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Common Treatments for Arthritis

January 31, 2020

Arthritis refers to inflammation or disease in one or more joints. The word comes from the Greek word “arthron,” meaning “joint,” and the suffix “-itis” which means “inflammation.” Symptoms of arthritis usually include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and mobility/movement issues.

Over time, arthritis can wear down and damage the protective cartilage in the joints so that the movement of the joints is no longer smooth. Pain can develop that becomes chronic or debilitating, which then requires treatment.

Let’s talk about some of the noninvasive and minimally invasive treatments for arthritis and where you can find medical expertise to help you control the condition.

How Is Arthritis Treated?

Treatments for arthritis will begin with noninvasive modalities such as over-the-counter medication and therapeutic exercise, and the treatments will become more invasive if your arthritis becomes worse. These methods include the following:

Rest and Medication

In many cases, especially in the early stage, arthritis symptoms are relieved by rest, ice therapy, heat therapy, and anti-inflammatory medications. You may use assistive devices such as a splint or a cane to avoid stressing your joints and to provide extra support.

These conservative treatments usually provide much-needed relief from joint pain and stiffness. Your doctor may give you a prescription that will provide more extensive relief from the pain and other symptoms.

Exercise and Physical Therapy

No treatment plan for arthritis is complete without physical therapy. This includes strengthening and stretching exercises which will have a direct effect on the joints that are affected by arthritis.

The strengthening exercises help reinforce the muscles around the arthritic joint to give it extra stability and support, so there is less stress and pressure on the joint. Low-impact exercise such as walking, dancing, yoga, and pilates can greatly benefit arthritis sufferers.

Dietary Modifications

Being overweight puts added stress on your joints, which can therefore cause you to develop arthritis because of the weight-bearing pressure wearing down the cartilage in your joints. By switching to a healthy diet, you will eventually shed pounds which eases pressure on your joints.

Additionally, certain foods have anti-inflammatory properties, such as fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fruits and vegetables such as oranges, papayas, berries, grapes, tangerines, carrots, bell peppers, and pumpkin. It is also a good idea to stay away from foods with processed sugar.

Viscosupplementation

If you do not experience a reduction in arthritis symptoms after including the abovementioned factors in your lifestyle, then you will likely respond well to viscosupplementation. During this minimally invasive procedure, the doctor injects hyaluronic acid into the arthritic joint in order to reduce the symptoms of arthritis. This treatment helps to protect the bones in the joint from rubbing against each other by essentially fostering a cartilage-like supportive effect.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is traditional Chinese medicine and has been used in the Far East for thousands of years for pain relief. This treatment involves inserting thin, hair-like needles into pressure points in order to promote healing and reduce pain and inflammation. Acupuncture is rarely a standalone treatment and is usually part of a comprehensive treatment plan for best results.

Arthritis Treatment in Wellington and Royal Palm Beach

Do not let arthritis limit your life. Here at Advanced Medical Clinic, our compassionate primary care physicians offer you advanced and customized treatment options for your condition. We want to be your go-to family doctors.

To schedule a consultation, call us today at (561) 434-1935 or request an appointment now via our online form. We look forward to helping you enjoy a pain-free lifestyle of health and wellness.

 

Filed Under: Arthritis Tagged With: Arthritis, Joint Pain, Muscle Pain, Orthopedics, Treatments

Treatments for Headaches

December 27, 2019

A headache is possibly one of the most disruptive pains you can experience. Headaches are not only painful, they also interfere with your day like no other type of pain. A lot of people find themselves having to change plans, delay completing important work, and rescheduling meetings because of headaches.

The important thing to note about headaches is that not all headaches are the same. There are different types of headaches and treatment will vary depending on the type of headache you have. Let’s take a look at some common types of headaches and how to treat them.

Migraines

A migraine headache, according to the American Migraine Foundation, is a neurological disease, with multiple subsets, all of which are associated with head pain.

Migraines with auras are headaches that come with sensory or visual elements. The sufferer may experience numbness, and their vision may be affected to the point that they see patterns like zigzags or dots.

A migraine headache can exhibit with pulsating pain and may be accompanied by nausea and vomiting. Working, talking, and watching tv can exacerbate a migraine. It can take several hours to three days for a migraine to disappear.

Knowing what triggers a migraine is extremely helpful when relieving painful symptoms. Avoiding those triggers will assist in managing the migraine before it begins or worsens.

Your healthcare provider can prescribe medications for migraines that are severe and long lasting. Resting in a dark room, applying a compress to the head, and relaxing can also help alleviate migraines.

Tension headaches

This type of headache is felt on both sides of the head and gives a similar sensation to wearing a very tight hat. You may also feel pressure or a dull ache. This type of headache is triggered when you are stressed or worried about something for a long period of time.

Tension headaches can be treated at home taking over-the-counter pain medications, managing stress, and relaxing. When these methods fail to work, talk to a doctor for further treatment. Your doctor may be able to prescribe more effective medications, biofeedback, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Cluster headaches

These headaches are severely painful and can last for weeks at a time. The pain symptoms develop on one side of the head and can be accompanied by a runny nose, congestion, or watery eyes.

Treating a tension or cluster headache with over-the counter medications like aspirin and ibuprofen can be helpful in relieving pain. If the pain doesn’t subside with over-the-counter medications, your doctor can prescribe other stronger medications.

Cluster headaches are often treated through fast-acting treatments (prescription pain medications, oxygen, etc.) for immediate relief as well as preventive treatments (corticosteroids, nerve blocks, etc.) to reduce the frequency and severity of future headaches.

Headache Treatment in Wellington, Pennsylvania

If you are experiencing unexplained and frequent headaches and want relief, contact the experts at Advanced Medical Clinic. We have a wealth of experience treating all types of headaches and would love to help you find relief.

Call (561) 434-1935 to make an appointment. You can also request an appointment online.

Filed Under: Migraines Tagged With: headaches, migraines, Tension headaches, Treatments

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