Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis, also referred to as degenerative joint disease or osteoarthritis, is the most common form of arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when cartilage in the joints begins to wear down. Cartilage plays a critical role in the “cushioning” the area between the joints.
Osteoarthritis can affect any joint in the body, although it most commonly affects joints in the spine, hands, hips and knees. Several joints may be affected.
Although most people consider osteoarthritis to be inevitable during one’s lifetime, treatment with KKT care and proper clinical management, suggest that we may able to stall, if not reverse the impact of this deteriorating condition.
Signs of Potential Concern:
- Pain centered in the middle of the back associated with bending, lifting, stooping and twisting motions.
- Pain greater when sitting or standing than when lying down.
- Pain radiating down the buttocks, pelvis, back of hips and thighs.
- Tingling sensation, numbness and/or weakness in one or both legs caused by the spinal cord or the compression of a nerve.
- Grating or cracking sensation on movement of the spine.
- Limited movement from one side to the next.
- General feeling of stiffness.
- Stiffness in morning prior to hot shower or warming up muscles.
- Feeling or sensation of getting shorter.
If you have any of these symptoms or related concerns, please schedule a visit to a KKT Centre near you for a detailed assessment. Contact Us.
