Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, occurs when the cartilage that shields the top of bones degenerates or wears down causing swelling, pain, and stiffness. Whenever a person walks, the bones of the joint rub against each other which results in pain.
What Is Shoulder Osteoarthritis?
The shoulder consists of three types of bones – upper arm bone which is also known as the humerus, the shoulder blade or scapula and the collarbone, also known as the clavicle. Shoulder osteoarthritis happens due to wearing of articular cartilage. It is also known as “wear and tear arthritis.”
Who Gets Shoulder Osteoarthritis?
Normally, people who are more than 50 years of age develop this disease. It has also been found in younger people due to an accident or an injury. For example- a fracture on your shoulder or the dislocation of the shoulder may cause osteoarthritis.
What Are the Symptoms of Shoulder Osteoarthritis?
Symptoms of shoulder osteoarthritis include:
- Pain while walking
- Pain while moving the shoulder
- Pain during sleep
What Is the Traditional Treatment for Shoulder Osteoarthritis?
The traditional treatments for shoulder osteoarthritis include:
- Applying moist heat
- Applying ice
- Doing range-of-motion exercises
- Taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory nonsteroidal drugs
- Other medications that include injections of corticosteroids
Use of K Laser Class IV Treatment for Shoulder Osteoarthritis
The K laser class IV treatment is considered to be one of the most effective and pain-free remedies to treat shoulder osteoarthritis. In this procedure, the infra-red laser is used to help reduce the pain and inflammation. The treatment enhances tissue healing in your hard and soft tissues which include your muscles, bones, and ligaments.
Typically, it is a safe, painless and non-invasive solution for treating shoulder osteoarthritis. Most of the patients who underwent this treatment have responded very well and witnessed a great relief from the pain. It also helps in reducing the swelling and inflammation of the shoulder which is why it is a very effective remedy.
This form of treatment has been in practice for the last 30 years. Due to significant breakthroughs in science and technology, it has been made even more effective and reliable in recent years.
We treat shoulder osteoarthritis through Class IV K laser. For more information about the chiropractic treatment, call us at (714) 639-4640 or schedule an appointment with Dr. Michael Berry, one of the best Tustin chiropractors.
