Arthritis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain and discomfort in the joints. People with arthritis often wonder if the pain persists even when resting. In this blog post, we will discuss the common type of arthritis that causes resting pain, why it occurs, and what you can do to alleviate the symptoms.
The most common type of arthritis that causes pain even when resting is Osteoarthritis. This condition occurs when the cartilage, the cushioning tissue in the joints, breaks down. As a result, the bones rub against each other, causing pain and stiffness. When you rest, the weight on your joints reduces, and the bones do not move much. However, the reduced movement of bones can cause the stiffness to worsen, leading to more intense pain even when resting.
Apart from Osteoarthritis, people who have Rheumatoid arthritis and Psoriatic arthritis can also feel pain and stiffness when resting. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that causes inflammation in the joints, leading to pain and swelling. Similarly, Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects people who have psoriasis, leading to joint pain and inflammation even when resting.
If you have arthritis and feel pain even when resting, there are several things you can do to alleviate the symptoms. The first is to engage in gentle exercises that improve the mobility of your joints. Exercises such as walking, swimming, and yoga can help reduce the stiffness of your joints, leading to less pain when resting. Additionally, applying heat or ice to painful joints can reduce the swelling and inflammation, reducing the pain even when resting.
As a physiotherapist or chiropractor, you can also help patients suffering from arthritis to manage their symptoms. You can recommend massages and stretching exercises that can improve the joint mobility, leading to less pain even when resting. Additionally, you can recommend lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy weight, using assistive devices, and taking medications to manage the pain and inflammation.
In conclusion, arthritis can indeed cause pain and discomfort even when resting. The most common type of arthritis that causes resting pain is Osteoarthritis, which occurs when the cartilage in the joints breaks down. However, through gentle exercises, joint mobility can improve, leading to less pain even when resting. As physiotherapists and chiropractors, we can help people with arthritis manage their symptoms through massage therapy, stretching exercises, and lifestyle changes. Remember that seeking medical attention early can help manage the symptoms and improve your quality of life.
If you have any questions or would like to explore further, please book a free, no-charge online appointment with either myself, Dr. Tyler Baron, BASc, DC or another Kitchener chiropractor at CARESPACE. We are happy to listen and are here to help!
