Joint pain is one of the most common types of pain patients face in Macomb County, interfering with their ability to work, stay active, and even get a good night’s rest. At Specialty Pain Management, our joint pain specialists are here to bring you treatment options that work to meet your individual joint pain management goals. We’ll take a closer look at some of our joint pain treatments in Michigan, treatable joint pain-causing conditions, and some of the other benefits you get when you come under the care of Specialty Pain Management.
What Could Be Causing My Joint Pain?
While there are several causes of joint pain, the most common is arthritis. Arthritis is a family of different diseases that cause joint pain, with some of the more common types including:
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Gout
While all three types of arthritis cause joint pain, they do so in different ways. We’ll take a closer look at how these conditions cause joint pain and the treatment options available to you at Specialty Pain Management.
Treatment for Osteoarthritis Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative arthritis, is by far the most common type of arthritis we treat in our Macomb County pain patients. This type of arthritis is caused by the gradual breakdown of cartilage, a soft tissue in the joints. As cartilage breaks down in the body, patients start to experience joint pain and other symptoms, such as:
- Joint stiffness
- Crunching or grinding sensations
- Pain that worsens with movement
- Decreased mobility and range of motion of affected joints
If osteoarthritis is determined to be responsible for your joint pain, our joint pain specialists will build you a treatment plan that may include:
- Activity modification and joint protection
- Medications
- Corticosteroid injections
- Physical therapy
- Interventional pain treatments (nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation)
If you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the past or suspect that osteoarthritis may be responsible for your joint pain, Specialty Pain Management is here to help!
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Joint Pain Treatments for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Another common cause of joint pain is rheumatoid arthritis. Unlike osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis is caused by an autoimmune disorder that causes the body’s immune system to attack healthy joint tissues mistakenly. This causes pain and other symptoms, including:
- Swelling of joints
- Redness around joints
- Weakness and instability of affected joints
- Fevers
The first step in treating rheumatoid arthritis is to ensure the condition is well-managed to prevent future flare-ups that can cause further joint damage. Once your rheumatoid arthritis is well managed, treatments can include:
- Biologic medications
- Corticosteroids
- Physical therapy
- Lifestyle changes
Our joint pain specialists at Specialty Pain Management bring decades of combined experience helping rheumatoid arthritis patients manage their joint pain and can do the same for you!
Joint Pain Treatments for Gout
Gout is another type of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in joints. Uric acid is produced by the body when we break down substances called purines that we get from a diet rich in certain types of foods, such as:
- Beef
- Lamb
- Pork
- Tuna
- Alcohol
If there is too much uric acid in the body, it can accumulate in joints, causing intense pain, often in the big toe joint. Specialty Pain Management can help you manage an active gout case and provide ways to prevent future flare-ups.
Find Relief From Joint Pain in Macomb County at Specialty Pain Management
Whether you’re dealing with arthritis or another cause of joint pain, Specialty Pain Management’s team of joint pain specialists is here to help! To get started with a tailor-made joint pain treatment plan in Macomb County, contact our team today to set up your first appointment.