Arthritis is a chronic condition that causes joint pain in millions of people across the globe. There are more than 100 types of arthritis that wear down the cartilage between your joints and allow your bones to rub together.
The two most common types of arthritis are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. They are more common in people who are older or overweight, but they can affect people for many different reasons.
It’s important to know the symptoms of arthritis so you can tell when your pain is serious enough to visit a medical professional for treatment. Symptoms of arthritis usually include some or all of the following:
- Severe pain in the joints
- Stiffness
- Swelling
- Redness around the joints
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Loss of appetite
If you notice any of the symptoms listed above, along with any other concerning symptoms, please contact your healthcare provider. He or she can determine whether the cause of your pain is arthritis and recommend a course of treatment.
Treatments for arthritis usually involve medications and corticosteroids. These are effective in reducing joint pain, but they come with undesirable side-effects. Another treatment option that comes with minimal side-effects is physical therapy.
How does physical therapy help people with arthritis?
The physical therapists at Border Therapy Services in Las Cruces, Texas are healthcare professionals who are skilled in treating all kinds of conditions, including arthritis. Physical therapy treatments typically have little-to-no side-effects. Your physical therapist can determine the best techniques to reduce arthritis pain and improve joint mobility without pushing your body too hard and causing harm.
Physical therapy treatments for arthritis vary depending on the severity of the disease and other factors like age and weight. These treatments typically include:
- Stretches and exercises
- Hands-on therapy
- Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
- Hot and cold therapy
- Ultrasound
- Posture guidance
- Weight-loss guidance and more
Contact Border Therapy Services in Las Cruces, Texas for arthritis treatment
Do you live with limited mobility and joint pain from arthritis? Have you been recently diagnosed or have you been suffering from arthritis for years? Either way, physical therapy can help reduce your pain and improve your mobility. Contact us today if you’re ready to schedule an appointment with one of our physical therapists for arthritis treatment.
Our Las Cruces location:
880 S. Telshor Blvd. #202
Las Cruces, New Mexico 88011
Border Therapy Services serves patients from multiple clinics in the El Paso area. Please visit our locations page to find other clinics that may be more conveniently located for you.