Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Homeopathy Treatment without Surgery

Avascular necrosis occurs when blood flow to a bone is interrupted or reduced. Reduced blood supply can be caused by:

Osteonecrosis is most common in the hip joint , but also seen in the humerus, knee, and talus and more rarely seen in the smaller bones of the wrist such as the lunate or scaphoid.

AVN mostly occurs between ages of 20-50 years.

It can be caused by trauma or non-traumatic events

1.Joint or bone trauma

An injury, such as a dislocated joint, might damage nearby blood vessels.

A fracture in a bone eg femoral head.

Cancer treatments involving radiation also can weaken the bone and harm blood vessels.

2. Non-traumatic

 Heavy drinking  and steroid abuse have been identified as major risk factors

 Numerous studies have also concluded that hyperlipidemia in the femoral head, induced by steroid and alcohol use, are associated with osteonecrosis. Both of these factors precipitate an increase in fat volume in the bone marrow and blood lipid levels, thereby increasing the deposition of fat and interrupting blood flow to the femoral head.

 Cigarette smoking: due to changes in nitric oxide bioavailability, there is an increased oxidative stress level and endothelial dysfunction

 Obesity: osteonecrosis is positively associated with BMI. Overweight and obesity are, just like steroid and alcohol use, often associated with hyperlipidemia.

 Chronic usage of corticosteroid:Long term usage of these drugs may interfere with body's ability to break down fats and fatty substances which get collected in the blood vessels. This makes them narrower and reduce the amount of blood supply to the bone.Glucocorticoid intake was found to have an even stronger association than alcohol use.

 Blood clotting, damage to arteries

 Chemotherapy or Radiation therapy

 Sickle cell disease

 Autoimmune diseases

 Metabolic disorder

 HIV infection

Ankylosing Spondolsis

A medical condition, such as sickle cell anemia or Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

Studies show that there is a higher prevalence among males, this could be attributed to higher levels of smoking and alcohol use. Greater fluctuations in climate temperatures may also contribute to higher rates of non-traumatic osteonecrosis.

The following are the most common symptoms for avascular necrosis, however, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:

* minimal early joint pain

* increased joint pain as bone and joint begin to collapse

* limited range of motion due to pain

In the early stages of AVN and Kummel disease, you may not have any symptoms.

The symptoms of avascular necrosis may resemble other bone problems. In the early stages of avascular necrosis, patients may not have any symptoms. As the disease progresses, however, most patients experience joint pain-at first, only when putting weight on the affected joint, and then even when resting.

If the bone and surrounding joint surface collapses, pain may develop or increase dramatically.

Pain may be severe enough to limit your range of motion in your spine, and some people with Kummel disease have neurological symptoms like numbness and tingling. The time between the first symptoms of Kummel disease and loss of function is different for each person, ranging from several months to more than a year.

Pain usually develops gradually and may be mild or severe. If avascular necrosis progresses and the bone and surrounding joint surface collapse, pain may develop or increase dramatically. Pain may be severe enough to limit the patient’s range of motion in the affected joint. In some cases, particularly those involving the hip, disabling osteoarthritis may develop.

The period of time between the first symptoms and loss of joint function is different for each patient, ranging from several months to more than a year.

Avascular necrosis can be classified into four different stages: 

Stage 1: Radiographic changes are absent or show minor osteopenia. An MRI scan is required for identification (can show oedema). The onset of this disease is asymptomatic.

Stage 2: First stage with radiographic changes. This stage is characterized by sclerosis of the superior central portion of the joint head and/or osteopenia and/or subchondral cysts.

Stage 3: In this stage, the articular surface is depressed so that the round contour is compromised, without being significantly deformed. This leads to a joint space narrowing. A plain radiograph shows a crescent sign.

Stage 4: This stage is characterized by a wide collapse of the subchondral bone and destruction of the underlying trabecular pattern. This can lead to secondary arthritis.

During a physical exam your doctor will likely press around your joints, checking for tenderness. Your doctor may also move the joints through a variety of positions to see if your range of motion has been reduced.

Imaging tests:

Many disorders can cause joint pain. Imaging tests can help pinpoint the source of pain. The options include:

X-rays. They can reveal bone changes that occur in the later stages of avascular necrosis. In the condition's early stages, X-rays usually appear normal.

MRI and CT scan. These tests produce detailed images that can show early changes in bone that may indicate avascular necrosis.

Bone scan. A small amount of radioactive material is injected into your vein. This tracer travels to the parts of your bones that are injured or healing and shows up as bright spots on the imaging plate.

The aim of homeopathic treatment is 

arresting the bone damage in patients of Avascular Necrosis because of interrupted blood supply

address the pain in bones because of bone damage

regenerate damaged area by promoting natural healing, induce bone growth

Homeopathy is Safe ,Gentle & Effective.There are Homoeopathic Remedies for Bone Necrosis.Homeopathic treatment for Avascular Necrosis uses the body’s own restorative process to heal, its aim is to stop the destruction of bones in patients of Avascular Necrosis because of interrupted blood supply.

Homeopathic remedies can reduce the pain in bones & heal the necrosis'

Aesculus

Aesculus is especially indicated for people with low back pain who also have a tendency toward venous congestion and hemorrhoids. This remedy relieves lower back aches and stiffness from overexertion or minor trauma leads to Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction.Pain in the very low back the sacral or Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur areas that feels worse when standing up from a sitting position, and worse from stooping, may be eased with this remedy.

Actaea racemosa

Actaea, only the small joints are most likely to be affected Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction. Later she suffers from after-pains, and they are felt in the inguinal region. Rheumatic stiffness of the back and very sensitive spine.Severe aching and stiffness in the upper back and neck, as well as the lower back with pains that extend down the thighs or across the hips Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint may be eased with this remedy. It is often helpful for back pain during menstrual periods, with cramping, heaviness, and soreness. A person who needs this remedy typically is talkative and energetic, becoming agitated or depressed when ill.

Bryonia

Bryonia is a homeopathic remedy that can be used to treat low back pain with Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction. It is suitable when the person is in extreme, even violent pain in Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction. The person may be worse from the slightest motion and much better from rest and hard pressure.Changing position, coughing, turning, or walking may bring on sharp, excruciating pain. This remedy can be helpful for back pain after injury and backaches during illness Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Inflammation.

Calcarea phosphorica

Chronic low back pain and muscle weakness may lead to inflammation and soreness of Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction that are aggravated by dampness and cold.Stiffness and soreness of the spinal muscles and joints, especially in the neck and upper back, may be relieved by this remedy. The person feels worse from drafts and cold, as well as from exertion. Aching in the bones and feelings of weariness and dissatisfaction are often seen in people who need this remedy.Crawling and coldness. Buttocks, back and limbs asleep.

 Fluoric Acid

Useful for the necrosis of long bones. The bones include humerus , femur and tibia & Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction.Useful to halt the necrosis appearing in long bones lead to AVN in Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction. There is excess body heat and the external heat worsens the condition. Rigidity in the Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint lead to Sacroilitis. Pain from the nape of the neck . 

Rhus toxicodendron

This remedy can be useful for pain in the neck and shoulders as well as the lower back leads to  Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction, when the pain is worse on initial movement and improves with continued motion. Even though in pain, the person finds it hard to lie down or stay still for very long, and often restlessly paces about. Aching and stiffness are aggravated in cold damp weather and relieved by warm applications, baths or showers, and massage.

Syphilinum

Very helpful in treating Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction leads to femur bone necrosis called AVN .Useful for bone pains that worsen at night and experienced throughout the night. There is specific pattern regarding the appearance and disappearance of pains in Sacroilitis.There is gradual increase in bone pains and in the same way, a gradual disappearance of pains. Useful when there is worsening of pains because of heat and some relief by applying cold water. There is great Craving for alcoholic stimulants and a history of excessive alcoholism may be present'

 Silicea

Very useful for necrosis premature death of cells of a variety of bones especially Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction. Recommended for necrosis of jaw, wrist bones, hand bones, feet bones, ankle, knees and in addition long bones including humerus, femur due to Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur Joint Dysfunction and tibia are all the site of action for using Silicea. There  is sensitivity to cold air when bone pains worsen from a slight exposure to cold air. Warmth brings relief. There is an excessive offensive odor on the feet.

 Natrum Sulph

A liver remedy, especially indicated for the so-called hydrogenoid constitution, Very useful in Avascular Ischemic Necrosis AVN Osteonecrosis femur hip joint lead to AVN. Useful for pain get worse during motion or when stooping, Complaints are such as are due to living in damp houses, basements, cellars. They are worse in rainy weather, water in any form,e.t.c.