You Don’t Have to Live in Pain!
Have you ever experienced pain in your lower back, knees, wrists, hips, or joints? Arthritis may be the culprit. Arthritis is a joint condition that causes discomfort, stiffness, swelling, and inflammation.
In the event that only one joint is inflamed, the condition is known as monoarthritis. If two or three joints are involved, they are referred to as oligoarthritis. Many people with arthritis suffer a lack of mobility or a decline in their range of motion, since their joints are simply too swollen to move.
If you are dealing with joint pain or arthritis, you may appear to lean on over-the-counter medications, but this is just temporary. What you need is a healthy, natural, long-lasting relief of pain. Physical therapy will help you with this!
Contact Anders and Associates Physical Therapy today to learn more about physical therapy and how a personalized care plan could be the solution you’ve been looking for.
How can physical therapy benefit me?
Physical therapy is all about engaging in physical activity and exercise in order to improve your overall health. Regular physical activity is essential for achieving the highest levels of physical and mental health, and it is critical to the management of arthritis.
Your physical therapist may develop a recovery regimen that covers all parts of the body. For example, if you have arthritis pain in your knee, your workout program will target your lower back, hip, and ankle, in addition to your knee.This is because all of these areas contribute to proper mobility of the knee.Proper lifting and squatting exercises will also be part of the recovery plan, as well as moving large items in the right way so that you can learn how to minimize undue pressure on your back.
Physical therapy can also involve manual therapy with soft tissue mobilization, deep tissue massage, TENS, ice packs, and heat therapy. All these therapies are passive approaches that reduce inflammation, increase blood circulation, reduce pain, increase mobility, and enhance range of motion.
Physical therapy is a healthy, natural, and non-invasive treatment for arthritis pain.
What happens after I get diagnosed with arthritis?
When you first see your physical therapist, he or she will inspect your joints for deformity and inflammation, check for signs of illness, and review your history of symptoms. They can also order blood or urine tests, x-rays, or joint fluid tests as needed.
The sooner your arthritis is caught and diagnosed, the greater chance you have of maintaining your strength and mobility later in life. Early diagnosis can prevent impairment and irreversible harm. Your physical therapist will suggest certain workout plans, supplements, and rest.
It’s crucial that you perform your exercises safely and properly in order to prevent injury, so make sure you listen when your physical therapist gives you tips!
Do you have any of these common types of arthritis?
There are over 100 types of arthritis. Below is a list of some of the most common ones and what part of the body they affect the most.
- Rheumatoid arthritis. This results from an overactive immune system. It affects the hands, feet, elbows, wrists, knees, and ankles.
- Osteoarthritis. This condition occurs due to wear and tear of the cartilage. It typically affects the spine, hands, knees, and hips.
- Gout. This condition is extremely painful and occurs when there is an increased level of uric acid in your bloodstream.
- Psoriatic arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis typically affects large joints, causing inflammation in the places where tendons and ligaments connect to bone.
Arthritis is the most common chronic illness in the nation. According to Arthritis.org, “More than 50 million adults and 300,000 children have some type of arthritis. It is most common among women and occurs more frequently as people get older.”
This is most likely why there is a misconception that arthritis only affects the elderly. Arthritis can render people unable to work, and many suffering from it are forced to go on disability. Arthritic pain can seriously interrupt a person’s routine, quality of life, and overall mobility.
Physical therapy for arthritic pain has been proven by research to be highly effective. If you suffer from arthritic pain be sure to call us to schedule an appointment with one of our skilled physical therapists.
Discover arthritis relief today
Arthritis pain can be exhausting, miserable, and crippling for those who suffer from it. Worse yet, as of now there is no fix for it. Fortunately, however, physical therapy is an option, which is a safe, natural, and non-invasive method for arthritis pain.
Physical therapy can tailor a therapeutic treatment routine to enhance mobility and strength. If you have arthritis pain, be sure to make an appointment with one of our licensed physical therapists.
We are 100% committed to your success. Our research-driven therapies will help you resolve your pain quickly and get your life back on track!
