Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints that can hit anywhere, but here at Hurley Chiropractic and Wellness Center we know how to soften the blow. Our Conway chiropractors provides a wide range of services for overall health and wellness, with arthritis treatment programs as one of those services. Two of the most common forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Personal Injuries and Aging Top Causes of Arthritis

Osteoarthritis typically comes from a lifetime of wear and tear on the joints. The condition is often associated with aging. Rheumatoid arthritis is a disorder that stems from the autoimmune system. Personal injuries can also exacerbate or lead to arthritis, with debilitating neck and back pain, or arthritis can strike other joints in the body, such as the knee and elbows. Conditions such as tennis elbow can also cause arthritis, due to the repetitive motions of the forearm, wrist and elbow. Regardless of the cause, our techniques can help bring relief.

Our chiropractors can perform adjustments to correct any misalignments in the spine that can be exacerbating the pain and then design a treatment program based on your individual needs. A personalized rehabilitation program can be highly effective for treating arthritis. Such programs generally consist of physical therapy, with a series of exercises and stretches targeted to the problematic area. The exercises are meant to improve your flexibility, restore a full range of motion and strengthen the muscles that support and assist the joints.

Other methods of treating arthritis at our office include acupuncture, which has been effective for reducing pain, as well as massage therapy, rehabilitation, nutritional counseling, and lifestyle advice. Our chiropractors focus on whole body wellness, which can play an integral part in keeping arthritis pain at bay. Weight adds excess stress on your joints, which can reduce your ease of mobility and increase your risk of joint injuries, while regular exercise and healthy eating habits keeps you mobile and flexible. We have programs to assist you in weight loss and achieving greater mobility, flexibility and less pain. Ask us how at 501-513-3322.

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