Joint Pain in Manchester, MO. If your ability to enjoy a pain-free life is jeopardized by joint pain, the qualified physical and occupational therapists of Axes PT is here to get you back to the activities in Manchester, MO you love the most. Whether you suffer from chronic pain, recently received a diagnosis, or sustained an injury, we’ll work in concert with you as a team to create a treatment plan that has been demonstrated to be successful that is catered exactly to you to help find meaningful pain relief. Our practice based on giving you, the client, an extraordinary experience. If you want to get back to owning your local softball league, or just want to tend your garden without pain, get in touch with us us online or find the most convenient location for you.

Joint pain is all too common for Manchester, MO residents. In the United States, about a quarter of adults suffer from joint pain. While it can be severely limiting, meaningful relief is attainable. You should always see a doctor before deciding on physical therapy. While no therapy is guaranteed to make everyone entirely pain free, physical therapy has shown widespread success for clients with joint pain. Contact Axes for safe, effective, and personalized treatment in Manchester, MO.

Understanding Joint Pain | Manchester, MO Physical Therapy

There are many different kinds of joints in human anatomy, but they all work to connect bones together. There are three types of joints:

1. Synarthrosis joints allow for no movement, help provide stability by holding bonds together, for instance the bones in your cranium.
2. Amphiarthrosis joints are partially moveable, for example the vertebrae in the spine.
3. Diarthrosis joints, also known as synovial joints, allow a wide range of movement. Examples are your shoulder knee. There are six types of synovial joints:
   1. Pivot, which allows rotation around a single point
   2. Plane or gliding, which allows bones to glide over each other
   3. Hinge, which permits bending and straightening in a single direction
   4. Condyloid, which allows side to side and circular movements
   5. Saddle, which permits similar movements as condyloid joints
   6. Ball-and-socket joints allow the greatest degree 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 — Cartilage is a connective tissue that is firm and flexible and sits between 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 makes synovial fluid, a thick, lubricating egg white-like substance that lowers friction when bones glide over each other.
• Ligaments — Ligaments are bands of firm connective tissue that connect two bones together, do not allow them to move unnaturally, and help you move properly. 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 similar in substance to ligaments that attaches your bones to the muscles that control their movement.
• Bursae — These are fluid-filled sacs between bones and surrounding tissues 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 feel joint pain, that means some part of the innerworkings of your joint are damaged and cannot function as intended Your brain wants you to know it needs attention. Demonstrably effective physical therapy in Manchester, MO is often needed to address the issue.

Why We Feel Joint Pain | Manchester, MO Physical Therapy

Joint pain can occur because of a variety of conditions. Those conditions differ considerably in severity; some cannot be cured but meaningful relief is possible. In other cases we can be pain-free with full mobility in a matter of weeks. All of them, however, require a smart treatment plan and the guidance of a licensed physical and occupational therapist in Manchester, MO like those at Axes. The most common causes of joint pain include:

Arthritis

Arthritis is a broad term that includes several different diagnoses. Most people with arthritis have what is called osteoarthritis, which occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones wears down. It typically occurs with old age, repeated trauma, or overuse.

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

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 allowing the joint to move with greater ease. Physical therapy is an aspect of arthritis treatment along with medications, supplements, and topical treatments. The Manchester, MO physical therapists at Axes will in concert with you and your physician to come up with a comprehensive treatment plan aimed at getting you back to the things you enjoy.

Bursitis

Bursitis leads to joint pain when the fluid-filled sacs lining your joints become swollen and cannot cushion the joint as well. It can be the result of overuse, a blow to the joint, repeated motions, or, rarely, infection. The majority of bursitis cases involve the shoulder, hip, elbow, and knee. Effective flexibility and strength exercises, coupled with rest along with patient education can help prevent further trauma and rebuild strength and flexibility in the joint. 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 irritated. It is caused by actions involving repetitive motions such as landscaping work. It can also occur a sudden sports injury. It’s most common 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 tears, a physician may advise surgery.

Sprains and Tears

Sprains occur when a ligament is stretched or torn as a result of twisting, landing awkwardly, or a blow to the area. Tears cause joint pain 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 like rotator cuff tears and ACL tears can cause significant pain and profoundly impact your ability to perform daily activities.

If you have joint pain that won’t go away, come to Axes for one of our free injury screenings with one of our joint pain experts in Manchester, MO. If what’s causing your joint pain requires surgery, we can be part of your pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation plan.

How Physical Therapy in Manchester, MO Can Help Your Joint Pain

We assess each Manchester, MO patients as an individual, so we’ll cater your treatment based on the root causes and degree of your joint pain, your age, how your pain affects your ability to work, and the your desired activity level. We’ll work with you to show you safe and effective exercises that you can perform at home after your treatment plan is completed, so you can continue to manage any future pain and prevent future flare-ups.

While most of us are hesitant to try and do anything that might lead to more joint pain, in reality not moving affected joints the pain and stiffness may only get worse. At Axes, our Manchester, MO physical and occupational therapists know what they’re doing; we know how to help you increase mobility and strength without causing further pain. We can also help you learn how to lessen the burden put on your joints with posture correction and other techniques.

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

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

Check out the links below to see what other services we offer in Manchester, MO:

• Neck Pain Treatment
• 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

Joint Pain Relief in Manchester, MO | Axes Physical Therapy

While joint pain, and other issues that require physical therapy, is a physical burden, it can also impact us emotionally by keeping us away from the things we enjoy. At Axes PT, every one of our professional Manchester, MO occupational and physical therapists is dedicated 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’ve been waiting to move on from your joint pain in Manchester, MO, contact Axes today or call the most convenient location for you.