Arthrosis: What is and how to treat the affected joints?

Arthrosis is a dystrophic change in the articular cartilage instead of inflammation.This process arises in most cases due to the body's natural aging.

According to statistical data, arthrosis is considered a relatively common disease, as they are experienced according to a variety of estimates from 10% to 15% of different countries.

The disease is a characteristic of the age category of 45 years or more.However, there are exceptions when arthrosis is observed in groups of poor people, due to injuries, severe illnesses, bone fractures that exist in larger athletes.

As a rule, the patient suffers from arthrose in a state of burden, but they should sit or lie down in an easy position for the affected member, as the manifestation of pain subsides.As the disease progresses, the joint characteristics crisis increases, the amplitude of the joint movement decreases, and the deformation of the articular component is observed.

Arthrosis - what is it?

Why does arthrosis happen, and what is it?The disease develops due to metabolic disorders in the joints, which in turn leads to the fact that the cartilage begins to lose elasticity.This can be facilitated by complete or partial loss of proteoglic cartilage composition, this occurs, as a rule, due to a relatively deep fracture in the cartilage itself.

1. Arthrosis is primary - starting for no significant cause and affects the articular cartilage that does not change simultaneously in many joints;It is more commonly observed in people over the age of 40.Main arthrosis is also a result of violations of the ratio of synthesis and degeneration processes in cartilagin tissue, and is accompanied by condo disorders.In cartilage with arthrose changes, the process of destruction occurs.
2. The main causes of secondary arthrosis are significant changes in the metabolic process: blood supply, salt exchange and lymph flow, hormone disruption in the required joint assimilation.Hormone changes leading to arthrosis are often found in senior and advanced women when natural changes in the hormone background occur.

Risk groups include people:

• with excess weight;
• with hereditary disorders;
• the elderly;
• with a particular profession;
• with metabolic disorders in the body;
• with a lack of trace elements;
• traumatic injury to the spine;
• involved in several sports.

The infertility of arthrosis lies in the fact that pathological changes in cartilage tissue affected for a long time are not indicated by any symptoms - pain and difficulty of movement becoming significant at this time as the destruction of the periosteum located below the cartilage.

Arthrosis 1, 2 and 3 degrees

There are three degrees of joint arthrosis:

1. 1 degree of disease runs almost without significant symptoms.Only sometimes -sometimes painful sensations that may occur or other types of physical activity.Already in the first stage of arthrosis, pathological changes in synovial fluid joints occur, while muscle tools weaken, but do not undergo modification.
2. 2 degrees arthrosis are marked by the onset of joint destruction, first osteophytes appear.The pain becomes tolerant, but is pronounced.A problem in the affected joints is clearly heard.There is a violation of muscle function in view of the violation of reflex neurotropic regulations.
3. 3 degrees arthrosis - cartilage together is thin, there is extensive destruction.Important deformation of the platform along with changes in the body's axis is observed.Due to a normal ratio of the ratio between the anatomical structure of the joints and the extensive pathological change in the connective tissue, the ligaments become non -solvent and shortened, as a result of which the pathological mobility of the joint develops in combination with the number of natural movement.Contracts and subluxations arise.Fairy muscles -Humans are stretched or shortened, the ability to reduce it weak.The power of the joint tissue and surrounding surroundings are damaged.

The course of the disease is characterized by the severity of the severity and the level of forgiveness.This significantly complicates arthrosis -free diagnosis, depending on its own sensation.Therefore, it is necessary to find an explanation of the diagnosis to the doctor.

Mark

Arthrosis has certain first signs based on its classification, but there are general lists:

1. Pain syndrome, which is increasing in raw weather and from freezing;
2. Increased joints in volume due to deformation and osteophytes;
3. Skin temperature around the joints increases.Increased general temperature can be observed.
4. Joints begin to swell, swelling and seals are observed;
5. At pressure and joint control, crisis or scream from the friction of the bone formation heard and heard.

In later stages, pain can occur in quiet conditions due to blood stagnation and increase intraosseous pressure.

Symptoms of arthrosis

Arthrosis belongs to the category of chronic diseases.Sometimes the disease cannot be leaked for years, only sometimes reminiscent of pain in joints in joint or awkward movements.

But it also occurs that the disease has grown rapidly to a severe level in just a few months.However, it is important to remember, if you do not treat arthrosis, the symptoms will develop over time, worsen the quality of life, and in severe cases -leading to defects and immobilization.

So, with arthrosis, the main symptoms are as follows:

1. Pain in joints.It is mainly shown on all kinds of loads in the joints, while walking the stairs.
2. Lomota and crunch in the joints.Lomota shows itself during hypothermia.At first, the problem was not strong, but if there was no treatment, over time it would be heard by others.
3. Swollen appearance.These symptoms are characterized by other joint disease - arthritis.But with arthrosis, swelling only occurs with severity and is accompanied by acute pain, but pain.It is very significant and causes great inconvenience.

Sometimes pain in the evening can be intensified.Sometimes the pain in the joints is very active, the manifestation depends on the load.In youth, arthrosis can be developed from great physical activity or after injury.

Diagnosis of arthrosis

The diagnosis is based on, first of all, to determine the predisposition factors such as the appearance of pain and discomfort in the movement of the joints.In the event of the above symptoms, the X -ray, radionucleid and morphology examinations are possible.

All studies are conducted only in clinical conditions and only qualified experts should conclude to them.On our site, you can always ask questions about symptoms, treatment and prevention of arthrosis in the comments below.

Prevention

Steps -Preventive steps to prevent arthrosis are available to everyone.They include moderate physical energy (it cannot cause joint pain), balanced nutrition and daily eating all the main trace elements and vitamins.

Often, getting rid of arthrosis is prevented by overweight, so you should be very aware of your diet and, if necessary, keep an eye on the diet.

It should also be noted that arthrosis belongs to the chronic disease category.In other words, the main criterion for the effectiveness of treatment is to achieve prolonged forgiveness and improve the patient's condition.

Arthrosis treatment

With diagnosed arthrosis, treatment is currently a serious and urgent problem.And while the amount of drugs used for arthrosis is constantly increasing, they only have symptoms.And while there is no drug that is a catch drug in the treatment of joints.

Plans and methods of treatment depend on the stage and symptoms of arthrosis, often relieve pain, as in the second and third stages of their disease can be very painful.Anti -anti -inflammation therapy is also possible with joint inflammation.

The main scheme of arthrosis drug treatment implies the use:

1. NSAIDs to reduce pain and eliminate inflammation.
2. Drugs from chondroprotectors groups, which include active components as glucose and chondroitin.
3. In severe illness, intra-articular administration of corticosteroid preparations may be needed. These drugs quickly eliminate the inflammation process and normalize the movement of the affected joints.
4. After eliminating the inflammatory process, intra -articular administration of hyaluronic acid may be needed, which acts as a lubricant and inhibits the joint friction process, eliminates pain syndrome, increases mobility and stimulates its own hyaluronate production.

To restore the joints, which is affected by arthrosis largely, only possible with the help of surgery to replace the joints, it is still impossible to do this without surgery.

Surgical

At the advanced stage of knee joint arthrosis, treatment with medication may not be effective, and then decisions on the method of healing surgery should be made.

There are several types of surgical intervention:

1. Artroplasty.Replacing cartilage together by placing artificial.After surgery, pain is significantly reduced and increased mobility.
2. Arthroscopy.It does not require a long recovery period, suitable for patients of all ages.It is necessary to prevent the destruction of the joints.During operation, the inflammatory area is removed - this occurs using thin probe and additional tools.
3. Prosthetics.Replace all components together with artificial analogs.In this way, modern prostheses are made of special metals, which are not rejected by the body.Such transplants last for about ten years.After such intervention, the patient can lead a full lifestyle.

At home, as prescribed by a doctor, the patient may use an agent that interferes in the form of ointment, rubbing, gel, herbal infusions.Good results are provided by physiotherapy, acupuncture, hirudotherapy (leching treatment), as well as spa treatment in remission (diseases) using natural mud and mineral baths.

Training for the treatment of arthrosis

The most needed condition in the treatment of arthrosis is the use of various types of exercises to prevent muscle atrophy and ligaments.

Training for the treatment of arthrosis is selected individually for each patient with a doctor and specialist in physiotherapy training.This exercise begins only after the problem, but not later than 5-6 days after relieving the pain.

Training tasks for the treatment of arthrosis are joint mobility recovery, aerobic exercises, increasing muscle and joint flexibility.

How to treat arthrosis with folk medicine?

With arthrosis of drug treatment, it is unavoidable, but usually doctors prescribe comprehensive treatment, advise to use folk remedies.But you need to know that arthrosis treatment, including non -traditional drugs, based on a healthy lifestyle and proper nutrition, folk recipes are added to all of this.

1. Birch leaves, nettles and inflorescence calendula are taken in the same section.As a result, you need to get two tablespoons.We put the chopped collection into the thermos, pour one liter of boiling water and let it overnight.Starting next in the morning, take half a glass of stew four to five times a day.The course of taking this recipe is two to three months.
2. Egg solutions are made from fresh egg yolk, mixed with turpentine and apple vinegar in a 1: 1: 1 ratio. The liquid must be carefully mixed and scars with affected joints throughout the night.Then you need to wrap everything with a hair scarf.It is recommended to do a rubbing for 1 month 2-3 times a week.
3. Celery.1-2 teaspoons of freshly squeezed celery juice to drink up to 3 times a day.You can use a stew.Brew 1 tbsp.One tablespoon of fresh root with 2 cups of boiling water and let it be luxurious under the lid for 4 hours.Drink 2 tablespoons.Tablescoons up to 4 times daily 30 minutes before meals.
4. You will need a soft piece of fabric, without synthetic impurities and cabbage heads.Start -starting you need to grind your head, and after that it is good to rush with a mortar or with your hands, it is advisable to use non -oxidized dishes.After that, you can squeeze the juice in the juicer.Now that we take the cooked cloth and moisturize the cabbage juice, place this compress on the joints.I would also like to note that squeezed juice can be stored for no more than three days from rotating.
5. The use of boiled oats also produces good results.Take three or four tablespoons of oats, pour boiling water and cook over low heat for five to seven minutes.The amount of water used should ensure the receipt of thick porridge, which should be cooled and used as a compress at night.Use only new boiled fragments.Yesterday's porridge for compress was inappropriate.
6. Pharmacies are purchased by Eleasil Roots.As a rule, it faces a 50 g pack.For the preparation of tincture, half a pack of plant roots and 150 ml of high quality vodka will be required.The ingredients are mixed, placed in dark bottles and insisted for 12 days.Rubbings are done before bed, and if possible in the morning.

In general, the treatment of arthrosis with folk medicine cannot replace the standard type of therapy (medication, physiotherapy, massage, exercise therapy), but can reduce the symptoms of the disease, improve the effects of other therapy methods and accelerate recovery.