Our physical therapists can customize a plan to help you meet your goals.
Expert Care for Arthritis
Is arthritis slowing you down? Take our free assessment now to find out how the team at Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute can help.
When you’re trying to live a full and vibrant life, it can feel like arthritis has other plans for you. A lifetime of wear and tear on your joints, known as osteoarthritis, is painful, but the orthopedic experts at Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute can help.
Take a free arthritis assessment
Give us details about how arthritis affects you, and we can offer recommendations on how to start toward a path of healing.
Understanding arthritis
Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, involves the slow breakdown of joint cartilage – the result of wear and tear on your joints. It’s also called degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease. Although it can occur in any joint, it usually affects these areas of the body:
- Hands
- Knees
- Hips
- Spine
Osteoarthritis symptoms
Because osteoarthritis usually develops slowly over time, many people do not experience symptoms until several years after cartilage breakdown begins. The most common symptoms of osteoarthritis are:
- Joint pain and swelling, especially after use or during a change in the weather
- Joint stiffness, especially after sleeping or inactivity
- Bony lumps on the fingers
- Limited joint movement and loss of flexibility
- Grinding of joints when moved as the cartilage wears away
Treatments for arthritis
Our team of experts at Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute is experienced in providing a wide range of treatments for arthritis, from heat therapy to surgery. We can help you find the one that works best for you.
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Physical therapy
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Synthetic joint fluid injections
Lubricating a joint can provide pain relief that lasts for months.
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Joint surgery
A total joint replacement surgery can be a good option for joints such as knees and hips that have worn out.
Treat your arthritis today
Don’t let arthritis get in the way of living your best life. Take our free assessment and find out how you can reduce your pain and restore your mobility.