Osteoarthritis
Chronic degenerative-dystrophic joint disease, in which articular cartilage, surrounding tissues and bones are destroyed.
Osteoarthritis occurs due to metabolic disorders in the articular tissues, which leads to thinning and loss of cartilage elasticity. Cartilage loses its ability to absorb the load on the joint, which increases the friction of bones against each other. This provokes inflammation, pain, and the formation of osteophytes, bone growths that impair joint mobility. In the early stages, osteoarthritis can only manifest itself in the form of discomfort, but as the disease progresses, the symptoms worsen. Large joints such as the knee, hip, shoulder, and spine are most often affected, as they are subjected to the greatest stress.
Causes
Congenital anomalies of joints (dysplasia, dislocations).
Age-related changes.
Overweight.
Joint injuries (fractures, dislocations, ligament tears).
Increased physical activity.
Metabolic disorders (diabetes mellitus, obesity).
Endocrine diseases.
Genetic predisposition.
Symptoms
Joint pain, which increases with exertion.
Morning stiffness that goes away after pacing.
Crunching in the joint during movement.
Limited mobility.
Joint deformity.
"Initial" pain after a period of rest.
Atrophy and weakness of the muscles around the affected joint.
After-effects
If left untreated, osteoarthritis can lead to complete loss of joint mobility (ankylosis), joint deformity, and deterioration of posture or gait.
Лечение
Conservative treatment
In the early stages, treatment is aimed at slowing the progression of the disease and restoring joint function. Doctors recommend following an orthopedic regimen that limits stress on the joint. Medications are used. An important part of the treatment is physical therapy aimed at reducing pain and inflammation. Physical therapy helps strengthen muscles and improve joint mobility. If necessary, intra-articular injections of hyaluronic acid are used to additionally "lubricate" the joint and reduce pain. Additionally, massage and manual therapy courses may be prescribed.
Surgical treatment
If conservative therapy is ineffective and the joint is significantly damaged, surgical intervention is resorted to. The following methods are used: Arthroscopy. It is a low-traumatic operation that allows you to remove damaged tissues, fragments of osteophytes and inflamed elements. Osteotomy. Changing the axis of load on the joint to reduce pressure on the damaged area. Endoprosthetics. Replacement of the joint with an artificial prosthesis. This is a radical treatment method that is used when the joint is completely destroyed.
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Moscow, 1st Yamskogo Polya Street, 15
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How to get
From the Belorusskaya metro station of the Zamoskvoretskaya line - exit 4 After exiting the subway, walk through the pedestrian tunnel and climb the stairs. Move towards the railway tracks, go down the stairs immediately after them and walk along the house, then turn right onto 1st Yamskoye Pole Street. At the turn to 3rd Yamsky Pole Street, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and continue along 1st Yamsky Field Street, after a few buildings on the left you will see Olympus Clinic MARS.
Travel time
9 minutes
Landmark
Olympus Clinic MARS sign
How to get
From the Belorusskaya metro station of the Ring line - exit 2. After exiting the subway, turn left and walk to the pedestrian crossing. Cross the road through two pedestrian crossings and move along the Tverskoy overpass. Go down the stairs immediately after the railway tracks, walk along the house, then turn right onto 1st Yamskoye Pole Street. At the turn to 3rd Yamsky Pole Street, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and continue along 1st Yamsky Field Street, after a few buildings on the left you will see Olympus Clinic MARS
Travel time
11 minutes
Landmark
Olympus Clinic MARS sign