Joint pain refers to discomfort, aches, and soreness in any of the body’s joints, often resulting from an illness or injury.
Common Causes And Symptoms
- Common causes include arthritis, injuries, inflammatory diseases, cancer, or wear and tear due to age or overuse.
- Symptoms that require management include persistent or severe joint pain, swelling, warmth, tenderness, or reduced range of motion.
Diagnosis And Treatments
- Diagnosis involves a physical examination, patient history, and potentially imaging tests like X-rays or blood tests.
- Conservative treatments include rest, ice, compression, elevation, pain relief medications, and physical therapy.
- Interventional treatments can include steroid injections, regenerative treatments, nerve blocks, or radiofrequency ablation.
Treatment Goals
- The goal is to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, improve joint function, and enhance the patient’s quality of life.