At our chiropractic clinic in Yorkville, we meet hundreds of individuals every year suffering from osteoarthritis. This highly prevalent condition can occur in virtually any joint, although the knees are among the most commonly affected.
Arthritis means joint inflammation. Osteoarthritis (OA), one of the most common types of arthritic conditions, is specifically caused by wearing down of the cartilage within the joint space.
Cartilage normally acts like a protective cushion within joint spaces, reducing friction and absorbing forces of weight-bearing.
Typically, OA is the result of age-related wear and tear on the joints. Certain people are more at risk for developing it, including people who are overweight and people with a history of knee injury.
The main symptom of osteoarthritis of the knee is a pain, often described as sore and achy. It can be felt on the front, sides, back, or "inside" the knee, and is often worse first thing in the morning.
Additional symptoms of knee OA include stiffness, the physical or audible sensation of joint cracking, and the feeling of instability in the knee. People with OA often have difficulty walking, kneeling, and getting up off the ground or out of a chair.
When you consult with a Yorkville chiropractor, you'll be offered the most state-of-the-art chiropractic and physical medicine care to manage your knee pain. We can prescribe corrective exercises to maximize the strength of the supportive muscles around your knee, as well as offer gentle mobilizations and distractions of the knee to alleviate pain and stiffness. We also offer SUPARTZ FX injections which help restore normal pain-free movement of your affected knees.
We'll also be sure to educate you on ways to prevent OA from worsening (or even from developing in the first place!), which may include strategies such as weight loss, safe exercise, and work hardening/ergonomics training.
Do you struggle with stiff, achy, painful knees? Looking for natural relief from your osteoarthritis? Contact the team here at Advanced Physical Medicine of Yorkville. Our staff is standing by and ready to help you find effective relief without the reliance on drugs or invasive procedures. Call us now at 630-239-7284.
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