Symptoms
Arthritis
is a general term that means inflammation of the joints. it is the most common type of arthritis. It is
associated with a breakdown of cartilage in joints and can occur in
almost any joint in the body. It is more common than Diabetes
according to some studies. It most commonly occurs in the weight
bearing joints of the hips, knees, and spine.
- Pain after overuse
- Bony enlargements in the middle and end joints of the fingers
- Joint swelling and joint fluid accumulation.
Causes
- Heredity
- Obesity
- Injury
- Joint Overuse
Treatment
The
treatment of OA focuses on decreasing pain and improving joint
movement.
- Ozone Therapy
- Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
- Physical Exercise
- Osteoarthritis pain management-Psychological Support and Counseling
- Self-Help and Education Programs
