Arthritis & Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and is a leading cause of joint pain in an older population. A progressive loss of cartilage between the bones leads to pain and joint stiffness. This loss of cartilage is typically due to genetics, but trauma and repetitive activity are also factors in its occurrence. Some inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis can also lead to loss of cartilage in the joint. This can occur in any joint but is most common in the knees, hips, shoulders, wrist, and CMC joint of the thumb.
If you have joint pain, call the office in San Francisco or book an appointment online to get started.
Arthritic pain usually develops slowly over time and is most common in patients over 60 years of age.
Symptoms usually begin very gradually with only a slight increase in pain or subtle loss of motion. Sometimes an unrelated injury in the joint can make underlying arthritis suddenly symptomatic. These symptoms tend to worsen over time especially as a person gets older. More severe arthritis can be associated with significant loss of motion as well as catching or cracking noises known as crepitus.
Other causes of joint pain can include injury, tendonitis, bursitis, fracture, or tendon injury. For all joint pain a workup from a provider is recommended to diagnose the problem and help get you back to activity as quickly as possible.
Common Conditions
+ Degenerative Disc Disease
+ Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder
+ Osteoarthritis of the Wrist or CMC Joint
+ Osteoarthritis of the Hip
+ Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Treatment
At Urgently Ortho we customize a treatment plan to meet your individual needs. For osteoarthritis some of the most common treatments can include different types of injections, the use of anti-inflammatories, physical therapy, and bracing. For some conditions, surgery in the form of joint replacement can be the best option. Learn more on our surgical treatments.
Ephraim Dickinson, MD and Breiana Brady, PA-C at Urgently Ortho have extensive experience treating your arthritic pain and providing therapies to prevent future problems and to keep you active and healthy. Don’t continue to suffer from joint pain or immobility. If you have questions about your joint pain, call Urgently Ortho in San Francisco or use the online booking tool to schedule an appointment today.