Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints, which can cause pain, discomfort and stiffness throughout joints and the body. Common symptoms of arthritis and joint inflammation include swelling, joint pain and stiffness and decreased range of motion — typically worsening with age.
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disorder affecting flexible joint cartilage. Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder in joints
How Can Chiropractic Care Help Those with Arthritis?
Chiropractic care can be a great way to manage and relieve pain caused by arthritis. Chiropractors deliver a gentle, non-invasive chiropractic adjustment. Chiropractic adjustments reduce joint restrictions or misalignments in the spine and other joints in the body in an effort to reduce inflammation and improve function of both the affected joint and nervous system. By increasing joint mobility and improving your nervous system function and spinal health, your body has the ability to better manage symptoms caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
Below are some of the health benefits chiropractic care and chiropractic adjustments can provide to arthritis patients:
- Reduced pain and discomfort
- Decreased inflammation
- Improved range of motion
- Improved flexibility
- Increased activity and lifestyle
Beside chiropractic adjustment, electrode therapy, ultrasound therapy and rehabilitation exercises to relief muscle and joint pain. Reduce inflammation, facilitate blood flow and speed up the healing process.