The joint is actually the meeting point of two bones and allows the body to move. Joints include the shoulder, hip, elbow, and knee joints.

Joint pain is a general category and refers to a feeling of discomfort, difficulty in movement, a feeling of grip and of course acute pain. Many times, it is the result of an illness eg arthritis or injury or other factors.

Common causes of joint pain:

Arthritis

The number one cause of joint pain. The two main forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. According to the American Institute of Rheumatology, osteoarthritis occurs in people over 40 years of age. Its progress is slow and usually affects the wrists, arms, hips and knees.

Essentially, pain, in cases of osteoarthritis, results from the wear and tear of cartilage in the joints.

The second type of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, according to the Arthritis Foundation, occurs more often in women than in men. Over time, the joints become deformed, causing pain, inflammation, and fluid to build up in the joints as the immune system attacks the membrane surrounding the joints.

Other causes

• Bursitis or inflammation of the "cushion" around the joint
• Lupus
• Some infectious diseases, such as influenza, hepatitis, etc.
• Patellar chondropathy
• Wounding
• Tendonitis
• Bone or joint infection
• Excessive strain on the joint
• Cancer
• Fibromyalgia
• Osteoporosis
• Sarcoidosis
• Rickets

 

Symptoms

In some cases, joint pain requires you to see a specialist. You will need to make an appointment with an orthopedist if the cause of your pain is unknown or if in addition to pain there is severe swelling in the joint area, along with redness and fever. Also, if the pain lasts for more than 3 days or if you have a fever, without other symptoms of the virus.

Dealing

Doctors classify osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis as chronic diseases. There is currently no cure, which eliminates the pain associated with arthritis forever. However, there are some things you can do to alleviate it.

The use of topical analgesics can relieve pain and allow you to move around comfortably again. We recommend ARTHRO CEL. An innovative gel, based on liposomal technology. Thanks to this the bioactive ingredients (MSM & Menthol) are transported quickly to the point of damage and are absorbed X 1.6 times better. Learn more about ARTHRO CEL here https://liposoma.gr/arthro-cel/

If the pain is due to arthritis, in addition to anti-inflammatory preparations, you can try therapeutic massages, hot showers, rest.

Exercise can also help relieve pain. Some gentle exercise or walking, after consulting your doctor, can be very beneficial.

Stretching before exercise to widen the range of motion.

Maintaining a normal weight is very important for joint health. Excess weight puts strain on the joints and restricts movement.

Joint pain is the result of daily wear and tear as the body grows. It can also be a sign of infection or arthritis. You should see your doctor if you experience joint pain. Early diagnosis can lead to more effective management of symptoms and general relief of discomfort!

Sources:

https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/osteoarthritis

 

https://www.rheumatology.org/I-Am-A/Patient-Caregiver/Diseases-Conditions/Osteoarthritis

 

https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/rheumatoid-arthritis

 

https://www.wakehealth.edu/Locations/Hospitals/Brenner-Childrens