Osteoarthritis is defined as a degenerative disease that may occur in any synovial joint. Fort Myers Osteoarthritis is not an acute inflammatory condition but a chronic one. Osteoarthritis most commonly affects the knee, hip and joints of the hand. Osteoarthritis is frequently seen in about 50% of people over 55 years old. It can occur in any of the joints in the body. There are two major types of osteoarthritis:
1. Primary osteoarthritis – an outcome of continuous and excessive strain on the affected part or a familial tendency to the disease
2. Secondary osteoarthritis – is frequently caused by trauma.
The most common signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis in FL are:
1. Pain – the most likely reason why patient is seeking care
2. Stiffness – is often felt in the mornings
3. Swelling – due to chronic inflammation
4. Crepitus – a clicking sound from swollen synovia grinding against one another and the cartilage has eroded
Treatment for osteoarthritis at Perkins Chiropractic Center includes the following:
1. Weight loss – to reduce stress on weight bearing joints
2. Exercise – to strengthen muscles and to help stimulate cartilage growth
3. Diet – rich in Glucosamine sulfate, Chondroitin sulfate, vitamins C and D, and calcium
4. Heat – heat may help relieve the pain and stiffness
To arrive at a correct diagnosis and the extent of your osteoarthritis, your Chiropractor, Dr Brandon Perkins DC, will perform a detailed history and examination, and include orthopaedic and neurological testing as well as radiographic studies. With these information at hand, they will develop a management plan appropriate for your case.
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