Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, a main characteristic being a decrease in functionality and motion of the joints. Unlike an acute condition, Seattle osteoarthritis is a recurrent and long-lasting illness. It is usually the hip, knees and joints of the hand that are affected in osteoarthritis. 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 main categories of osteoarthritis:
1. Primary osteoarthritis – may be caused by persistent and extreme strain. A predisposition to it is also brought about by heredity.
2. Secondary osteoarthritis – is frequently caused by trauma.
The primary signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis in WA are:
1. Pain – the first symptom that moves the patient to pursue treatment and care
2. Stiffness – is often felt in the mornings
3. Swelling – is a sign of an inflammatory condition
4. Crepitus – a grating sound made when joint ends rub each other and there is no cartilage to cushion them
Treatment for osteoarthritis at Seattle Chiropractor includes the following:
1. Losing weight – lessens the stress on weight-supporting joints
2. Exercise – increases muscle strength and encourages cartilage formation
3. Diet – rich in Glucosamine sulfate, Chondroitin sulfate, vitamins C and D, and calcium
4. Heat – can be beneficial in minimizing the pain and stiffness of osteoarthritis
Your Chiropractor, Dr Nadeem Bajwa DC, is a licensed professional who will take your history and examine you thoroughly. In addition, he will perform orthopaedic and neurologic tests on you and order diagnostic x-rays to determine how far your osteoarthritis has progressed. With these information at hand, they will develop a management plan appropriate for your case.
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