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Center For Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Surgeons & Foot and Ankle Specialists located in Lubbock, TX
Between 2013 and 2015, approximately 54.4 million people in the United States were diagnosed each year with some form of arthritis. This adds up to 22.7% of the population, a number that is only expected to increase as the population ages. In the battle against arthritis, you need a good orthopedic group in your corner. At the Center for Orthopedic Surgery in Lubbock, Texas, the doctors and their staff help get their patients back to their healthy and active lifestyles free from arthritis pain. If you suffer from arthritis, call or book an appointment online today.
Arthritis Q & A
What is arthritis?
Arthritis isn’t one disease, but a catchall term for over 100 diseases that cause joint pain. Of these many types of arthritis, there are four that make up the lion’s share of arthritis cases:
Osteoarthritis
This is the most common form of arthritis, and typically develops as people grow older and the years of wear and tear on their joints begin to take its toll. With osteoarthritis, the cartilage in your joints begins to wear down, which causes inflammation as your bones rub together.
Inflammatory arthritis
The two main types of inflammatory arthritis are psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. With both of these conditions, your body’s immune system mistakenly attacks your joints.
Gout
This type of arthritis is considered metabolic because it’s caused by a buildup of uric acid in your body. This acid buildup can form needle-like crystals in your joints that cause considerable pain when you move.
Infectious arthritis
These types of arthritis are caused by a bacterial, fungal, or viral infection, and they’re usually treated with antibiotics.
What are the symptoms of arthritis?
While there are many different types of arthritis, the symptoms are somewhat similar across the board and include:
- Pain
- Inflammation
- Stiffness
- Loss of range of motion
- Redness
How is arthritis treated?
Arthritis can be a particularly frustrating condition to deal with since there’s often no known cause or cure. Because of this, the doctors at work toward mitigating the effects these diseases have on you and halting their progression.
In most cases of arthritis, your doctor at Center for Orthopedic Surgery works with you to prevent further degeneration and inflammation. Treatment options include:
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Physical therapy
- Corticosteroids
- Pain relievers
- Anti-rheumatic drugs
- Biologic response modifiers
While these measures may be effective in slowing down the progression of your arthritis, any damage that’s already been done is irreversible. In these cases, surgery to repair or replace your joint might be your best option.
If this is the case, the surgeons at the Center for Orthopedic Surgery have a combined expertise that can handle all of your surgical needs. These specialists perform joint replacement and repair surgeries using the most advanced techniques, meaning you can get back to moving freely more quickly.
If you’re among the millions of Americans who suffer from arthritis, call the Center for Orthopedic Surgery today or schedule an appointment using the online booking form.
