Joint Pain in Troy, MO. If immobilizing joint pain is making your life more painful then it used to be, the professional physical and occupational therapists of Axes PT is here to get you back to the activities in Troy, MO you love the most. Whether you have chronic pain, recently received a diagnosis, or had an awkward fall, we’ll work with you as a team to come up with a treatment plan that has been demonstrated to be successful that is personalized specifically for you to help considerably diminish your pain. Our practice is client-centered, and achieving positive, pain-free outcomes. If you want to get back to owning your local softball league, or just want to stand up and sit down without pain, get in touch with us us online or find the most convenient location for you.

Joint pain is debilitating for many Troy, MO residents. In the U.S., roughly one in four adults live with joint pain. While it can be severely debilitating, there is a way to manage it and make it go away. It’s a good idea to consult with a doctor to see if physical therapy is appropriate for you. While no remedy is 100% successful for 100% of the population, physical therapy has countless people with joint pain get back to the activities they love. Contact Axes for for a no-obligation injury screening and to be referred to a physician.

Understanding Joint Pain | Troy, MO Physical Therapy

The human body has hundreds of joints, but they all join bones together. There are three classifications of joints:

1. Synarthrosis joints are immovable, meaning they connect bones but cannot move, such as the joints in your skull.
2. Amphiarthrosis joints provide partial movement, such as the vertebrae in the back.
3. Diarthrosis joints, also called synovial joints, make most of the motions our bodies make possible. Examples are your shoulder knee. There are six categories of diarthrosis joints:
   1. Pivot, which allows rotary movement around a single axis
   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 flexion, extension, and circular motions
   5. Saddle, which permits the same movements as condyloid joints
   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 linked by 360 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 the joint cavity synovial joints and tendon sheaths. It produces synovial fluid, a thick liquid that acts as a lubricant and reduces friction between the joint and bone.
• Ligaments — Ligaments are bands of tough connective tissue that connect two bones together and provide stability. For example, the the calcaneofibular ligament on the outside of your ankle prevents your foot from rolling inwards.
• Tendons — These are also durable connective tissue that attaches muscles and bones and allow us to move our limbs.
• Bursae — These are fluid-filled sacs between bones and surrounding tissues that act as a cushion and reduce friction as the different parts of a joint interact with each other.
• Joint Cavity — This is the space between bones that holds the cartilage and synovial membrane.

Our brain sends us pain signals when we are injured to tell us that something is wrong. When you suffer 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 do something about it. Demonstrably effective physical therapy in Troy, MO is often needed to address the issue.

Why We Feel Joint Pain | Troy, MO Physical Therapy

Joint pain can occur because of a variety of conditions. Those conditions differ significantly in severity; some are not completely curable but symptoms can be slowed down. In other cases joints can fully recover in a matter of weeks. All of them, however, require a well founded treatment plan and the care of a professional physical and occupational therapist in Troy, MO like those at Axes. Some conditions and events that can result in joint pain include:

Arthritis

Arthritis is a general term for several conditions that cause joint pain. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones wears down. It generally occurs with old age, repeated trauma, or overuse.

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

While there is no cure for arthritis, pain and stiffness 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 Troy, MO physical therapists at Axes will in concert with you and your physician to come up with a personalized treatment plan aimed at bringing piece and mobility back to your everyday life.

Bursitis

Bursitis causes joint pain when the bursae become inflamed and cannot protect the joint as well when it’s moved. It can be caused by overuse, a blow to the joint, repeated movements, or, in some rare cases, 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 future flare-ups 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 around the joint become swollen or damaged. It is caused by tasks involving repetitive motions such as shoveling. It can also occur a sudden sports injury. Most cases of tendinitis involve the shoulders, heels, elbows, and knees. Physical therapy will slowly strengthen and lengthen 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 extended or torn as a result of falling, landing on uneven ground, or direct force to the joint. Tears are when a ligament, tendon, or muscle is ripped. While you may be able to recover from a sprain in a few weeks, the recovery time is much longer with tears. Tears like rotator cuff tears and ACL tears can cause significant pain and profoundly impact your ability to perform daily tasks.

If you have joint pain that won’t go away, consider one of our free injury screenings with one of our joint pain professionals in Troy, MO. If your joint pain is severe enough to require surgery, we’ll work with you to create a personalized pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation plan.

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

No one Troy, MO resident’s joint pain is exactly like someone else’s, so your specific treatment plan will be based on the cause and severity of your joint pain, how old you are, how your pain affects your ability to work, and the your desired activity level. As we progress through your rehabilitation, we’ll show you exercises you can perform at home safely, so you can continue to manage any future pain and prevent future flare-ups.

While most of us don’t want to try and do anything that might cause more joint pain, in reality not moving affected joints the pain and stiffness may only get worse. At Axes, our Troy, MO physical and occupational therapists are pros; we do not take any risks that might make your symptoms worse. We can also help you learn 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 Troy, 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 Troy, 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 Relief in Troy, MO | Axes Physical Therapy

While joint pain, and any kind of pain, can take a physical toll, it can also affect us mentally by keeping us away from the things we enjoy. At Axes PT, our entire team of professional Troy, MO occupational and physical therapists is dedicated to getting you back to the activities you love. We believe the best way to get our patients back to optimal health and a pain-free life is by working with them as a team and implementing treatment plans tailored specifically to them. Everything we do has been proven to be effective. If you’re finally ready to be free of your joint pain in Troy, MO, contact Axes today or call the most convenient location for you.