Joint Pain in Concord, MO. If your ability to enjoy a pain-free life is jeopardized by joint pain, the professional physical and occupational therapists of Axes PT is here to get you back to the activities in Concord, MO you love the most. Whether you are experiencing chronic pain, were diagnosed with a condition, or were injured by trauma, we’ll form a dedicated team with you to implement a proven treatment plan that is catered exactly to you to help you return to your pain-free life. Our practice is client-centered, and achieving positive, pain-free outcomes. If you want to get back to dominating your local kickball league, or just want to tend your garden without pain, reach out to us us online or find the closest location for you.

Joint pain is a problem for many Concord, MO residents. In the U.S., roughly 25% of adults live with joint pain. While it can be severely debilitating, it doesn’t have to control your life. It is important to consult with a doctor to see if physical therapy is right for you. While no remedy will work for everyone all the time, physical therapy has shown widespread success for patients with joint pain. Contact Axes for safe, effective, and customized treatment in Concord, MO.

Understanding Joint Pain | Concord, MO Physical Therapy

The human body has hundreds of joints, but they all work to connect bones together. There are three types of joints:

1. Synarthrosis joints are immovable, but provide strong connections between adjacent bones, for example the sutures in your cranium.
2. Amphiarthrosis joints are partially moveable, for example the distal joint between the two shin bones.
3. Diarthrosis joints, also called synovial joints, permit a full scope of of movement. Examples are your ankle knee. There are six classifications of diarthrosis joints:
   1. Pivot, which allows rotation around one point
   2. Plane or gliding, which permits bones to glide over each other
   3. Hinge, which permits bending and straightening in a single direction
   4. Condyloid, which allows flexion, extension, and circular motions
   5. Saddle, which also allow for sideways and circular movements
   6. Ball-and-socket joints allow the highest freedom of movement and including rotational mobility

One fully grown, the human body has 206 bones which are linked by almost 400 joints. The majority of them are synovial joints, which are made up of:

• Cartilage — This is a connective tissue that covers the surface of the joint. It allows for smooth movement and cushions the bone against each other.
• Synovial membrane — This membrane lines the joint cavity synovial joints and tendon sheaths. It produces synovial fluid, a thick liquid that acts as a lubricant and lowers friction between the joint and bone.
• Ligaments — Ligaments are bands of firm and pliable tissue that connect two bones together and provide stability. For example, the ACL connects your thigh bone with your shin bone and prevents the tibia from moving too far forward.
• Tendons — These are also durable and elastic tissue that attaches your bones to the muscles that control their movement.
• Bursae — These are fluid-filled sacs lining different parts of the joint that act as a shock absorber and reduce friction as your tendons, ligaments, and muscles glide over your bones.
• Joint Cavity — This is the space between bones that holds the cartilage and synovial membrane.

We feel pain because our brain is trying to tell us that something is wrong.. When you experience joint pain, that means some part of the innerworkings of your joint are damaged and cannot function as they should Your brain wants you to know it needs attention. Demonstrably effective physical therapy in Concord, MO is often get your brain to quite down and stop sending you pain signals.

Why We Feel Joint Pain | Concord, MO Physical Therapy

There are countless conditions that can cause unyielding joint pain. Those conditions differ wildly in severity; some are not totally curable but meaningful relief is possible. Other times we can be pain-free with full mobility in a matter of weeks. All of them, however, require a well founded treatment plan and the guidance of a experienced physical and occupational therapist in Concord, MO like those at Axes. The most common causes of joint pain include:

Arthritis

Arthritis is an umbrella term that includes several different diagnoses. Most people with arthritis suffer from osteoarthritis, which degenerative joint disease characterized by the wearing down of the cartilage between bones. Old age is the most common risk factor, but overuse and repeated trauma can also be to blame.

Rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus are autoimmune disorders that attack the healthy tissues in your body.

While as far as modern medicine goes arthritis cannot be cured, pain and stiffness can be managed with effective physical therapy by improving flexibility and building up strength in the muscles around the joint. In addition to physical therapy, treatment for arthritis often includes medication and, in some cases, surgery. The Concord, MO physical therapists at Axes will in concert with you and your doctor to implement a comprehensive treatment plan with the objective of getting you back to the things you enjoy.

Bursitis

Bursitis causes joint pain when the fluid-filled sacs lining your joints become swollen and cannot protect the joint as well when it’s moved. It can be the result of overuse, trauma, repeated motions, or, rarely, infection. It most commonly occurs in the shoulder, hip, elbow, and knee. Safe flexibility and strength exercises, coupled with rest along with patient education can help prevent more bursitis down the road and maintain strength and flexibility in the surrounding muscles. With the right treatment, bursitis can go away within a few weeks.

Tendinitis

Tendinitis can be a joint pain culprit when the tendons connecting the bones and muscles become swollen or damaged. It can happen with actions involving repetitive motions such as landscaping work. is also a common sports injury. It’s most common in the shoulders, heels, elbows, and knees. Physical therapy will lightly strengthen and elongate the tendon to prevent further injuries. If a tendon is ruptured, you may need surgery.

Sprains and Tears

Sprains cause joint pain when a ligament is extended or torn as a result of twisting, landing awkwardly, or direct force to the area. Tears transpire when a ligament, tendon, or muscle is ripped. While the recovery time for a sprain is usually a few weeks, tears typically require many months to recover from. Tears like rotator cuff tears and ACL tears can cause immense pain and make basic tasks difficult if not impossible.

If you have joint pain that won’t go away, take advantage of our free injury screenings with one of our joint pain specialists in Concord, MO. If a physician recommends surgery, we can be part of your pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation plan.

What Physical Therapy in Concord, MO Can Do for Your Joint Pain

All of our Concord, MO patients are unique, so your particular treatment plan will be based on the root causes and severity of your joint pain, how old you are, your occupational needs, and the lifestyle you want to get back to or achieve. As we progress through our treatment, we’ll show you exercises you can perform at home safely, so you can continue to find long-term pain relief and go on to enjoy the best possible movement health.

While most of us don’t want to try and do anything that might cause more joint pain, immobility will only exacerbate your pain in the end. At Axes, our Concord, MO physical and occupational therapists know what they’re doing; we will help you increase mobility and strength without causing further pain. We can also teach you how to lessen the burden put on your joints with posture correction and other patient education.

Depending on the specifics of your joint pain, we may use the following treatments in Concord, MO:

• Dry Needling
• Work Rehabilitation
• Injury Prevention
• Soft Tissue Mobilization
• Kineseo Taping®
• Blood Flow Restriction Training

Take a look at the links below to see what other services we offer in Concord, MO:

• Physical Therapy Clinic
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment
• Sciatica Treatment
• Sports Medicine
• Hand Pain Physical Therapy
• Foot & Ankle Pain Treatment
• Hip Pain Treatment
• Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Hip Replacement Physical Therapy

Joint Pain Management in Concord, MO | Axes Physical Therapy

While joint pain, and other issues that require physical therapy, is a physical hardship, it can also impact us emotionally by keeping us away from the things we enjoy. At Axes PT, our entire team of experienced Concord, MO occupational and physical therapists is committed to getting you back to the activities you love. All of our treatment plans are evidence-based and tailored to you, with the only interest being to see you pain-free and with the best movement health possible. Everything we do has been proven to be effective. If you’re finally ready to be free of your joint pain in Concord, MO, contact Axes today or call the most convenient location for you.