Joint Pain in Owensville, MO. If immobilizing joint pain is making it difficult to do the things you enjoy or just complete daily tasks, the qualified physical and occupational therapists of Axes PT is here to get you back to the activities in Owensville, MO you love the most. Whether you suffer from chronic pain, recently received a diagnosis, or had an awkward fall, we’ll form a dedicated team with you to come up with a proven treatment plan that is personalized specifically for you to help you return to your pain-free life. Our practice based on giving you, the client, an extraordinary experience. If you want to get back to owning your local basketball league, or just want to tie your shoes without pain, reach out to us us online or find the closest location for you.

Joint pain is a problem for many Owensville, MO residents. In the U.S., roughly a quarter of adults suffer from joint pain. While it can be severely restrictive, 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 therapy will work for everyone all the time, physical therapy has shown widespread success for people with joint pain. Contact Axes for for a no-obligation injury screening and to be referred to a physician.

Understanding Joint Pain | Owensville, MO Physical Therapy

The many joints in human anatomy have many shapes, sizes, and purposes, but they all share the function of connecting bones together. There are three classes of joints:

1. Synarthrosis joints are immovable, meaning they connect bones but cannot move, for instance the joints in your skull.
2. Amphiarthrosis joints are partially moveable, for example the vertebrae in the spine.
3. Diarthrosis joints, also referred to as synovial joints, make most of the motions our bodies make possible. Examples are your wrist knee. There are six classifications of synovial joints:
   1. Pivot, which permits 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 side to side and circular movements
   5. Saddle, which also allow for sideways and circular movements
   6. Ball-and-socket joints allow the highest degree of movement and including rotational mobility

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

• Cartilage — Cartilage 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, lubricating egg white-like substance that reduces friction when you move your joints.
• Ligaments — Ligaments are bands of durable connective tissue that connect bone to bone, hold them in place, and help you move properly. For example, the the calcaneofibular ligament on the outside of your ankle prevents your foot from rolling inwards.
• 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 in the middle of the joint and is filled with the synovial fluid.

Our brain sends us pain signals when we are injured to let us know that something is wrong. When you suffer joint pain, that means some part of the innerworkings of your joint are damaged and cannot function as intended Your brain wants you to do something about it. Demonstrably effective physical therapy in Owensville, MO is often get your brain to quite down and stop sending you pain signals.

Common Causes of Joint Pain | Owensville, MO Physical Therapy

There are several conditions that can cause immobilizing joint pain. Those conditions differ significantly in severity; some are not totally curable but pain can be alleviated. In other cases joints can be made healthy in less than a month. All of them, however, require an optimal treatment plan and the stewardship of a qualified physical and occupational therapist in Owensville, MO like those at Axes. The most common causes of joint pain include:

Arthritis

Arthritis is an umbrella term for several conditions that cause joint pain. Most people with arthritis suffer from osteoarthritis, which occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones breaks down. 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 wherein your immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue, most often in the joints.

While we have yet to find a a cure for arthritis, pain and other symptoms can be managed with safe and practical physical therapy by reducing the stress placed on the joint with improved strength and flexibility. In addition to physical therapy, treatment for arthritis often includes medication and, in some cases, surgery. The Owensville, MO physical therapists at Axes will form a team with you and your doctor to put together a personalized treatment plan with the objective of bringing piece and mobility back to your everyday life.

Bursitis

Bursitis leads to joint pain when the bursae become swollen and cannot reduce the friction between parts of the joint. It can be the result of overuse, injury, 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 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 causes joint pain when the tendons around the joint become swollen or irritated. It can happen with tasks that require repetitive motions such as shoveling. is also a common sports injury. It’s most common in the shoulders, heels, elbows, and knees. Physical therapy will gently strengthen and elongate the tendon to reduce the risk of further injuries. If a tendon is ruptured, it may require surgery.

Sprains and Tears

Sprains cause joint pain when a ligament is stretched or torn due to twisting, landing awkwardly, or direct force to the area. Tears transpire when a ligament, tendon, or muscle is ripped. While after most sprains you can be back to normal in a few weeks, recovering from a tear is much more difficult. Tears like rotator cuff tears and ACL tears can be extremely painful and profoundly impact your ability to perform basic tasks.

If joint pain is keeping you from the activities you love, take advantage of our free injury screenings with one of our joint pain professionals in Owensville, MO. If a physician tells you you need surgery, we can be part of your pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation plan.

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

No one Owensville, MO resident’s joint pain is exactly like someone else’s, so we’ll cater your treatment based on the underlying reasons for and degree of your joint pain, how old you are, 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 further injuries.

While it may seem natural to avoid movements that cause joint pain, in reality not moving affected joints the pain and stiffness may only get worse. At Axes, our Owensville, MO physical and occupational therapists are pros; we will help you increase mobility and strength without causing further pain. We can also help you learn how to reduce strain on joints with posture correction and other techniques.

Depending on you, your joint pain, and your needs, we may use the following treatments in Owensville, 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 Owensville, 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 Owensville, MO | Axes Physical Therapy

While joint pain, and any kind of pain, is a physical hardship, it can also impact us mentally by keeping us away from the things we enjoy. At Axes PT, every one of our professional Owensville, MO occupational and physical therapists is dedicated to seeing you be able to participate in 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 Owensville, MO, contact Axes today or call the most convenient location for you.