Arthritis Physical Therapy In NYC

What Is Arthritis?
Arthritis is an umbrella term used to describe over 100 different conditions characterized by inflammation in the joints or other parts of the body, most commonly affecting the hip, knee, spine, fingers, and other non-weight-bearing joints. Joint inflammation in arthritis is caused by an overactive immune system and can be defined as a cut or bruise on the inside of the joints, which causes discomfort and stiffness.

What Are the Symptoms of Arthritis?
Arthritis begins with minor symptoms that gradually worsen over weeks or months. The most common symptoms of arthritis include:

• Swelling and stiffness in the joints
• Pain in the affected joints
• Limited mobility
• Tingling and loss of sensation
• Fever
• Weight loss

Some kinds of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, can affect organs other than the joints, resulting in the symptoms listed below:

• Red eyes
• Skin problems
• Muscle weakness
• Dry mouth
• Cataracts
• Difficulty sleeping

Who Is at Risk for Arthritis?
Some risk factors for arthritis are modifiable and some are not. The following are some contributing factors to arthritis you can control:

• Being overweight
• Previous joint damage
• Smoking
• Poor diet
• Repetitive motions involving the same joints
• An abundance of sedentary behavior

The arthritis risk factors that cannot be controlled include:

• Being a woman
• Heredity and family history of arthritis
• Older age

Understanding the precise role and timing of action of arthritic risk factors is critical. Our arthritis physical therapy specialists in NYC have the knowledge and expertise to help you get back to feeling stronger and healthier.

Physical Therapy for Arthritis
Physical therapy is one of the best natural arthritis treatment options around because it has a layered effect for sufferers. There are four primary ways that PT for arthritis helps patients, and those benefits are compounded for greater relief.
Range of motion. Working with one of our physical therapists can help you support your current range of motion longer for more comfort and physical activity. There is also a possibility that you’ll be able to improve your range of motion and participate in activities that you’d given up due to arthritis.
Targeted pain relief. Some forms of arthritis pain are triggered by your environment. A physical therapist can discover what part of the body is most affected and they can walk through your day-to-day life with you to uncover what’s causing the problem. Not only that, but they can help you learn new approaches to aggravating movements and repetitive motions to avoid future pain and joint damage.
Improve muscle strength. One of the biggest benefits of physical therapy is the targeted strengthening of muscles. This can lead to more stability and support surrounding your joints which removes stress and pain.
Modalities for immediate relief. Therapeutic modalities like heat and cold, electrical stimulation, hands-on care and massage therapy, ultrasound, and others can remedy pain and give you future arthritis pain management techniques.

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Physical Therapists NYC
80 Maiden Ln, # 905C,
New York, NY 10038
(212) 386-7979

145 Henry St, Suit 1G,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 673-6771
Web Address https://www.physicaltherapistsnyc.com/
https://physicaltherapistsnyc.business.site/

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Nearby Locations:
New York:
Financial District | Tribeca | Civic Center | Two Bridges
10005 | 10007 | 10002

Nearby Locations:
Brooklyn:
Dumbo | Vinegar Hill | Bridge Plaza | Brooklyn Heights | Cobble Hill | Boerum Hill
11201 | 11251 | 11231 | 11217

Working Hours:
Monday: 08.00AM - 04.00PM
Tuesday: 10.00AM - 06.00PM
Wednesday: 08.00AM - 04.00PM
Thursday: 08.00AM - 04.00PM
Friday: 08.00AM - 03.00PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Payment: cash, check, credit cards.