Natural Health: What can I do about my painful osteoarthritis? 

Megan Sheppard: "The inflammatory agent Nitric oxide is considered a significant factor in osteoarthritis, as it is present in much higher levels in individuals with osteoarthritis." Picture: iStock.

I’ve developed osteoarthritis in a knuckle on my left hand. It’s the only part of my body affected. I recently got a steroid injection to help manage the pain. Is there a natural pain relief you could suggest?

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint common in the knuckles, knees, hips, lower back, feet, and toes. Along with general wear and tear to the cartilage, biochemical processes contribute to this condition.