Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis.
Osteoarthritis is a very common diagnosis - millions of patients worldwide suffer from this pathology.
Over time, the protective cartilage between the bones wears off and osteoarthritis forms in the background of this process. Any joint is injured, but most often it occurs in the joint of the hand, knee, thigh, spine.
Complete recovery of the damaged joint due to pathology is impossible, although the symptoms characteristic of this form of arthritis can be managed.
Of course, you should follow the course of treatment prescribed by your doctor! Also recommended:
- Low-intensity, light exercise (walking, cycling, water aerobics) is beneficial for muscle tightening and general health around the joints. Stop exercising if you feel new joint pain due to physical activity. Remember, post-workout pain that lasts longer than 4 hours means you are overworked, that is, your joint is not damaged.
- Extra stress for the joint is excess weight, therefore, you need to lose extra pounds. Patients feel relief even during slight weight loss;
- Yoga can also help relieve stress. Yoga also reduces the pain of osteoarthritis and improves the patient's ability to move;
- Cold tissue relieves muscle spasm and pain;
- If necessary, assist with a cane and other medical equipment.
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/osteoarthritis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-
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