Treatment for Joint Pain in Reno NV
Your joints help you move, and when your joints hurt, you may not want to move. When you suffer from joint pain, it can lead to inactivity, which can lead to weight gain and other issues. You can lose range-of-motion, which leads to permanent loss of function. Our Pain Management Physician can treat and help you manage joint pain, so you can get moving again.
Causes of Joint Pain
There are several factors which can cause joint pain, including:
- Aging
- Carrying excess weight or being obese
- Degenerative medical conditions including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Having a joint injury from an accident
- Having a joint injury from playing a sport
- Having a bone injury in the past
What You Can Do at Home To Get Relief From Joint Pain
For mild joint pain, you can try a few simple home remedies like these:
- Placing an ice pack or heating pad on the painful joint
- Taking over-the-counter pain and anti-inflammatory medication
- Staying active with gentle exercises and stretching
- Avoiding high-impact activities and trying swimming or yoga instead
- Maintaining a healthy weight to lower stress to your joints
What To Expect at Your Initial Appointment
At your first appointment, our Pain Management Physician will perform a comprehensive physical examination, which may include imaging studies and laboratory testing to determine whether joint damage or an underlying medical condition are causing your joint pain.
How Our Pain Management Physician Can Help With Joint Pain
Our Pain Management Physician has several ways to treat joint pain, including:
- Physical therapy and stretching to improve flexibility
- Rehabilitation to increase your strength
- Prescription anti-inflammatory medication
- Using assistive methods like braces or splints for support
- Regenerative joint therapy including stem cell, platelet-rich plasma, and tissue therapy
- Surgical therapy to repair or replace damaged joints
No matter whether you are dealing with acute or chronic joint pain, Reno Tahoe Pain Associates in Reno, NV can help you figure out what’s going on and provide you with the treatment you need to feel better. Call (775) 384-1127 to schedule a consultation.