The causes of osteoarthritisThe arthritis of the joints begins due to a violation of metabolic processes directly in the joints. This may be due to the usual hormonal disorders, a hereditary factor and higher age.But doctors identify the most possible reasons for developing the process in question:dislocations, bruises, ligaments in the joints and generally any injury to anamnesis;Too much body weight - this increases the load on the joints several times;Arthritis previously adopted with an acute form and purulent nature;Diseases linked to the autoimmune classification - for example, scleroderma or red lupus;colds that often occur and difficult;Regular hypothermia - This may be due to the specificities of the work activity;Inflammatory process in the body, which are specific - for example, syphilis, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, encephalitis born by ticks; Supply of altered blood with a femoral head - losses disease;disorders in the functioning of the thyroid gland;Hemophilia - altered blood coagulation.It is not worth excluding the fact of lower nutrition - this can cause metabolism disorders, which serves as the main cause of the development of osteoarthritis. A high probability of occurrence of the pathological process considered is available for minors, blacksmiths, metallurgists and all people who regularly experience heavy physical activity. The doctor recounts the development mechanism for deforming arthritis of the joints:Symptoms of osteoarthritis and degree of osteoarthritisThe main sign of the disease considered is painful - it occurs with excessive physical effort on specific joints, at rest can calm and periodically in the context of pain in the area of joint affected by the inflammatory process, hyperemia (redness of the skin) and swelling can occur.In general, doctors identify 4 main groups of arthritis development signs:Pain. Of course, this symptom is characteristic of many diseases, but with osteoarthritis, there are certain characteristics of pain in the joint:
The unpleasant sensations occur only during the realization of a movement; As soon as a person introduces the rest, the syndrome disappears. Please note: the pathological process considered develops very slowly, therefore, at the start of its course, osteoarthritis is only worried about pain periodically in the joints with excessive charges. At night, patient's pain does not bother, the dream is not disturbed. Then, with the progression of osteoarthritis, morning pains begin to appear - they are characterized by patients like "photos", differ in the short term and only occur early in the morning. If osteoarthritis is in a neglected state, then pain syndrome acquires in an acute and constant nature - even powerful reliable pain cannot reduce its intensity.Reduce the mobility of the joint. It is also considered one of the characteristic symptoms of osteoarthritis, but it already appears in the stage of active progression of the disease. During the development of osteoarthritis, the growth / germination of bone neoplasms occurs, which causes spasms of muscle tissue, reducing light in the joint bag - the restriction of movement at this location is guaranteed.Bite.The joints scream even in absolutely healthy people, but for osteoarthritis, there is a distinctive characteristic of the crunch - it is "dry", without click and is always accompanied by acute pain.Joint deformation. This phenomenon occurs with the growth of osteophytes and is considered one of the last signs of osteoarthritis, which appears at the stage of decompensated development of the pathological process considered. The radiological image of osteoarthritis on each of the 4 degrees is represented below:A specialist says more about the symptoms of osteoarthritis:Please note: The course of the disease considered is very slow and at the first stage, it may not be characterized by symptoms, and inconsistent joint pain and increased fatigue can be inherent even in healthy people with significant physical effort. Therefore, an independent diagnosis of osteoarthritis is almost impossible.The processes occurring in joint tissues at each stages of osteoarthritis are represented in the diagram:The principles of osteoarthritis treatmentDoctors argue that painful joints must be treated at the start of the development of pathology - it is the guarantee not only to get rid of inflammatory processes, but also the restoration of already lost functions. Doctors can use various methods for processing osteoarthritis - it is the prescription of drugs, physiotherapy and regular treatment under the sanatorium. In all cases, therapy for the pathology considered must be complete and based on the following basic methods: It is necessary to eliminate the painful joint of the load. This does not mean that the patient must maintain strict rest, but it is necessary to maximize the load on the problematic part of the body - for example, change the work or refuse training.Clearly adhere to the medical education calendar - the attending physician is made by these meetings, and the specialist should organize lessons.Compulsory osteoarthritis treatment should include magnetotherapy physiotherapy, electrotherapy, laser and shock wave therapy.Visit specialized stations - The treatment of the sanatorium will not only help to successfully carry out the recovery / rehabilitation period after the main treatment of treatment, but also to prevent relapse of osteoarthritis.Clear execution of all the doctor's prescriptions in relation to medicines.Driver intra-articular blockade.Food correction.
DrugsIn the drug therapy complex, the following drugs should be used:Anti-inflammatory. This group of drugs fulfills two functions at the same time: relieves pain and eliminates the inflammatory process. Doctors use non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs for osteoarthritis and do not prescribe them orally (in tablets) - This category of drugs acts irritating to the gastric mucosa. Since the course of the therapy for osteoarthritis is quite long, the patient can get rid of the underlying disease, but to "win" gastritis (inflammation of the gastric mucosa) and even the gastro-duodenal ulcer. Consequently, according to the drug specifically selected, they are prescribed intravenously or intramuscularly. In pharmacy networks, you can buy non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs and local ends - such ointments can be used, but they do not give a powerful effect or long -term time. Hormonal corticosteroids. This group of drugs is more effective during the exacerbation period of osteoarthritis. But a similar category of drugs in pharmacies is also represented in the form of plaster, ointments - they are only used outside, you can expect a fairly fast and powerful effect.Chondroprotector. These drugs contribute to the restoration of the cartilage fabric. Please note: the evolution of therapy with these drugs is very long, but if there are no positive results in the 6 months, the chondroprotector cancels completely or adjust their dosage.Very often, in the process of treatment of osteoarthritis, specialists prescribe drugs that contribute to the degree of the cartilage fabric. But doctors warn their patients that you should not expect a quick effect - notable positive discrepancies will start two weeks after taking the medication. Please note: if the patient has been hospitalized for osteoarthritis at the most severe stage of development and pain syndrome, doctors cannot eliminate pain relievers, then narcotic pain relievers can be prescribed, but this is extremely rare.DietThe importance of good nutrition for osteoarthritis is difficult to assess - if the patient ignores the recommendations of nutritionists, the processing of the pathological process considered can be delayed for years and the results will not be very high.Which should be recalled by patients who are forced to undergo therapy against osteoarthritis:Make sure to correct your weight - it is strictly prohibited for hunger (the nutrition of the cartilage tissue in the joints will be broken), but it is worth abandon the flour and the sweet dishes;
It is forbidden to drink alcohol, especially beer, they are not compatible with many drugs and can cause an active allergic reaction, and secondly, it is alcohol and beer which serve as causes of additional books;In the diet, it is necessary to introduce a jelly - this product restores connective tissue and strengthens cartilage.Make sure to control vitamin B consumption. Vitamin B. You can of course use vitamin complexes, but it is quite possible to obtain the required amount of this substance and products - fish, beans, legumes, cabbage and tomatoes should be present in the menu every day. The diet should have bananas, nuts, poultry liver, milk, eggs and mushrooms. Folic acid, riboflavin and pyridoxine will enter the body of these products - they help a lot in the treatment of the pathological process consideredPopular osteoarthritis treatmentThere are several dozen folk methods for processing osteoarthritis, but all will not relieve the unpleasant symptoms, but will not eliminate inflammation or the main cause of the development of the disease. Of course, compresses and applications, ointments and gels with a chestnut on horseback, a cabbage and lilac dye sheet will have an analgesic effect and will even allow the patient to return to the usual rhythm for a while.But the doctor's consultation will be necessary:First, it is necessary to ensure that the joints are affected precisely by osteoarthritis;Second, taking specific drugs considerably reduces the recovery process;Third, doctors will be able to establish the real reason for the development of the destructive process in the joints, order the forces to eliminate them, which leads to complete healing.
Symptoms of osteoarthritis and degree of osteoarthritisThe main sign of the disease considered is painful - it occurs with excessive physical effort on specific joints, at rest can calm and periodically in the context of pain in the area of joint affected by the inflammatory process, hyperemia (redness of the skin) and swelling can occur.In general, doctors identify 4 main groups of arthritis development signs:Pain. Of course, this symptom is characteristic of many diseases, but with osteoarthritis, there are certain characteristics of pain in the joint:The unpleasant sensations occur only during the realization of a movement; As soon as a person introduces the rest, the syndrome disappears. Please note: the pathological process considered develops very slowly, therefore, at the start of its course, osteoarthritis is only worried about pain periodically in the joints with excessive charges. At night, patient's pain does not bother, the dream is not disturbed. Then, with the progression of osteoarthritis, morning pains begin to appear - they are characterized by patients like "photos", differ in the short term and only occur early in the morning. If osteoarthritis is in a neglected state, then pain syndrome acquires in an acute and constant nature - even powerful reliable pain cannot reduce its intensity.Reduce the mobility of the joint. It is also considered one of the characteristic symptoms of osteoarthritis, but it already appears in the stage of active progression of the disease. During the development of osteoarthritis, the growth / germination of bone neoplasms occurs, which causes spasms of muscle tissue, reducing light in the joint bag - the restriction of movement at this location is guaranteed.Bite.The joints scream even in absolutely healthy people, but for osteoarthritis, there is a distinctive characteristic of the crunch - it is "dry", without click and is always accompanied by acute pain.Joint deformation. This phenomenon occurs with the growth of osteophytes and is considered one of the last signs of osteoarthritis, which appears at the stage of decompensated development of the pathological process considered. The radiological image of osteoarthritis on each of the 4 degrees is represented below:A specialist says more about the symptoms of osteoarthritis:Please note: The course of the disease considered is very slow and at the first stage, it may not be characterized by symptoms, and inconsistent joint pain and increased fatigue can be inherent even in healthy people with significant physical effort. Therefore, an independent diagnosis of osteoarthritis is almost impossible.The processes occurring in joint tissues at each stages of osteoarthritis are represented in the diagram:The principles of osteoarthritis treatmentDoctors argue that painful joints must be treated at the start of the development of pathology - it is the guarantee not only to get rid of inflammatory processes, but also the restoration of already lost functions. Doctors can use various methods for processing osteoarthritis - it is the prescription of drugs, physiotherapy and regular treatment under the sanatorium. In all cases, therapy for the pathology considered must be complete and based on the following basic methods: It is necessary to eliminate the painful joint of the load. This does not mean that the patient must maintain strict rest, but it is necessary to maximize the load on the problematic part of the body - for example, change the work or refuse training.Clearly adhere to the medical education calendar - the attending physician is made by these meetings, and the specialist should organize lessons.Compulsory osteoarthritis treatment should include magnetotherapy physiotherapy, electrotherapy, laser and shock wave therapy.Visit specialized stations - The treatment of the sanatorium will not only help to successfully carry out the recovery / rehabilitation period after the main treatment of treatment, but also to prevent relapse of osteoarthritis.Clear execution of all the doctor's prescriptions in relation to medicines.Driver intra-articular blockade.Food correction.DrugsIn the drug therapy complex, the following drugs should be used:Anti-inflammatory. This group of drugs fulfills two functions at the same time: relieves pain and eliminates the inflammatory process. Doctors use non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs for osteoarthritis and do not prescribe them orally (in tablets) - This category of drugs acts irritating to the gastric mucosa. Since the course of the therapy for osteoarthritis is quite long, the patient can get rid of the underlying disease, but to "win" gastritis (inflammation of the gastric mucosa) and even the gastro-duodenal ulcer. Consequently, according to the drug specifically selected, they are prescribed intravenously or intramuscularly. In pharmacy networks, you can buy non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs and local ends - such ointments can be used, but they do not give a powerful effect or long -term time. Hormonal corticosteroids. This group of drugs is more effective during the exacerbation period of osteoarthritis. But a similar category of drugs in pharmacies is also represented in the form of plaster, ointments - they are only used outside, you can expect a fairly fast and powerful effect.Chondroprotector. These drugs contribute to the restoration of the cartilage fabric. Please note: the evolution of therapy with these drugs is very long, but if there are no positive results in the 6 months, the chondroprotector cancels completely or adjust their dosage.Very often, in the process of treatment of osteoarthritis, specialists prescribe drugs that contribute to the degree of the cartilage fabric. But doctors warn their patients that you should not expect a quick effect - notable positive discrepancies will start two weeks after taking the medication. Please note: if the patient has been hospitalized for osteoarthritis at the most severe stage of development and pain syndrome, doctors cannot eliminate pain relievers, then narcotic pain relievers can be prescribed, but this is extremely rare.DietThe importance of good nutrition for osteoarthritis is difficult to assess - if the patient ignores the recommendations of nutritionists, the processing of the pathological process considered can be delayed for years and the results will not be very high.Which should be recalled by patients who are forced to undergo therapy against osteoarthritis:Make sure to correct your weight - it is strictly prohibited for hunger (the nutrition of the cartilage tissue in the joints will be broken), but it is worth abandon the flour and the sweet dishes;It is forbidden to drink alcohol, especially beer, they are not compatible with many drugs and can cause an active allergic reaction, and secondly, it is alcohol and beer which serve as causes of additional books;In the diet, it is necessary to introduce a jelly - this product restores connective tissue and strengthens cartilage.Make sure to control vitamin B consumption. Vitamin B. You can of course use vitamin complexes, but it is quite possible to obtain the required amount of this substance and products - fish, beans, legumes, cabbage and tomatoes should be present in the menu every day. The diet should have bananas, nuts, poultry liver, milk, eggs and mushrooms. Folic acid, riboflavin and pyridoxine will enter the body of these products - they help a lot in the treatment of the pathological process consideredPopular osteoarthritis treatmentThere are several dozen folk methods for processing osteoarthritis, but all will not relieve the unpleasant symptoms, but will not eliminate inflammation or the main cause of the development of the disease. Of course, compresses and applications, ointments and gels with a chestnut on horseback, a cabbage and lilac dye sheet will have an analgesic effect and will even allow the patient to return to the usual rhythm for a while.But the doctor's consultation will be necessary:First, it is necessary to ensure that the joints are affected precisely by osteoarthritis;Second, taking specific drugs considerably reduces the recovery process;Third, doctors will be able to establish the real reason for the development of the destructive process in the joints, order the forces to eliminate them, which leads to complete healing.
The principles of osteoarthritis treatmentDoctors argue that painful joints must be treated at the start of the development of pathology - it is the guarantee not only to get rid of inflammatory processes, but also the restoration of already lost functions. Doctors can use various methods for processing osteoarthritis - it is the prescription of drugs, physiotherapy and regular treatment under the sanatorium. In all cases, therapy for the pathology considered must be complete and based on the following basic methods: It is necessary to eliminate the painful joint of the load. This does not mean that the patient must maintain strict rest, but it is necessary to maximize the load on the problematic part of the body - for example, change the work or refuse training.Clearly adhere to the medical education calendar - the attending physician is made by these meetings, and the specialist should organize lessons.Compulsory osteoarthritis treatment should include magnetotherapy physiotherapy, electrotherapy, laser and shock wave therapy.Visit specialized stations - The treatment of the sanatorium will not only help to successfully carry out the recovery / rehabilitation period after the main treatment of treatment, but also to prevent relapse of osteoarthritis.Clear execution of all the doctor's prescriptions in relation to medicines.Driver intra-articular blockade.Food correction.DrugsIn the drug therapy complex, the following drugs should be used:Anti-inflammatory. This group of drugs fulfills two functions at the same time: relieves pain and eliminates the inflammatory process. Doctors use non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs for osteoarthritis and do not prescribe them orally (in tablets) - This category of drugs acts irritating to the gastric mucosa. Since the course of the therapy for osteoarthritis is quite long, the patient can get rid of the underlying disease, but to "win" gastritis (inflammation of the gastric mucosa) and even the gastro-duodenal ulcer. Consequently, according to the drug specifically selected, they are prescribed intravenously or intramuscularly. In pharmacy networks, you can buy non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs and local ends - such ointments can be used, but they do not give a powerful effect or long -term time. Hormonal corticosteroids. This group of drugs is more effective during the exacerbation period of osteoarthritis. But a similar category of drugs in pharmacies is also represented in the form of plaster, ointments - they are only used outside, you can expect a fairly fast and powerful effect.Chondroprotector. These drugs contribute to the restoration of the cartilage fabric. Please note: the evolution of therapy with these drugs is very long, but if there are no positive results in the 6 months, the chondroprotector cancels completely or adjust their dosage.Very often, in the process of treatment of osteoarthritis, specialists prescribe drugs that contribute to the degree of the cartilage fabric. But doctors warn their patients that you should not expect a quick effect - notable positive discrepancies will start two weeks after taking the medication. Please note: if the patient has been hospitalized for osteoarthritis at the most severe stage of development and pain syndrome, doctors cannot eliminate pain relievers, then narcotic pain relievers can be prescribed, but this is extremely rare.DietThe importance of good nutrition for osteoarthritis is difficult to assess - if the patient ignores the recommendations of nutritionists, the processing of the pathological process considered can be delayed for years and the results will not be very high.Which should be recalled by patients who are forced to undergo therapy against osteoarthritis:Make sure to correct your weight - it is strictly prohibited for hunger (the nutrition of the cartilage tissue in the joints will be broken), but it is worth abandon the flour and the sweet dishes;It is forbidden to drink alcohol, especially beer, they are not compatible with many drugs and can cause an active allergic reaction, and secondly, it is alcohol and beer which serve as causes of additional books;In the diet, it is necessary to introduce a jelly - this product restores connective tissue and strengthens cartilage.Make sure to control vitamin B consumption. Vitamin B. You can of course use vitamin complexes, but it is quite possible to obtain the required amount of this substance and products - fish, beans, legumes, cabbage and tomatoes should be present in the menu every day. The diet should have bananas, nuts, poultry liver, milk, eggs and mushrooms. Folic acid, riboflavin and pyridoxine will enter the body of these products - they help a lot in the treatment of the pathological process consideredPopular osteoarthritis treatmentThere are several dozen folk methods for processing osteoarthritis, but all will not relieve the unpleasant symptoms, but will not eliminate inflammation or the main cause of the development of the disease. Of course, compresses and applications, ointments and gels with a chestnut on horseback, a cabbage and lilac dye sheet will have an analgesic effect and will even allow the patient to return to the usual rhythm for a while.But the doctor's consultation will be necessary:First, it is necessary to ensure that the joints are affected precisely by osteoarthritis;Second, taking specific drugs considerably reduces the recovery process;Third, doctors will be able to establish the real reason for the development of the destructive process in the joints, order the forces to eliminate them, which leads to complete healing.
DrugsIn the drug therapy complex, the following drugs should be used:Anti-inflammatory. This group of drugs fulfills two functions at the same time: relieves pain and eliminates the inflammatory process. Doctors use non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs for osteoarthritis and do not prescribe them orally (in tablets) - This category of drugs acts irritating to the gastric mucosa. Since the course of the therapy for osteoarthritis is quite long, the patient can get rid of the underlying disease, but to "win" gastritis (inflammation of the gastric mucosa) and even the gastro-duodenal ulcer. Consequently, according to the drug specifically selected, they are prescribed intravenously or intramuscularly. In pharmacy networks, you can buy non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs and local ends - such ointments can be used, but they do not give a powerful effect or long -term time. Hormonal corticosteroids. This group of drugs is more effective during the exacerbation period of osteoarthritis. But a similar category of drugs in pharmacies is also represented in the form of plaster, ointments - they are only used outside, you can expect a fairly fast and powerful effect.Chondroprotector. These drugs contribute to the restoration of the cartilage fabric. Please note: the evolution of therapy with these drugs is very long, but if there are no positive results in the 6 months, the chondroprotector cancels completely or adjust their dosage.Very often, in the process of treatment of osteoarthritis, specialists prescribe drugs that contribute to the degree of the cartilage fabric. But doctors warn their patients that you should not expect a quick effect - notable positive discrepancies will start two weeks after taking the medication. Please note: if the patient has been hospitalized for osteoarthritis at the most severe stage of development and pain syndrome, doctors cannot eliminate pain relievers, then narcotic pain relievers can be prescribed, but this is extremely rare.DietThe importance of good nutrition for osteoarthritis is difficult to assess - if the patient ignores the recommendations of nutritionists, the processing of the pathological process considered can be delayed for years and the results will not be very high.Which should be recalled by patients who are forced to undergo therapy against osteoarthritis:Make sure to correct your weight - it is strictly prohibited for hunger (the nutrition of the cartilage tissue in the joints will be broken), but it is worth abandon the flour and the sweet dishes;It is forbidden to drink alcohol, especially beer, they are not compatible with many drugs and can cause an active allergic reaction, and secondly, it is alcohol and beer which serve as causes of additional books;In the diet, it is necessary to introduce a jelly - this product restores connective tissue and strengthens cartilage.Make sure to control vitamin B consumption. Vitamin B. You can of course use vitamin complexes, but it is quite possible to obtain the required amount of this substance and products - fish, beans, legumes, cabbage and tomatoes should be present in the menu every day. The diet should have bananas, nuts, poultry liver, milk, eggs and mushrooms. Folic acid, riboflavin and pyridoxine will enter the body of these products - they help a lot in the treatment of the pathological process consideredPopular osteoarthritis treatmentThere are several dozen folk methods for processing osteoarthritis, but all will not relieve the unpleasant symptoms, but will not eliminate inflammation or the main cause of the development of the disease. Of course, compresses and applications, ointments and gels with a chestnut on horseback, a cabbage and lilac dye sheet will have an analgesic effect and will even allow the patient to return to the usual rhythm for a while.But the doctor's consultation will be necessary:First, it is necessary to ensure that the joints are affected precisely by osteoarthritis;Second, taking specific drugs considerably reduces the recovery process;Third, doctors will be able to establish the real reason for the development of the destructive process in the joints, order the forces to eliminate them, which leads to complete healing.
DietThe importance of good nutrition for osteoarthritis is difficult to assess - if the patient ignores the recommendations of nutritionists, the processing of the pathological process considered can be delayed for years and the results will not be very high.Which should be recalled by patients who are forced to undergo therapy against osteoarthritis:Make sure to correct your weight - it is strictly prohibited for hunger (the nutrition of the cartilage tissue in the joints will be broken), but it is worth abandon the flour and the sweet dishes;It is forbidden to drink alcohol, especially beer, they are not compatible with many drugs and can cause an active allergic reaction, and secondly, it is alcohol and beer which serve as causes of additional books;In the diet, it is necessary to introduce a jelly - this product restores connective tissue and strengthens cartilage.Make sure to control vitamin B consumption. Vitamin B. You can of course use vitamin complexes, but it is quite possible to obtain the required amount of this substance and products - fish, beans, legumes, cabbage and tomatoes should be present in the menu every day. The diet should have bananas, nuts, poultry liver, milk, eggs and mushrooms. Folic acid, riboflavin and pyridoxine will enter the body of these products - they help a lot in the treatment of the pathological process consideredPopular osteoarthritis treatmentThere are several dozen folk methods for processing osteoarthritis, but all will not relieve the unpleasant symptoms, but will not eliminate inflammation or the main cause of the development of the disease. Of course, compresses and applications, ointments and gels with a chestnut on horseback, a cabbage and lilac dye sheet will have an analgesic effect and will even allow the patient to return to the usual rhythm for a while.But the doctor's consultation will be necessary:First, it is necessary to ensure that the joints are affected precisely by osteoarthritis;Second, taking specific drugs considerably reduces the recovery process;Third, doctors will be able to establish the real reason for the development of the destructive process in the joints, order the forces to eliminate them, which leads to complete healing.