Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease. It the most common form of arthritis in the United States and United Kingdom based on statistics...
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease. It the most common form of arthritis in the United States and United Kingdom based on statistics of chronic disabilities. It may happen to anyone of us as we age and to people with unhealthy lifestyle. In managing osteoarthritis,
an individual should commit to change depending on to what level of capability the person still has.
There are many ways that may cause osteoarthritis. One thing that plays a big impact in our lives is how we deal with our day-to-day. Keeping healthy is a tough work but it is all worth it. Eating proper meals and exercise can prevent bone density from wear and tear. Lifestyle modification is always a top priority but often neglected and it can affect us, our body, and the way we live.
Proper diet is relevant. There are sources rich in vitamin C, D, omega-3 fatty acids, and beta carotene that may prevent, restore, and strengthen bone structure. We all know that vitamin C is good to boost up our immune system but a part of what vitamin C can do to our body is that it helps in the formation of collagen and proteoglycans which are two major components of cartilage that protects the bones from friction.
Another is vitamin D, a prerequisite nutriment that assists in absorbing calcium into our bones for better joint functioning. Moreover, omega-3 fatty acids that can lessen inflammation and nourishes joint cells that serves as barrier from osseous breakage. And finally, beta-carotene, an antioxidant that helps to counteract chemicals that damages cartilages. Nonetheless, food is effectively digested when interact with exercise. Exercise sustains good posture, good blood circulation and fuels the joint to avoid stiffness and promotes skeletal movement.
For most people with osteoarthritis, drug therapy and orthotics might be necessary to reduce symptoms such as joint pain and swelling. Medications can be relieving. For instance, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as acetaminophen and pain relievers like ibuprofen, may give people a remedy. However, be cautious on the adverse effects because these drug therapeutics are so effective they come with uncomforting side effects.
In addition, orthoses also provides relief in aches of the joint areas and inflammation through the use of splints for the upper limbs, or either or both of braces and insoles for the lower limbs and feet. Lastly, if and when of these has insignificant result, surgery is the last resort. Joint replacement surgery may be recommended for patients who are vulnerable because of age or with major injuries.
However, there have been strings of complications associated with joint replacements such as pain, inflammation, loosening of the hip implant, and metallosis to name a few. Because of this, some hip implant products are pulled out from the market which includes Stryker hip device recall.
At any rate, osteoarthritis may not be cured yet but we just have to adjust with the changes that come along with it by keeping it healthy in all aspects and proper management.
