ARTHRITIS
Be On The Move offers a non-invasive, conservative, and effective physical therapy treatment for arthritis, which often affects the body's articulating joints such as the hip, knee, shoulder, and hand
Arthritis symptoms can impact a person's daily life significantly. Be On The Move offers a non-invasive, conservative, and effective physical therapy treatment for arthritis, which often affects the body's articulating joints such as the hip, knee, shoulder, and hand. Arthritis can also target the spinal column, resulting in degenerative disc disease (DDD). The main goal of therapy is to enhance overall range of motion, flexibility, and joint mobility while increasing strength and endurance to improve independence in daily activities.
Therapy is achieved through the following methods
Endurance: Muscle endurance is crucial, as it is the ability of a muscle to perform activities over an extended duration. Endurance helps maintain strength, which tends to decline due to lack of endurance. Consequently, individuals can better tolerate daily activities for longer periods.
Strength: Alongside improving flexibility, muscle strength is essential for providing stability to affected joints. Muscles not only move joints but also serve as "shock absorbers."
Flexibility: These exercises enhance overall joint mobility and muscle flexibility.
Two primary types of arthritis include Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
OA occurs due to cartilage wear and tear, causing bones to rub together and resulting in inflammation.
RA is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks healthy tissue, leading to unwanted symptoms.
While medications can be prescribed to alleviate pain, we advocate for a natural approach like physical therapy.
Physical therapy can help with various types of arthritis pain, such as:
Inflammatory arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis
Hip arthritis
Septic arthritis
Degenerative arthritis
Post-traumatic arthritis
Additionally, physical therapy offers residual benefits like:
Relief from chronic pain
Enhanced cardiovascular fitness
Weight loss
Improved patient understanding of their condition
Schedule your appointment with one of our experienced physical therapists at Be On The Move today!