Osteoarthritis Diet Questions

Regards Lybrate user. Osteoarthritis refers to degenerative changes in the joint. If there had been ligament tear, the muscles surrounding the joints may overwork or work differently leading to excess pressure on the joint, leading to what is termed as secondary osteoarthritis. So, it is essential to ensure the muscle tension gets addressed appropriately prior to strengthening the muscles, to avoid worsening of the degeneration. It is recommended to consult an orthopedic physiotherapist or manua...more

This is a progressive disorder. Please let me know which particular joints are involved and then specific advise for each joint can be given as how to prevent the progression. There are certain drugs which do help in reducing the degenerative process.
Please consult for further history and clinical assessment. Regards.

Regards Lybrate user. I empathize your concern. One needs to understand about osteoarthritis to better be able to manage the disorder. Osteoarthritis refers to degeneration or wear and tear of the joint's cartilage (cushion system that is present over the bone). One needs to remember that this disorder, does not occur in few days. It occurs over long duration of months to years. As the wear and tear occurs, the joint undergoes multiple changes from inflammation (i.e swelling of joints) to gettin...more

Hi kindly check your hormone and mineral levels in body. Oa at the age of 29 is very early. You should find the exact root cause for this health condition at this early age then start the tretment.

You can do the following exercises for knee pain
1. Don’t rest too much. Too much rest can weaken your muscles, which can worsen joint pain. Find an exercise program that is safe for your knees and stick with it. If you're not sure which motions are safe or how much you can do, talk with your doctor or a physical therapist.
2. Do exercise. Cardio exercises strengthen the muscles that support your knee and increase flexibility. Weight training and stretching do, too. For cardio, some good...more

Homoepathic Medicine is best for osteoarthritis in Diabetics.. you can do light exercise.. elliptical cross trainer is good but you need to use it correctly..

Hi lybrate-user, the osteoarthritis is an age related degenerative changes. Medicine or oil application will not help them. Regular exercises are required to prevent further degeneration and keep the muscle strong to do her daily routine. I would like you to consult a physiotherapist nearby or you can consult us online, we can help you with proper guidance of exercises which will be permanent remedy for her.

follow these dos and don’ts to help your knees feel their best.
1. Don’t rest too much. Too much rest can weaken your muscles, which can worsen joint pain. Find an exercise program that is safe for your knees and stick with it. If you're not sure which motions are safe or how much you can do, talk with your doctor or a physical therapist.
2. Do exercise. Cardio exercises strengthen the muscles that support your knee and increase flexibility. Weight training and stretching do, too. For ca...more

Hello. There are many homoeopathic medicines for osteoarthritis. I need detailed case history to give treatment. Homeopathic medicines if chosen well reduce pain and improve mobility. Commonly used homeopathic medicines for osteoarthritis are rhus tox, bryonia, arnica, calc fluor, calc carb, puls, radium brom, kali carb, etc. No side effects.

1. Don’t rest too much. Too much rest can weaken your muscles, which can worsen joint pain. Find an exercise program that is safe for your knees and stick with it. If you're not sure which motions are safe or how much you can do, talk with your doctor or a physical therapist.
2. Do exercise. Cardio exercises strengthen the muscles that support your knee and increase flexibility. Weight training and stretching do, too. For cardio, some good choices include walking, swimming, water aerobics, s...more