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ARTHRITIS

What is Arthritis ?

Arthritis is the inflammation of a joint and may be a symptom of many disorders. It is marked by pain, stiffness, and swelling of one or more affected joints. The degree of severity ranges from mild pain and stiffness, to excruciating pain and eventual joint deformity. Although no cure has yet been found for the disorder, it can be properly managed to allow you to lead a normal, active, and productive life. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

ARTHRITIS -OSTEOARTHRITIS

Osterarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, occurs when the cartilage lining the bony surfaces of joints breaks down or when spurs(bony outgrowths) develop. The condition is caused by the excessive wear and tear of joints resulting from overuse of a joint obesity, or malalignment of the bones forming a joint. Most affected are weight-bearing joints such as the lower back, hips and knees. Osteoarthritis commonly affects the elderly though not all exhibit symptoms.

SYMPTOMS

Painful joint which usually worsen with exercise.
Swelling of the affected joints and occasionally inflammation.
Creaking and stiffness, which restrict movement and occasionally disrupt sleep. The muscles surrounding the affected joint become weak from disuse.
Joint deformity.

CAUSE

Wearing out of the cartilage (elastic tissue) lining the bone ends in a joint due to excessive strain over prolonged period of time or due to other diseases, injury or deformity.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

Consult a doctor who will determine the type of arthritis you have:
Rest the joint until the pain subside to prevent further inflammation.

To ease the pain or stiffness of the joint, apply heat on the joint for 15 minutes once or twice a day using a hot water bottle or towel an infrared lamp.
If the pain is severe, apply a cold pack (ice cubes wrapped in a towel).
Take simple painkillers
Swim, preferably in heated swimming pools

WHAT YOUR DOCTOR/PHARMACIST CAN DO FOR YOU.

Take X- rays and do other tests to determine the type of arthritis and asses disease activity.
Prescribe anti-inflammatory medicine, strong painkillers or special medicines.
Recommend physiotherapy relieve pain and stiffness, improve joint movements and strengthen muscles.
Recommend occupational therapy to help a patient who has been disabled by the disorder cope with daily activities and tasks.
Recommend surgery to reduce pain, correct deformities and improve function of the affected joints..

Recommend Vitamin/Herbal Supplements such as celery complex, apple cider vinegar to improve the joint function.

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