Joint Pain in Wildwood, 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 Wildwood, MO you love the most. Whether you are experiencing chronic pain, recently received a diagnosis, or were injured by trauma, we’ll form a dedicated team with you to create an evidence-based treatment plan that is catered exactly to you to help you return to your pain-free life. Our practice based on giving you, the client, a remarkable experience. If you want to get back to owning your local tennis league, or just want to stand up and sit down without pain, get in touch with us us online or find the closest location for you.

Joint pain is limiting for many Wildwood, MO residents. In the United States, about a quarter of adults experience joint pain. While it can be severely limiting, meaningful relief is possible. It’s a good idea to consult with a doctor to see if physical therapy is appropriate for you. While no remedy is guaranteed to make everyone entirely pain free, physical therapy has countless people with joint pain improve their daily lives. Contact Axes for for a no-obligation injury screening and to be referred to a physician.

Understanding Joint Pain | Wildwood, MO Physical Therapy

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

1. Synarthrosis joints are immovable, help provide stability by holding bonds together, such as the sutures in your head.
2. Amphiarthrosis joints are partially moveable, such as the distal joint between the two shin bones.
3. Diarthrosis joints, also called synovial joints, make most of the motions our bodies make possible. Examples are your shoulder knee. There are six classes of diarthrosis 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 flexion, extension, and circular motions
   5. Saddle, which also allow for side to side and circular movements
   6. Ball-and-socket joints allow the highest freedom of movement and including rotational mobility

A human adult has 206 bones which are fastened by 360 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. Its purpose is to act as a shock absorber.
• Synovial membrane — This membrane lines the inner capsules of 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 durable connective tissue that connect bone to bone 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 similar in substance to ligaments that attaches muscle to bone.
• Bursae — These are fluid-filled sacs between bones and surrounding tissues that act as a cushion and reduce friction when you move your joints.
• 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 the joint cannot function properly Your brain wants you to do something about it. Demonstrably effective physical therapy in Wildwood, MO is often get your brain to quite down and stop sending you pain signals.

Why We Feel Joint Pain | Wildwood, MO Physical Therapy

There are numerous factors that can result in debilitating joint pain. Those conditions can range in severity; some cannot be cured but symptoms can be alleviated. Other times joints can be made healthy in a matter of weeks. All of them, however, require a well founded treatment plan and the guidance of a knowledgeable physical and occupational therapist in Wildwood, MO like those at Axes. The most common causes of joint pain include:

Arthritis

Arthritis is an umbrella term that includes several different diagnoses. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and 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 are also associated causes.

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

While there is no 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. Physical therapy is an aspect of arthritis treatment along with medications, supplements, and topical treatments. The Wildwood, MO physical therapists at Axes will work directly with you and your doctor to come up with a comprehensive 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 reduce the friction between parts of the joint. It can be caused by overuse, a blow to the joint, repeated motions, or, rarely, infection. It most commonly occurs in the shoulder, hip, elbow, and knee. Safe physical therapy treatments along with patient education can help prevent more bursitis down the road and rebuild strength and flexibility in the joint. Taking precautions and following a treatment plan can return you to normal in a few weeks.

Tendinitis

Tendinitis can be a joint pain culprit when the tendons around the joint become inflamed or injured. It can happen with actions involving repetitive motions such as gardening. It can also occur a sudden sports injury. Most cases of tendinitis involve the shoulders, heels, elbows, and knees. Physical therapy will help safely strengthen and elongate the tendon to reduce the risk of further injuries. If a tendon tears, a physician may advise surgery.

Sprains and Tears

Sprains happen when a ligament is stretched or torn as a result of twisting, buckling, or direct force to the joint. Tears transpire when a ligament, tendon, or muscle is ripped. While after most sprains you can be back to normal in a few weeks, tears often require many months to recover from. Tears like rotator cuff tears and ACL tears can cause immense pain and profoundly impact your ability to perform daily tasks.

If you’re experiencing joint pain, take advantage of our free injury screenings with one of our joint pain experts in Wildwood, MO. If your joint pain is severe enough to require surgery, come to us for your pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation plan.

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

We treat each Wildwood, MO patients as an individual, so we’ll cater your treatment based on the root causes and level of your joint pain, how old you are, your occupational needs, and the activities you want to enjoy in the future. 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 Wildwood, MO physical and occupational therapists understand what it takes to get positive patient outcomes; we do not take any risks that might make your symptoms worse. We can also help you learn how to better protect your joints with posture correction and other techniques.

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

While joint pain, and any kind of pain, is a physical burden, it can also affect us emotionally by not allowing us to live the life we want. At Axes PT, our entire team of experienced Wildwood, MO occupational and physical therapists is dedicated to seeing you be able to participate in 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. All of our treatments have been confirmed with studies. If you’re finally ready to be free of your joint pain in Wildwood, MO, contact Axes today or call the most convenient location for you.