The ABC’s of Osteoarthritis: What Is It & Who Gets It?
Osteoarthritis of the knee may sound scary, but with Restore Joint Health as a part of your medical team, it doesn’t need to be. Frequently referred to as “wear and tear” arthritis or OA for short, osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that typically affects the hips, knees, hands, and spine. WHAT DOES OSTEOARTHRITIS DO? […]
6 Exercises for Knee Arthritis
Image-guided injections of viscosupplementation go a long way to relieve knee arthritis pain and stiff joints, but they are even more effective if coupled with exercises that strengthen the muscles in the knee. Strong muscles not only support the weak joint and make the knee more stable, but they also help to absorb the stress placed […]
Early Warning Signs of Arthritis of the Knee
Although there is more than one type of arthritis that can occur in the knee, the most common is Osteoarthritis (OA). OA affects over 30 million people worldwide. This particular issue occurs when cartilage of the joints wears away. Firm and slippery, cartridge allows for nearly friction-less joint motion. Without it, the bones begin to […]