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Hip Arthritis Treatment in Nashville
What is Hip Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis of the hip, also known as degenerative joint disease, is a chronic disease of the joint cartilage and bone that causes joint inflammation and hip pain. It is often thought to result from "wear and tear" on a joint. Joints appear larger, are stiff and painful, and usually feel worse with increased use throughout the day. Most patients feel pain and limitations in movement when using the joint. Approximately 10 million Americans have been diagnosed with this condition.
Common Causes of Hip Arthritis
Anybody can develop osteoarthritis of the hip, but patients who have a family history of the condition are more at risk. Older people or those who are obese are also more at risk for developing osteoarthritis; however, traumatic incidents can put any one at risk.
Diagnosis
Doctors diagnose a patient with osteoarthritis of the hip after performing certain tests, including checking for pain when the hips are in certain positions and examining X-rays of the hips to assess the condition of hip joints.
Prevention
Patients who are in the early stages of osteoarthritis of the hip can take certain measures to prevent the disease from progressing further, such as: avoiding overuse of the hip, gentle exercise to help improve hip strength and, for patients who are overweight, weight loss.
Hip Pain Treatments
While it is not possible to cure osteoarthritis or reverse its effects once in the very late stages of the condition. It is possible to manage it and slow the progression of this disease.
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy (aka Cold Laser) - laser therapy is at the heart of our treatment program. It provides a safe, effective, non-invasive, painless solution for managing pain and restoring range of motion for degenerative hip problems. Patients respond exceptionally well to treatments and usually notice significant pain relief after just a few treatments.
Chiropractic adjustments - we make sure to mobilize the joints of the hip, pelvis, and low back to restore function and range of motion to injured areas.
Myofascial Therapy - many times patients that suffer from arthritis have tight and tender muscles surround the injured joint. Your doctor will use a combination of myofascial techniques to reduce trigger points, remove scar tissue adhesions, and release nerve entrapments.
Kinesiotape - this procedure uses specialized tape to support the joints and muscle groups as they heal. The tape also helps to reinforce proper motion in the injured joints.
Therapeutic exercises are used to stretch and strengthen any associated soft tissues that have become damaged by this condition.
The doctors at Art of Health Chiropractic combine the laser treatment with other therapies to help reduce the pain, strengthen the muscles and increase range of motion. Most importantly these treatments help reduce inflammation/swelling, which helps improve overall function.
Dr. Callie Gant and Dr. Michael Buczynski founded Art of Health Chiropractic with the goal of creating a happier, healthier Nashville. Feel free to call the office at 615-953-7544 with any questions or to schedule your first appointment.
