Osteoarthritis
Most older adults suffer from age related pain conditions such as Osteoarthritis and
Arthritis. The disease can affect the articular cartilage. The entire joint may be affected as it
advances. Pain due to Osteoarthritis can be found in many joints of the body, but is commonly found in weight
bearing joints such as hips and knees creating weakness and pain.
The symptoms of osteoarthritis
include:
- Deep aching joint pain that gets
worse after exercise or putting weight on it, and is relieved by rest
- Pain that is worse when you start activities after a period of no activity
- Over time, pain is present even when you are at rest
- Grating of the joint with motion
- Increase in pain during humid or moist weather
- Joint swelling
- Limited movement
- Muscle weakness around arthritic joints
Some people might not have symptoms.
Osteoarthritis Treatment
Osteoarthritis Treatment consist of comprehensive
complementary therapies to alter the progressive pathological cascade. Early intervention may not alter the
rate of cartilage damage but may help to maintain the integrity of the joint capsule, ligament, muscles and tendon
structures. We combine evidence-based therapies to help older adults:
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Nutritional Therapy -Biocell (chondrotin,glucosamine hyaluronic acid supplement)
Studies shown that 1200mg of chondrotin,1,500mg glucosamine (Drovanti et
al, 1980, Vaz.,1982) ,Hyaluronic acid (Balazs and Denlinger,1993) have shown positive
results on joint function and reduce pain. Hyaluronic acid found to be effective as naproxen therapy
with fewer side effects.
Benefits of Osteoarthritis Treatment
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Reduce impairment and improve function
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Increase range of motion, strength
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Facilitate daily activities
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Protect the joints from further damage through reduce stress
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Improve posture and improve bio mechanics
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Prevent disabilities and poor health
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