Joint Pain in Liguori, MO. If your ability to enjoy a pain-free life is jeopardized by joint pain, the professional physical and occupational therapists of Axes PT will help you get back to the activities in Liguori, MO you love the most. Whether you are experiencing chronic pain, were diagnosed with a condition, or were injured by trauma, we’ll work with you as a team to develop a treatment plan that has been demonstrated to be effective that is unique 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 owning your local pickleball league, or just want to tie your shoes without pain, contact us online or find the nearest location for you.

Joint pain is a problem for many Liguori, MO residents. In the U.S., about a quarter of adults experience joint pain. While it can be severely restrictive, there is a way to manage it and make it go away. It is important to see a doctor before starting physical therapy. While no remedy is guaranteed to make everyone 100% pain free, physical therapy has shown widespread success for clients with joint pain. Contact Axes for safe, effective, and tailored treatment in Liguori, MO.

Understanding Joint Pain | Liguori, MO Physical Therapy

The many joints in human anatomy have many shapes, sizes, and purposes, but they all attach bones together. There are three categories of joints:

1. Synarthrosis joints allow for no movement, help provide stability by holding bonds together, for example the joints in your skull.
2. Amphiarthrosis joints allow for limited movement, for example the distal joint between the two shin bones.
3. Diarthrosis joints, also known as synovial joints, allow a wide range of movement. Examples are your shoulder knee. There are six types of diarthrosis joints:
   1. Pivot, which permits rotary movement around a single axis
   2. Plane or gliding, which permits movement up and down, left and right, and diagonally
   3. Hinge, which permits bending and straightening in a single direction
   4. Condyloid, which allows side to side and circular movements
   5. Saddle, which also allow for side to side and circular movements
   6. Ball-and-socket joints allow any of the movements the human body can naturally make

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

• Cartilage — This is a connective tissue that is firm and flexible and sits on the ends of the bones. Its purpose is to act as a shock absorber.
• Synovial membrane — This membrane lines many parts of the inside of synovial joints and tendon sheaths. It produces synovial fluid, a thick, lubricating egg white-like substance that reduces friction between the joint and bone.
• Ligaments — Ligaments are bands of firm and flexible tissue that connect two bones together, do not allow them to move unnaturally, and help you move properly. For example, the shoulder ligaments connect your humerus to your shoulder blade and prevent the shoulder from becoming unstable.
• Tendons — These are also durable similar in substance to ligaments 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 when you move your joints.
• Joint Cavity — This is the space between bones that holds the cartilage and synovial membrane.

We experience pain because our brain is trying to tell us that something is wrong.. When you experience joint pain, that means parts of the joint are injured, inflamed, or otherwise damaged to the extent that it affects the function of your joint Your brain wants you to know it needs attention. Proven physical therapy in Liguori, MO is often needed to address the issue.

What Leads to Joint Pain | Liguori, MO Physical Therapy

There are numerous conditions that can lead to debilitating joint pain. Those conditions differ considerably in severity; some are not totally curable but symptoms can be alleviated. Other times we can be pain-free with full mobility in a matter of weeks. All of them, however, require a sound treatment plan and the care of a professional physical and occupational therapist in Liguori, 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 occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones breaks down. It typically occurs with old age, repeated trauma, or overuse.

Rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus are autoimmune diseases wherein your immune system incorrectly attacks healthy tissue, most often in the joints.

While we have yet to find a a cure for arthritis, improved mobility and reduced pain can be achieved with evidence-backed physical therapy by increasing 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 Liguori, MO physical therapists at Axes will form a team with you and your physician to put together a comprehensive treatment plan with the objective of bringing piece and mobility back to your everyday life.

Bursitis

Bursitis leads to 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 because of overuse, trauma, repeated movements, or, uncommonly, 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 go a long way in preventing further trauma and maintain strength and flexibility in the surrounding muscles. With the right treatment, bursitis can go away within a month.

Tendinitis

Tendinitis causes joint pain when the tendons connecting the bones and muscles become inflamed or damaged. It is caused by activities involving repetitive motions such as painting. It can also be caused by a sudden sports injury. It usually occur in the shoulders, heels, elbows, and knees. Physical therapy will lightly strengthen and elongate the tendon to make further injuries less likely. If a tendon snaps, it may require surgery.

Sprains and Tears

Sprains transpire when a ligament is extended or torn because of twisting, stepping on uneven ground, or direct trauma to the area. Tears are when a ligament, tendon, or muscle is ripped. While after most sprains you can be back to normal in a few weeks, tears typically require many months to recover from. Tears such as rotator cuff tears and ACL tears can be extremely painful and profoundly impact your ability to perform daily tasks.

If you have persistent join pain, consider one of our free injury screenings with one of our joint pain professionals in Liguori, MO. If a physician recommends surgery, we’ll work with you to create a personalized pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation plan.

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

No one Liguori, MO resident’s joint pain is exactly like someone else’s, so we’ll cater your treatment based on the underlying reasons for and severity of your joint pain, how old you are, your occupational needs, and the activities you want to enjoy in the future. As we progress through your physical therapy, we’ll show you exercises you can perform at home safely, so you can continue to manage any future pain and prevent further injuries.

While it may seem natural to avoid movements that cause joint pain, immobility will only exacerbate your pain in the end. At Axes, our Liguori, MO physical and occupational therapists are pros; we will help you enhance mobility and strength without causing further pain. We can also help you learn how to better protect your joints with posture correction and other patient education.

Depending on you, your joint pain, and your needs, we may use the following treatments in Liguori, MO:

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

Click on the links below to see what other services we offer in Liguori, 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 Liguori, MO | Axes Physical Therapy

While joint pain, and other issues that require physical therapy, is a physical burden, it can also impact us mentally by keeping us away from the things we enjoy. At Axes PT, our entire team of licensed Liguori, MO occupational and physical therapists is devoted 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 Liguori, MO, contact Axes today or call the most convenient location for you.