Treatments for arthritis generally seek to address pain in the joints, which is where many forms of arthritis strike. Osteoarthritis--the most common condition in the arthritis family--is characterized by a slow breakdown of cartilage in the joints, resulting in increased stiffness and feelings of pain. It generally appears later in life, with a slow onset as the body's joints become worn. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease that affects the joints in a manner similar to osteoarthritis, though it can strike people who are much younger.

Chiropractic Treatments Can Be Successful for Arthritis

Regardless of which type of arthritis is involved, treatments for the pain are designed to reduce the symptoms and restore mobility to the affected areas.

"...Regardless of which type of arthritis is involved, treatments for the pain are designed to reduce the symptoms and restore mobility to the affected areas.."

A change in diet, regular exercise and the application of pain medication may be part of a successful regimen. Often, chiropractic techniques have proven an effective part of treating arthritis pain as well, stressing manipulation of the joints to address subluxation or misaligned bones. Mixed chiropractors may utilize other disciplines, such as acupuncture, while straight chiropractors focus solely on subluxation. Whatever the treatment choice, a chiropractor can free bones that have become fused due to contracting cartilage and set them in their proper position. The reduced stress on nearby nerves lessens the arthritis pain and allows the joints to function more effectively.

Chiropractic treatments can also stress physical therapy, developing an exercise regimen for patients to follow and educating family members on the needs of someone suffering from arthritis. Racine Chiropractic & Wellness Center has offices in Winter Park, Florida and offers treatments for arthritis pain.