Management of psoriatic arthritis with individualized homoeopathic treatment: A case study

Abstract

Introduction: Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic autoimmune condition characterized by inflammation of the joints and skin. Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) presents a complex clinical challenge, often requiring multimodal treatment approaches, due to its chronic nature and variable clinical presentation. While the conventional treatment may have adverse systemic effects in long-term use. Alternative treatment through Homoeopathic medicines can provide a gentler treatment. And this case report explores the potential role of Homoeopathy in managing psoriatic arthritis.Case Summary: A 38-year-old man presented with a three-year history of psoriatic arthritis. He reported symmetric joint pain and swelling affecting his wrists, knees, and ankles, accompanied by morning stiffness lasting more than an hour. Psoriatic skin lesions, characterized by thick, scaly plaques, were present on his back. He was greatly benefitted from Individualized Homoeopathic treatment with Ignatia amara medicine within a period of 10 months. The case evaluation utilized the Psoriatic Arthritis Response Criteria (PsARC) Score to assess arthritis and the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) Score for lesions. Following treatment, there was a notable decrease in scores, correlating with an improvement in the patient's overall well-being. The report adhered to the CARE Checklist guideline, and the causal attribution of the Homoeopathic treatment effect was evaluated using the Modified Naranjo Criteria (MONARCH Criteria). Consequently, this case report underscores the effectiveness of individualized Homoeopathic treatment for psoriatic arthritis.