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Osteoarthritis: Manage Joint Pain and Stay Active
Osteoarthritis is wear of the cartilage that cushions the joints. It commonly affects the knees, hips and shoulders, and can be managed at every stage.
What is Osteoarthritis?
In osteoarthritis, the smooth cartilage covering the ends of bones gradually wears away, leading to pain, stiffness and sometimes deformity. It develops over years and is influenced by age, weight, previous injury and genetics.
Early stages are managed with exercise, weight control and medicines. Joint replacement may be considered when arthritis is advanced and limits daily life.
Key Facts
- Most common form of arthritis
- Knees and hips are often affected
- Exercise helps at all stages
- Replacement for advanced disease
Symptoms
- Joint pain with activity
- Morning stiffness
- Swelling
- Grinding sensation
- Deformity such as bow legs
Causes
- Age-related cartilage wear
- Previous joint injury
- Abnormal joint alignment
- Excess load on joints
- Genetic factors
Risk Factors
- Age
- Excess body weight
- Previous injury or surgery
- Family history
- Weak muscles
How is it Diagnosed?
- Clinical examination
- Weight-bearing X-rays
- Assessment of alignment and function
- Blood tests to rule out other arthritis
When Should You See a Doctor?
- Joint pain lasting weeks
- Stiffness limiting activity
- Pain at night
- Deformity or instability
Self-care & Prevention
- Stay active with low-impact exercise
- Maintain healthy weight
- Strengthen supporting muscles
- Use walking aids if needed
Treatment Options
Treatment is tailored to your diagnosis, symptoms, activity level and goals.
Non-Surgical Treatment
- Exercise and physiotherapy
- Weight management
- Pain relief medicines
- Injections in selected cases
Surgical Treatment
- Partial knee replacement
- Total knee replacement
- Total hip replacement
- Shoulder replacement
Related Treatments
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Revision Knee Replacement
- Guided Rehabilitation
- Total Hip Replacement
- Revision Hip Replacement
- Hip Arthritis Care
- Early Mobilisation
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty
- Advanced Shoulder Arthritis
- Rotator Cuff Arthropathy
Dr. Saumitra Dubey
MBBS, D.Ortho and DNB (Orthopaedics), trained at high-volume centres in India with fellowships in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine and in Complex Trauma & Revision Surgery. Special interest in shoulder and knee surgery, including reverse shoulder arthroplasty, rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability and multi-ligament knee injuries.
- MBBS | D.Ortho | DNB (Orthopaedics) | FICT | FIASM
- Specialist in Knee & Shoulder
- Arthroscopy, Arthroplasty & Complex Trauma
- Personalised Treatment Plans
10+
Years in Medicine
2
Specialist Fellowships
Best Paper
Award, POSAC 2022
Shalby Hospital
Consultant, Indore
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about osteoarthritis.
Can osteoarthritis be cured?
Cartilage damage cannot be reversed, but symptoms can be managed well with exercise, weight control, medicines and, if needed, surgery.
Is exercise safe with arthritis?
Yes. Suitable low-impact exercise improves strength, movement and pain for most people.
When is joint replacement needed?
When pain and disability are severe despite non-surgical treatment, joint replacement may be discussed.
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