Chiropractic Treatment for Arthritis
Joint Inflammation is called Arthritis and there are more than hundred types of arthritis. Arthritis affects different part of body and has different causes. It affects joints, soft tissues, Ligaments, lungs and in some it affects heart valves too.
Types of Arthritis
There are varieties in types of Arthritis which are characterized by inflammation and pain in joints. Each patient has different experience in this condition some feel severe constant pain and for some pain increases while moving while for some rest is more painful.
- Osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease: It is the most common form of arthritis, it is a result of overuse of joints , trauma and aging , as it is more common in older people. Abnormal anatomy, deformity of a joint, such as in hip dysplasia, might contribute to the early development of osteoarthritis. Poor blood supply , Poor nutrition, and immobilisation can also cause osteoarthritis.
- Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis & Spondylitis are the body attacks itself. These types of arthritis are mostly seen in younger people.
- Septic arthritis is caused by viral or bacterial joint.
- Gout on the other hand is a metabolic condition and inflammation, which is caused deposition of uric acid crystals in the joint.
Arthritis Treatment: Diagnosis, Care and Treatment
It is important to have a proper diagnosis including a thorough case history and examination, and, x-rays or MRI scans, urine and blood tests if needed. Once diagnosed properly, you can be treated more effectively according to the type of arthritis you have.
If you are suffering from any symptoms which points at arthritis and need further tests to diagnose your condition we may ask for more tests. The medical specialists in the field of arthritis are called rheumatologists.
How Can Chiropractic help?
Chiropractic has been proved beneficiary in conditions like arthritis and it should be considered as an addition to medical care, in particular Osteoarthritis is most common type of arthritis. Osteoarthritis is treated with anti inflammatory medication which is not good, because long term use of anti inflammatory medication can damage the cartilage and lining of the stomach. Fortunately chiropractic is at help.
Chiropractic practitioner may suggest laser treatment, gentle exercise and proper diet plan; you can reduce your intake of anti-inflammatory medication. In fact some of our patients have stopped taking them all together.
There is not a real cure for inflammatory arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis ,psoriatic arthritis and spondylitis. the inflammatory process can be very severe and therefore it is important to take medication to control it ,and to avoid joint destruction. Chiropractic treatment is still useful as a therapy for these conditions to help you control the symptoms.