Arthritis is a debilitating illness that affects 1 in 4 American adults. It can cause joint swelling, pain, physical weakness, and reduced mobility. As a result, everyday chores like laundry, cooking, recreational activities, and gardening can become challenging as the body deteriorates.

At Houma-Thibodaux Spine and Rehabilitation, our chiropractors assure you that you can still live a healthy, active lifestyle even after an arthritis diagnosis. We offer chiropractic care which is a safe, non-invasive, and all-natural arthritis treatment that doesn’t involve pharmaceuticals.

Types of Arthritis

The two common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid. Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It can cause joint stiffness and pain. Rheumatoid arthritis is a progressive illness causing inflammation in the joints. It results in painful deformity and immobility, particularly in the ankles, feet, wrists, and fingers.

Overall, arthritis is caused by wear and tear of the joints over time, mainly due to overuse. The most common symptoms of arthritis involve stiff and sore muscles. Other symptoms include sounds of clicking or popping of the joints when moving or being sensitive to touch.

Chiropractic Care for Arthritis

We perform gentle adjustments and manipulations for your joints to help fix misalignments and reduce restrictions, pain, and inflammation. Chiropractic manipulations can also enhance nervous system function, which makes it easier to treat and eliminate the symptoms of arthritis.

Massage Therapy for Arthritis

Besides chiropractic manipulations, we offer massage therapy to help treat arthritis. We also perform deep tissue massages for relieving chronic arthritis pain. Deep massages help reach muscles that are irritated and inflamed by arthritis joint pains. We can recommend a trigger joint massage which uses deep tissue massages in a more localized way. This reduces tension in areas of your body that need extra care.

Contact Houma-Thibodaux Spine and Rehabilitation for Arthritis Relief

Arthritis can impair your ability to perform daily activities, favorite hobbies, and professional obligations. If you’re experiencing arthritic pain, contact Houma-Thibodaux Spine and Rehabilitation to schedule a consultation. Call our Thibodaux office today at (985) 447-2225 or our Houma office at (985) 873-8586. You can also reach us through our website by using our online contact form.