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Osteoarthritis: Know Your Options When it comes to osteoarthritis, treatments are relatively simple and range from lifestyle changes, surgery and medication. Weight reduction is a major factor when it comes to reducing stress, wear and tear on the toughened cartilage, keeping it from degrading. Weight reduction is key to making sure that that not only are the tendons and muscles being stretched beyond what is safe, but also in keeping from the actual bones from striking and rubbing against one another, causing significant pain. In treating osteoarthritis treating joint pain and inflammation while retaining joint functionality is paramount. Medication is used primarily for osteoarthritis and may be taken orally, injected, or used topically to reduce joint inflammation and or pain. Rest is also a primary means of relief for osteoarthritis pain as it relieves pain and swelling. |
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