S1 : In this video, we’ll have A Look At Common Joint
Problems.
S2 : A common source of joint discomfort is
inflammation. In fact, many of the problems associated with joint pain stem
from inflammation.
S3 : This can cause joints to become inflamed, swollen,
stiff and even rickety when cushioning in the area gets affected.
Here’s a look
at some of the most common issues causing joints to become inflamed and
painful.
S4 : Arthritis
Arthritis,
despite being very common, isn’t well-understood. It’s not a single disease but
a name given to group of about 200 problems that affect the joints.
S5 : The root cause behind
all of these problems is inflammation of the joints.
Arthritis can
affect people of all ages but is most common in women and older individuals.
The common symptoms that you can experience during arthritis are pain,
swelling, decreased mobility and stiffness. Symptoms can range from mild and
moderate to severe.
S6 : As arthritis worsens,
you may find doing everyday tasks a nuisance. Inability to climb the stairs or
bend down is common symptoms of progressed arthritis.
Osteoarthritis
is arthritis that occurs when wear and tear of cartilage takes place. Being the
most common type of arthritis, this problem is characterized by excessive pain
and stiffness.
S7 : As the cartilage wears
away, there’s no cushioning left for the bones. So, when you move, the bones
run against each other and this friction causes the feeling of discomfort.
S8 : If the problem
persists, the condition can get worse and joint strength is lost. The risk
factors for this problem are obesity, age and any previous injury.
Anyone with a
family history of osteoarthritis is also likely to get it at some point in
their life.
S9 : Arthritis can impact
any set of joints, but its effects are felt most in the hips, knees, neck, back
or the hands.
S10 : Another example is
rheumatoid arthritis which is a kind of autoimmune disease. In this condition,
inflammation increases in the body which causes joint damage and pain.
Risk factors
include genetic and environmental reasons.
S11 : For example, smoking
is a risk factor that can cause rheumatoid arthritis in specific people who
have a particular gene. The aim of medication that is given for treating this
disease is to increase mobility and reduce stiffness.
S12 : Arthritis is diagnosed
by a physician by doing blood testing and taking some imaging scans. If the
problem gets bad, an orthopedic surgeon performs joint replacement surgery.
S13 : Arthritis may also
affect other parts of the body when it progresses, so other specialists like
dentists and ophthalmologists may also be needed.
S14 : Gout
While the
knees, neck and shoulders are spots more susceptible to joint pain, gout
presents itself in the big toe of the foot. It’s a very common type of
arthritis that causes stiffness in the area which is accompanied by excessive swelling
and intense pain.
S15 : While it’s common in
men, women who have reached menopause also become more susceptible to gout.
S16 : The cause of this joint problem is the
deposition of uric acid in the blood stream. This could be due to two reasons;
either there is too much uric acid production or the kidney is not able to
efficiency remove uric acid from the body. Inflammation, resulting from excess
of uric acid crystals in the blood, is the prime cause of this problem.
S17 : Gout attacks are
specific and quick, mostly occurring in the middle of the night. Medication is
used to treat gout problems. It is used for reducing the symptoms and
preventing future attacks.
S18 : Since gout, if it gets
worse, can also cause kidney stones, medication is used to prevent the
situation from getting any more complex.
S19 : Bursitis
Bursitis is an
inflammatory condition that affects the bursa. The bursa is a sac that is
filled with fluid, present between the skin and the joints. As it is present
above the joints, it acts as a cushioning agent between bones and tendons.
S20 : Common symptoms
associated with bursitis are swelling and tenderness. Bursitis mostly occurs in
elbows, knees, hips, knees and shoulders but other areas in the body can also
get affected.
S21 : Bursas become inflamed
when there is a repetitive movement or injury. If you indulge in any sports or
physical activity where you are performing repetitive activities on daily
basis, your chances of getting bursitis increase.
S22 : For example, if you
bowl every day, you may get elbow bursitis. People who spend a lot of time on
their knees such as gardeners are also prime victims of knee bursitis.
Sometimes, bursitis may even be caused as a development in another arthritis
condition such as gout.
S23 : Bursitis can also be
treated at home. Easy treatment methods for bursitis are forming a cold pack or
resting the area.
S24 : Also, painkillers such
as paracetamol can also help speed up the recovery proves. Although the pain
goes away in a few weeks, swelling lasts for a longer time.
S25 : To prevent bursitis,
it is important that you wear knee pads when you are playing and always warm up
before exercising. If your symptoms are not getting better at home even after
10 to 14 days of treatment, then seek medical help.
S26 : Repetitive Movement Injuries
Repetitive
motion or stress injuries could be permanent or temporary injuries that cause
damage to the nerves, tendons or ligaments. These injuries occur when you are
doing the same thing again and again.
S27 : For example, if you
are playing a sport in which you do the same motion repetitively, then you are
likely to suffer from a joint condition.
S28 : Carpel tunnel syndrome
is a common form of such injury. It is caused by a disorder of tunnel that runs
from the forearm to the wrist. When the ligaments and tendons in this area get
compressed, swelling and pain are experienced.
S29 : This type of
repetitive movement injury is common in people who type on computer keyboards
on daily basis.
S30 : This injury can cause
a lot of pain. Numbness and lack of motion is also associated with this joint
problem. If it persists, over time, the sufferer loses flexibility in the
region. If treatment is not done, the end result is complete loss of friction.
S31 : Of the two hands, the
dominant hand is more prone to this problem and women are three times more
likely to get carpal tunnel syndrome as compared to men. People suffering from
wrist trauma or diabetes are also at a greater risk of getting this problem.
S32 : Rehabilitation
programs for repetitive movement injury includes occupational therapy and pain
management techniques. Heat and cold applications at home can also help.
Exercising the affected area helps to strengthen it and prevent any complete
loss of mobility.
Primary care
doctors, medicine doctors, sports doctors and orthopedic surgeons are involved
in treatment of repetitive movement injuries. It is always best to get help
before the condition gets any worse.
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