Osteoarthritis? See Your Local Chiropractor!
By Donna Stark
There are so many things grabbing your attention these days that it might be easy to miss the warning signs your body is trying to send to you. Are your knees creaking and crunching every time you climb a flight of stairs? Do you grab your hip when you attempt to stand up? Has brushing your hair started to hurt? If so, you may be suffering from osteoarthritis. Do you know what that means? It means a visit to your local chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic is in order!
Causes of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is caused when there is a breakdown of the joint's cartilage, the tissue found between the bones in a joint. When the cartilage breaks down, the bones are forced to rub against each other and that can lead to the pain you are feeling. This can happen for many different reasons, but a few of the most common are aging, injury, genetics, and obesity. Take a look at some of the symptoms that appear with osteoarthritis.
- Aches and pain during or after movement
- Joint stiffness, especially in the morning
- Muscle weakness in the affected area
- Swollen or deformed joints
- Grinding sensation in the joint
- Reduced mobility, range of motion, and flexibility
Treating Osteoarthritis With Chiropractic Care
There are many ways to treat osteoarthritis, but if you are looking for a safe, effective, and all-natural treatment, chiropractic care may be your solution! Here's how routine chiropractic care can help you manage your osteoarthritis pain.
- Places the body's joints in proper alignment
- Decreases swelling and inflammation in the body
- Reduces pressure on and around the joint
- Restores optimal function to the joint and surrounding muscles
- Slows the degeneration process
Treating Osteoarthritis at Home
In addition to routine chiropractic care, there are several things you can do on your own to find relief, and fortunately, they are simple to do!
- Heat and ice - Before you engage in physical activity, apply a heating pad to your joints. And when you get back, apply some ice.
- Weight loss - If you are carrying around extra weight, do everything you can to drop those pounds. Weight loss is one of the best ways to remove stress from your joints.
- Exercise - Staying physically active and increasing your muscle strength can help alleviate pain and reduce the stress that is placed on your joints. Find a low-impact exercise that you like, such as walking, swimming, or cycling.
Pain-Free Days Ahead
Listen to your body and give it the attention it needs. By taking action with routine chiropractic care and some simple changes to your everyday routine, you can start looking forward to pain-free days ahead!
To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Arvada, Colo.