Arthritis refers to a type of medical condition characterized by joint pain and stiffness. This condition, which ranks among the leading causes of disability in the United States, can severely impact the quality of your life. Dr. Jean Fontaine of Vitasource Chiropractic & Rehabilitation in Northeast Philadelphia, PA, offers a variety of chiropractic care services that can help ease arthritic pain and symptoms, especially for those who seek treatment of their arthritis as early as possible.
Is Arthritis Curable?
Although a cure for arthritis remains undiscovered, notable advancements in medicine have led to the development of innovative treatment options, greatly improving the management of arthritis and its associated symptoms.
Osteoarthritis
The CDC reports (2019-2021) that more than twenty percent of American adults have been diagnosed by a doctor with an arthritic condition. In raw numbers, this translates to approximately 53 million people. There are many types of arthritis, but osteoarthritis is the kind of arthritis that ranks among the most common joint disorders. This type happens when joint cartilage erodes. The outcome is a bone-on-bone contact that creates pain and related symptoms. Chiropractic care can aid in realigning joints and alleviating various symptoms associated with osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis’ development and progression are generally impacted by several factors- some, like age, genetic predisposition, and gender, cannot be controlled. However, many of these influencing factors can be self-managed by each individual –
- Body Weight.
- Previous Injury.
- Muscle weakness, among others.
At-Home/Self-Care Suggestions
Maintaining mobility and flexibility as you age is crucial to prevent various medical issues. Therefore:
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Follow a nutritious diet.
- Regularly consult a chiropractor for treatment/advice.
Chiropractic Care for Arthritis
Chiropractic care offers relief using a variety of complementary therapies that alleviate painful joints, muscles, and tissue –
- Spinal Adjustments.
- Spinal Decompression.
- Electrical Stimulation Therapies.
- Electrical Muscle Stimulation.
- Microcurrent Therapy.
- Interferential Current Therapy.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound.
- Therapeutic Exercise/Stretching.
- Nutritional Counseling.
- Wellness Counseling.
- Nutritional Supplements.
- Shockwave Therapy, and more
Contact a Leading Northeast Philadelphia, PA, Chiropractor Today
Are you interested in a non-invasive, non-medication treatment to manage your arthritis? For more information, contact Dr. Fontaine or a team member of Vitasource Chiropractic & Rehabilitation at 215-276-2250 or online.