Tag Archive for: osteoarthritis

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Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment

Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in managing knee osteoarthritis (OA) by reducing pain, improving function, and enhancing quality of life. The primary components of physical therapy for knee OA include exercise therapy and patient education. Exercise…
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Foot Pain Causes

Foot pain can be caused by various factors, ranging from lifestyle choices to medical conditions. Common causes include: Improper footwear: Wearing ill-fitting shoes or high heels can lead to foot pain Overuse and injuries: Prolonged…

Orthotics for Foot Pain

Orthotics can provide effective relief for various types of foot pain. They work by redistributing weight, relieving pressure on sensitive areas, providing cushioning, and correcting gait and structural abnormalities. Types of Orthotics   Rigid…
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Recommendations for Neck Pain and Upper Back Pain- What works and what doesn’t

Neck Pain and Upper Back Pain ( What works, what doesn't) American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - Medical Specialty Society. 2011 Table 1. Summary of Recommendations for Diagnostic and Other Testing for Cervical and Thoracic…
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Does Running cause Arthritis?

This review was published in the New York Times. An article in Skeletal Radiology, a well-respected journal, created something of a sensation in Europe last year. It reported that researchers from Danube Hospital in Austria examined the knees…
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Physical Therapy for Osteoarthritis

Physical Therapy for Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and although it is often related to aging, it is not a normal part of aging. Osteoarthritis breaks down the cartilage in the joints and when this cartilage…