Robert Kopf - Ankylosing spondylitis--Morbus Bechterew treated with Homeopathy and Schuessler salts (homeopathic cell salts): A homeopathic and naturopathic guide

Robert Kopf, Author of Naturopathy and Traditional Healer

Translated from german edition by the author

Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory disease that can cause the vertebrae in the spine to fuse. This fusing makes the spine less flexible and can result in a hunched-forward posture. If ribs are affected, it can be difficult to breathe.

Usually this disease starts in early adulthood. Men are more affected than women. The symptoms might worsen, improve or stop at irregular intervals.

Symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis are stiffness and inflammation in your lower back and hips, neck pain, fatigue, pain and inflammation in the sacroiliac joint (the joint between the base of your spine and your pelvis), shoulder joints, tendons and ligaments, in the cartilage between your breastbone and ribs, stiffness and pain in the morning or after rest. Particularly the pain improves with exercise and worsens with rest.

Complications of ankylosing spondylitis:

New bone forms and bridges the gap between vertebrae and fuses sections of vertebrae. Those parts of your spine become stiff and inflexible. Fusion can also stiffen your rib cage, restricting your lung capacity and function.

An eye inflammation (uveitis) with rapid-onset eye pain, sensitivity to light and blurred vision.

Osteoporosis - the vertebrae of the spine become brittle and porous.

Vertebral fractures can injure the spinal cord and the nerves that pass through the spine.

Diseases of heart, kidneys, liver and aorta (the largest artery in your body)

A stooped posture (kyphosis)

Causes of ankylosing spondylitis are:

Genetic factors

People who have a gene called HLA-B27 are at risk of developing ankylosing spondylitis.

Disorders of the immune system. The body's immune system mistakenly attacks joint tissues, causing inflammation and painful swelling of the joint lining.

Hormonal disorders

An acidification of the body

Infections with certain bacteria (Klebsiella, chlamydia)

Mineral deficiency and vitamin deficiency

Metabolic disorders

Food additives (sweeteners, artificial flavors and taste enhancers affect our metabolism)

Environmental pollution (heavy metals, electrosmog as well as pollutants in the air and water weaken our enzyme systems).

In the homeopathic and biochemical treatment (Schuessler salts) of ankylosing spondylitis, detoxification therapies serve the activation of metabolism, the immune system and strengthening the body's circulation and connective tissue. It cleans, de-acidifies the body, is mineralizing and leads to a balanced life energy. The body will be purified and the dissolved metabolic waste, acids and toxins are excreted through the intestines, urinary tract, lungs and skin.

Ankylosing spondylitis can be caused and reinforced by a mineral deficiency and an acidification of the body. Mineral deficiency and acidification in turn weaken the hormonal system, connective tissue and immune system. Also a defective metabolism favors ankylosing spondylitis, acidification and chronic health problems and is often the result of a disturbance of mineral intake and mineral distribution.

Although we may receive enough minerals in our food, in the event of a metabolic disorder, not all of the minerals may reach the cells. The use of homeopathic remedies and Schuessler salts is a good way to compensate this mineral deficiency in a natural way and to treat ankylosing spondylitis.

Stress, acidification of the body, as well as environmental toxins hinder the mineral transport through the cell membranes. This is where the effect of Homeopathy and Schuessler salts works. They activate the excretion of toxins and acids. The basal metabolic rate increases and the self-healing power of the body is activated.

First I like to explain you the therapies for the treatment and prevention of ankylosing spondylitis offered in this guide:

Homeopathy was developed about 200 years ago by Samuel Hahnemann. The three basic principles of Homeopathy are the simile rule, homeopathic drug testing and detection of individual disease. The most important principle is the principle of similarity (simile rule), which was formulated in 1796 by Hahnemann.

It states that a patient should be treated with the remedy, which can cause in its original state similar symptoms in healthy people like the existing disease. It notes primarily the main complaints of the patient. Together with a few differentiating additional informations (modalities) then the right remedy will be found for the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis.

The dosage depends on the condition of the patient. As the patient improves, the distances between the medication will be gradually extended.

What happens if you choose the wrong remedy? Nothing - just as a key does not turn in the wrong door lock, a wrong homeopathic remedy does not cause any reaction in the body.

The homeopathic remedies are available as D-, C- and LM potencies. For the beginners in Homeopathy, I recommend the use of lower D-potencies. Higher potencies (D200, C and LM potencies) should only be given by an expert, as they go very deep in their effects and are often used only once.

Schuessler salts (also named homeopathic cell salts, tissue salts, Biochemistry) for the treatment and prevention of ankylosing spondylitis

In the 19th century the german physician Dr. Wilhelm Heinrich Schuessler (1821 to 1898) developed his health cure with homeopathic mineral salts. In recent years this therapy celebrated a comeback.

In his studies Schuessler discovered twelve mineral compounds, comprised each of a base and an acid, which play a crucial role in the function and structure of the body. He developed his own system with which many diseases can be treated in a natural way.

Schuessler focused his search on mineral salts and trace elements, which are found in every cell of the body and called his method of healing "Biochemistry" (chemistry of life). It is based on the assumption that nearly every disease is caused because of the lack of a specific mineral salt. This leads to dysregulations inside the cells. The molecules cannot flow freely.

A mineral salt deficiency arises from the fact that the cells cannot optimally use the minerals. To improve their absorption, mineral salts therefore have to be highly diluted (potentized). Schuessler used the homeopathic potencies D3 (3x), D6 (6x) and D12 (12x) for his therapy. In general, the 6x (dilution 1:1 million) or 12x (1:1 trillion) is taken.

In this naturopathic adviser, I will give you recommendations how to treat and prevent ankylosing spondylitis with Homeopathy, herbal tinctures and Schuessler salts. I will present you the most proven homeopathic remedies and Schuessler salts, including the appropriate potency and dosage.

Naturopathy works holistically and treats the whole body, spirit and soul. I wish you much success, joy of life and especially your health.