Arthritis Treatment
Spinal Health Clinics specialise in treatments to release tenderness, stiffness, and overall joint pain caused by arthritis.
There are different types of arthritis which can affect all of the joints in the body, but more commonly, we see this condition in:
Due to the different variations of arthritis and its causes, treatments can also vary.
See below for more information on the range of treatments we offer for Arthritis.
Causes of Arthritis
Often thought of as a degenerative disease, arthritis affects over 9 million people here in the UK, with over 415,000 of those affected being under the age of 20.
There are more than 100 types of arthritis or arthritis-related conditions, but the most common conditions are:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Juvenile arthritis
- Lupus
- Gout
Wear and tear is one of the leading causes of arthritis. We see many sufferers over the age of 50; however, illness, injury, and congenital disabilities can also play a role in joint pain and deterioration of a joint.
A brief view of your medical history, including family history, can give us a better understanding of what causes your arthritis, for example:
Hereditary – Has your immediate family suffered from an arthritic condition, or do you have anyone within the family with autoimmune diseases such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis?
Injury – Have you ever suffered a joint injury such as a dislocation or fracture? Injuries which are severe or have not healed correctly can cause arthritis to develop.
Work-life – Does your career require you to “overuse” or strain your affected joint? Many sufferers with lower back pain from arthritis may have had a long career in the building industry.
Sports and hobbies – Are you invested in a hobby or sport that results in a high impact on your affected joint or overuse. Even a simple action like knitting over many years may result in arthritic hands.
Treatments for Arthritis
Treatment is tailored to each individual based on their needs.
In most cases, especially where wear and tear is the root cause, manual therapy performed by an osteopath is very effective in treating arthritic symptoms.
Other suggested treatments may include:
- Physiotherapy
- Medications which help with pain relief and helps reduce swelling
- Cold or hot therapy
- Surgery
Our specialist will also be able to advise on lifestyle and dietary changes, which will help reduce arthritic flare-ups and prevent further damage to the joint.
For more complex conditions, we may offer a referral to another specialist within our team.
Dhruve is a fantastic osteopath and has really helped with my neck relieving the pain.
Nicola Fox
Patient
The benefits of osteopathy for arthritis treatment
Our specialist can provide a thorough assessment of your arthritic joints and create a treatment plan, as well as preventive advice to ensure your pain is managed at home and work.
For more complex conditions, we may offer a referral to another specialist within our team.
Our specialist team is on hand today to help you with your needs. Contact us today if you wish to book in for an assessment for arthritic pain or have received a diagnosis and want to discuss treatment plans.
