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12-03-2009, 03:57 AM
Let's say you have osteoarthritis - perhaps the most frequent disorder of locomotors system. It is often treated with a surgical procedure to clean out debris in the joint, using a tiny scope inserted directly into the knee. However more and more researches point out fact that the surgery works, but no better than other treatments. Dr. Kalousek is a rheumatologist from Spa-resorts.cz says - surgery doesn't stop the arthritic process.
Interestingly American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) encourages patients to consider physical therapy as an effective non-surgical option for treatment of osteoarthritis.
Doctor Kalousek confidences that beside health SPA treatments (http://www.spa-resorts.cz/eng/index.php) everyone can protect joints from osteoarthritis or for sure slow its progression simply by following suggestions:
-Reduce weight. Just remember that every kilogram lost reduces the load exerted on the knee for each step by 4 pound.
-Get active. Training strengthens the muscles around joints, which can prevent cartilage from wearing down.
-Stay straight. Good position protects the neck, back, hip and knee joints.
-Don't stay immobile when sitting. Changing positions can reduce joint and muscle stiffness.
-Lift carefully. Use your biggest and strongest joints and muscles when carrying & lifting to avoid straining smaller joints.
-Take a rest. Rest between periods of heavy activity to avoid repetitive stress on joints that can accelerate wear and tear.
In other words therapeutic treatment is a good option of surgical operation in many cases!
Interestingly American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) encourages patients to consider physical therapy as an effective non-surgical option for treatment of osteoarthritis.
Doctor Kalousek confidences that beside health SPA treatments (http://www.spa-resorts.cz/eng/index.php) everyone can protect joints from osteoarthritis or for sure slow its progression simply by following suggestions:
-Reduce weight. Just remember that every kilogram lost reduces the load exerted on the knee for each step by 4 pound.
-Get active. Training strengthens the muscles around joints, which can prevent cartilage from wearing down.
-Stay straight. Good position protects the neck, back, hip and knee joints.
-Don't stay immobile when sitting. Changing positions can reduce joint and muscle stiffness.
-Lift carefully. Use your biggest and strongest joints and muscles when carrying & lifting to avoid straining smaller joints.
-Take a rest. Rest between periods of heavy activity to avoid repetitive stress on joints that can accelerate wear and tear.
In other words therapeutic treatment is a good option of surgical operation in many cases!