Arthritis- Methods of Treatment

The aims in treating arthritis are to control pain, improve quality of life and to restore function of the joint. These are the approved methods:

Medication:
1- To control pain
2-To relieve the inflammation-There is a group of drugs called anti-inflammatory that can be prescribed by a medical doctor.

Structured physical activity-This could involve physical/occupational therapy.

Weight loss planning- Obese people will be encouraged to lose weight.

Self-management- Patient education will prepare the person to manage the arthritis at home on a daily basis. This will require the development of specific skills.

Surgery- This will replace or repair the damage joint.

Medical aids and device-There are many devices and splints that are used to assist with joint function and to improve quality of life.  Many are available online, so people everywhere can have access to them.

The Arthritis Foundation has a number of programs to help people develop skills and increase their physical activity.

Click here to read about the risk factors for arthritis.