Understanding Arthritis Hey there! This is Dr Salam, I practice at the one care medical centre, an international orthopaedic hospital in Coimbatore. Our hospital offers among the most comprehensive medical management strategies for patients looking for arthritis treatment in Coimbatore. So, here is the thing, arthritis is a fairly common clinical condition that affects over 30% of individuals over 50 years of age. The typical symptom of arthritis is usually joint pain and stiffness that worsen with age. Osteoarthritis causes the cartilage to break and eventually wear down. Arthritis can be caused by infections, accumulation of uric acid crystals, lupus or other underlying diseases.
Treatments of course depend on the condition/type of arthritis. Arthritis also runs in families. Diagnosing arthritis:The diagnosis of arthritis is done by a combination of blood tests, physical exam and imaging. During a physical exam your doctor will usually check for joint swelling, redness, warmth and of course the range of motions. Lab tests will usually include analyzing body fluids, like blood, urine and joint space fluid. Imaging is fairly straightforward and includes X-Rays, CT, MRI and Ultrasound. X-rays are usually highly capable and will show bone damage, spurs, bone loss. X-rays can also help track disease progression well.