Arthritis Specialists In Malvern, PA
Get Real Arthritis Relief, Without Surgery
When chronic joint pain and stiffness start turning simple daily tasks into major hurdles, it’s time for a change. You may not need invasive surgery or a lifetime of prescription medications to find relief. Our proven, non-surgical arthritis care is designed to get you out of pain and back into motion safely and effectively.
Aligned Medical Group’s Comprehensive Arthritis Treatment Options
- A Whole-Body Approach: Aligned Medical Group uses a whole-body approach to comprehensive arthritis management. Rather than focus on specific painful joint, this approach evaluates the entire body and how it functions as a whole. Our arthritis specialists want to learn what caused the arthritis to begin with, so surrounding areas are examined for functional and structural problems. To achieve better outcomes for arthritis patients, our whole-body approach may incorporate different disciplines, including chiropractic care, biologic treatments, therapeutic massage, functional medicine and nutrition, guided home exercise programs, and trigger point injections.
- Chiropractic Care: Chiropractic care is a great non-invasive treatment option. In addition to improving joint mobility to speed up healing, chiropractic manipulation reduces inflammation and muscle tension, resulting in improved range of motion and better mobility for patients. A more mobile joint is better able to stay hydrated and sustain synovial fluid, the natural lubricant that acts like oil in an engine.
- Human Tissue Biologics: Injecting autologous biologics (blood or tissues derived from you) or allogeneic tissues (tissues donated by someone else) is a good option for helping your body regenerate damage from arthritis. These tissues work with your body’s innate ability to heal the degenerating joint.
- Massage Therapy: This is a relaxing and therapeutic arthritis care technique for patients with chronic pain. Not only is this treatment effective for many patients, but it is also safe and natural with no side effects or complications that could be associated with drugs or surgery. Massage reduces muscle tension, thereby reducing joint pressures and enhancing joint mobility and range of motion.
Types of Arthritis We Treat
Inflammatory Arthritis
Inflammatory arthritis involves your entire body and systems, and may deteriorate or even fuse joints in your body at multiple locations. Affected joints become inflamed and painful and worsen over time. Multiple problems can occur throughout your body and affect your hair, skin, nails, and even organs, depending on the type of arthritis. A few types of inflammatory arthritis include Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Sjogren’s, Lupus, and Ankylosing Spondylitis. Inflammatory Arthritis is caused by problems with your immune system, typically stemming from gut health, toxic exposures, infections, or genetic predispositions.
Osteoarthritis
Non-inflammatory arthritis, or osteoarthritis, is sometimes called “aging arthritis” because it takes time to show up. Osteoarthritis is not a systemic condition like Inflammatory Arthritis, therefore it will only affect a problematic joint. Osteoarthritis is progressive, meaning once it starts, it is not likely to stop worsening. Also, Osteoarthritis is degenerative, meaning that it breaks down the normal and healthy tissue within and surrounding a joint. It may affect knees, toes, shoulders, hips, wrists, or anywhere along the spine. Joints become dry, cartilage thins, frays, and tears, bone spurs form, spinal discs flatten and degenerate, and over time, mobility can become greatly reduced. The final stage of Osteoarthritis is often called “bone on bone,” and this occurs when there is little to no cartilage left in the joint.
What Our Patients Are Saying About Our Arthritis Care and Management
“I came to Aligned Medical Group in a post surgical splint looking for help to avoid my 9th osteoarthritis surgery to my shoulder in 2020. Their full body approach not only avoided shoulder surgery, their treatment encompassed my full body joint issues. Took a positive leap of faith by my desire to be healthy and healed. I have never felt better! Cannot promote this practice enough. My strides have been tremendous and cannot thank you enough!” – A.E.
Don’t Let Arthritis Control Your Life Any Longer
You don’t have to live with joint pain. Our arthritis specialists in Malvern, PA, are ready to build a treatment plan to give you pain relief and help you move again.
FAQs About Arthritis Care and Management
Why is it important to seek care from arthritis specialists?
Arthritis specialists have advanced training and expertise in treating arthritis symptoms and related autoimmune conditions. They stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in arthritis care and can provide comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans to effectively manage arthritis symptoms and improve joint health.
How Can Non-Surgical Treatment Repair Arthritis?
There are varied opinions regarding the repair of Osteoarthritis. The general consensus is that once it starts, it progresses over time, but at Aligned Medical Group, we believe that for some pro-active patients, the process of non-surgical arthritis treatment can repair and improve it greatly. Left unmanaged, arthritis will progress faster. With the use of human tissue products in arthritis care, the damage from arthritis can be repaired quickly. Biologic and tissue products do not treat arthritis directly; however, they are shown to be effective at repairing the damage from arthritis, which may stabilize the condition, avoid aggressive surgical procedures, and give someone their life back.
Who is at Risk for Arthritis?
Arthritis can affect anyone, but certain factors may increase the risk:
- Age: The risk of many types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, increases with age.
- Gender: Some types of arthritis are more common in women, such as rheumatoid arthritis, while others, like gout, are more prevalent in men.
- Genetics: A family history of arthritis might predispose someone to developing it.
- Obesity: Being overweight or obese places extra stress on joints, especially on weight-bearing joints like knees and hips, increasing the risk of arthritis.
- Joint Injuries: Previous joint injuries or overuse of certain joints might contribute to the development of arthritis in those specific areas.
- Occupation: Certain jobs that involve repetitive movements or stress on particular joints may increase the risk of developing arthritis. Other jobs with static work station postures reduce joint motion and increase risk of arthritis.
- Smoking: Smoking has been linked to an increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
- Motion: Joints need to move to stay healthy. Sedentary lifestyle and joints that are tight and not stretched regularly, are more likely to develop osteoarthritis.
While these factors may heighten the risk, it’s important to note that arthritis is a complex condition, and various other factors can contribute to its development. See an arthritis care specialist for an evaluation if you have several of these risk factors.
What Are The Symptoms Of Arthritis?
The symptoms of arthritis can vary depending on the type, but common signs include:
- Joint Pain: Persistent discomfort or pain in one or more joints, often worsening with movement or at the end of the day.
- Stiffness: Joints might feel stiff, especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity, making movement challenging.
- Swelling: Inflammation around the joints causing swelling, tenderness, and sometimes warmth to the touch.
- Redness and Warmth: Some forms of arthritis, like rheumatoid arthritis or gout, can cause redness and warmth in the affected joints.
- Decreased Range of Motion: Difficulty moving the joint fully or a sense of limited flexibility.
- Fatigue: Feeling tired or having a lack of energy, often due to the body’s response to inflammation.
- Weakness and Muscle Wasting: Muscles surrounding the affected joint might weaken or shrink due to lack of use or inflammation.
- Deformities: In certain types of arthritis, joints can become misshapen or deformed over time.
It’s important to note that symptoms can fluctuate in severity and might come and go. Also, different types of arthritis can present with distinct symptoms, so it’s essential to consult an arthritis care specialist for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
Who Can Benefit from Comprehensive Arthritis Care?
Comprehensive arthritis care is beneficial for individuals of all ages who are living with arthritis or experiencing symptoms such as joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and decreased mobility. It is especially helpful for those with chronic or complex forms of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
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