Arthritis

Arthritis is a common condition that causes joint inflammation and pain, often becoming debilitating. Arthritis can make it difficult to do everyday activities. At Dr. Phillips Chiropractic Nutrition and Wellness in San Antonio, TX, we can help. Our chiropractor, Dr. Donald Phillips, provides a variety of natural pain relief options for arthritis. We will help you return to a healthy, pain-free life.

.

Forms of Arthritis

There are several different forms of arthritis that can come with different symptoms. Here are some of the most common:

  • Osteoarthritis: This is the most common form of arthritis. It’s very common among the elderly. It appears over time as the joints experience repetitive trauma from daily living or overuse. Over time, the cartilage around bones in joints can wear down, causing friction in joint motion. Without the protective cartilage, bones rub against bone in the joints, causing pain.
  • Rheumatoid arthritis: This form of arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the joints as well as other parts of the body. The nature of an autoimmune disorder causes the immune system to attack varying healthy parts of your body. Your major organs can be affected, such as your heart and lungs, but also your blood, eyes and skin. The joints become swollen, causing pain and often deformity and erosion of bone tissue. There are many risk factors, but age, gender, and genetics play a large part in those who are afflicted with rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Other forms of arthritis: Septic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis all cause joint inflammation and pain.

Chiropractic Care for Arthritis

Arthritis is inflammation. Many people simply take over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication to reduce inflammation. Over time, however, these medications can have a negative impact on other organs in your body. Pain medications also only provide temporary relief.

Chiropractic care to treat arthritis is an excellent alternative to anti-inflammatory drugs. Our chiropractor uses non-invasive techniques to alleviate pain. When you first visit us, Dr. Phillips will ask about your symptoms and perform a physical exam to look for any underlying conditions. Then, we will create a personalized treatment plan for you.

There are many different methods we can use to alleviate arthritis pain. Spinal adjustments are performed to help realign the spine, allowing for an improved range of motion throughout the body and increased joint flexibility. We can also use soft tissue treatments, like cold laser therapy and massage therapy, to reduce inflammation and improve blood flow, alleviating pain. Dr. Phillips may also give you exercises and use physiotherapy techniques to strengthen your body and help it heal.

Visit Our Chiropractor in San Antonio, TX for Arthritis Pain Relief

If you are suffering from arthritis, we can help. At Dr. Phillips Chiropractic Nutrition and Wellness, we will find the right techniques to alleviate your pain. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

Location

Find us on the map