You Don’t Have to Struggle with Arthritis Alone

Published on: November 9, 2018

Whether you have osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, the pain and lost function can be frustrating, affecting your quality of life. Medications can only go so far to offer relief. Arthritis is not like an injury – not using your affected body parts will not help it heal, but will only make the problem worse. While chronic arthritis cannot be cured, it can be managed. You do not need to struggle with the pain of this disease alone. Working with a physical therapist can help you manage your pain and increase function for a higher quality of life.

Physical therapy for arthritis can involve many different types of treatment. While exercises are used, there are other therapies that can be beneficial to improve flexibility, mobility and reduce inflammation. Some of the therapies that may be used include:

  • Massage and manipulation
  • Aquatic therapy
  • Dry needling
  • Neuromuscular reeducation
  • Manual therapy

In many cases, physical therapy for arthritis can involve a combination of several different techniques to gain more mobility while helping reduce discomfort. Since each patient has different issues and levels of pain, each treatment must be customized for the best results. The good news is there are options and you do not need to face your chronic arthritis alone. With the help of a physical therapist that specializes in treating arthritis, you can regain mobility and flexibility while managing your pain and discomfort.

You can still enjoy your life and find relief from your arthritis pain without relying completely on medications. Seek help for your chronic arthritis from an experienced physical therapist that can give you treatment options to improve your mobility and offer relief from arthritis pain.

Posted on behalf of:
Sovereign Rehabilitation
5555 Peachtree Dunwoody Road Northeast #225
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 835-3340

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