One of the most common problems with an aging body is arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative join disease that most often results from trauma to the joints, infection, but most often age. Joint pain is the main symptom of osteoarthritis. This joint pain is the result of inflammation around the joint because of damage from daily wear, disease, muscle strains, and tears of the joint. It is very painfully and can be debilitating in its advanced forms. Fortunately, there are treatments for people with osteoarthritis.
As you develop inflammation in your joints which results in severe joint pain, the main symptom of arthritis, you become less and less likely to move those painful joints. Unfortunately, that only exacerbates the problem. By not moving stiff and painful joints, you are only making the stiffness worse. Physical therapy can help solve that problem. Many people who suffer from consistent arthritic pain seek the help of a physical therapist. Because lack of movement makes the problem worse, a physical therapist can help you develop a program of movement that is the best treatment for your arthritic pain. A physical therapist will help you work out that stiffness without causing further damage to the affected joint.
In addition to physical therapy, occupational therapy can also be beneficial. In occupational therapy you will learn how to modify your work and home environments to reduce aggravation of your arthritic joints. This will help you learn to reduce the strain on your joints that is caused by everyday activities. If you are suffering from arthritis, physical therapy is a great option for treatment.
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