Learn about chiropractic for arthritis

arthritisAccording to the National Health Survey of 2017-18, 1 in 7 Australians have some form of arthritis. That’s 3.6 million people in Australia suffering from a form of the disease. You might think of someone with arthritis as an elderly person, when in fact, these illnesses can build up slowly over time and affect many different age groups. Arthritis is one of the major reasons people over 50 years of age seek chiropractic care.

What are the most common kinds of arthritis in Australia?

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Gout.

Osteoarthritis of the spine is also known as degenerative joint disease or spondylosis. Some other people also call it ‘old age’ or ‘wear and tear’. Chiropractic may help the symptoms associated with this form of arthritis.

What are the most common symptoms?

  • Pain
  • Stiffness
  • Swelling
  • Redness and heat

Chiropractic treatment for Osteoarthritis

At Ryde Chiropractic we focus on helping you manage the symptoms of arthritis by improving mobility and increasing the function of your musculoskeletal system.

We tailor our care to your needs, the level of severity of your arthritis and your goals for your health.

YOUR CHIROPRACTIC CONSULTATION FOR ARTHRITIS

Your Consultation:

As there are many forms of arthritis, it is important to first diagnose which one that you have.

In this full consultation,  Dr. Anthony Leong (Chiropractor) will carefully listen to your problems and how they affect you, get a complete picture of your current health concerns, and answer any of your questions.

Dr. Anthony (Chiropractor) will then complete an orthopaedic, neurological and chiropractic examination and if necessary, refer you for bulk billed x-rays at a nearby radiology centre.  He will then assess your examination findings overnight and discuss them with you at your second appointment.  Usually your first appointment will include chiropractic treatment to help you move and feel better. We will design a personalised care plan for you to help you to help you reach your health goals.

If further testing or a multi-discplinary approach is necessary, we are happy to work with other health professionals to achieve the best results.

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