karps book encyclopedia of healing ISBN 0446 30981-8 which gives lots of treatments on all manor of diseases.
And the Edgar cayce handbook for health by Harold reilly and Ruth hagy brod Harold had 43 yrs working with the readings Isdn0-02601960-4 Obtained from the cayce center ARE or the heritage store, Virginia beach

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Research from the meridian institute

Meridian Institute, 1853 Old Donation Parkway, Suite 1

Virginia Beach, VA 23454

(757) 496-6009
Ran by a team of doctors the meridian institute carried out a brief study on a few of the cayce treatments including Arthritis, a brief summary is here for fuller details please contact them or their website meridianinstitute.com/

Seven individuals participated in a 10-day live-in instructional/treatment program in November 1998, in which they were taught the elements of the Edgar Cayce therapies for arthritis. One person had rheumatoid arthritis, and six had osteoarthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is characterized by inflammatory changes in the synovial membranes of the joints and the areas around the joints and by atrophy and rarification of the bones. In osteoarthritis there is generally no inflammation and no spreading or migratory type of joint involvement. Rather than a loss of calcium, there is a calcium build-up. The project explicitly did not require participants to change their current therapies or medications. The principal therapies included dietary changes, massage, Atomidine (an iodine supplement), and Epsom salts baths. The participants then returned home to continue these therapies for six months, submitting daily logs of compliance with the protocol.
Arthritis symptoms were evaluated at the beginning of the program and after six months. Four of the seven people returned for the six-month follow-up in May 1999. One was unable to attend the April session, and returned in November. Another responded to a questionnaire by mail, and one person dropped out of the study.
Of the six participants who submitted information, three had excellent compliance with the protocol. One felt “much improved,” and two felt “improved.”

Other interesting feedback

According to Reba Ann karps book DR Charles Lucas chief of endocrinology and metabolism at Harper grace hospitals Detroit has reported that a diet low in animal fats will ease rheumatoid arthritis pain.with some of his patients reporting that that pain and stiffness nearly disappeared and swelling in joints reduced remarkably.

Further substantiating cayce is a study done by the Department of medicine at Wayne State University Detroit Michigan in that fat free diets have been found to produce complete remissions in six patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Bee venom was mentioned by cayce and in the UK experiments have isolated an anti-inflammatory agent within the venom. In the US it has also been found that injecting bee venom into the painful joints activates natural cortisone production in the bones thus relieving the pain of arthritis.