Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of the bones wears down over time. Although osteoarthritis can damage any joint in the body, the disorder most commonly affects joints in the hands, knees, hips, and spine. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common chronic joint condition. Vaidhyamana provides the best ayurvedic treatment for Osteoarthritis.
Symptoms
The most common symptom of osteoarthritis is pain in the affected joint after repetitive use
- Pain
- Tenderness
- Joint Stiffness
- Loss of flexibility
- Grating sensation
- Bone spurs
- joint creaking
- Loss of range of motion.
Causes
- Older age
- Sex
- Obesity
- Joint injuries
- Certain occupations
- Genetics
- Bone deformities
Severe osteoarthritis
- Increased swelling and inflammation.
- Increased pain.
- Decreased range of motion.
- Joint instability.