Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD), commonly referred to as osteoarthritis, is a chronic joint condition that causes pain, stiffness, and a limited range of motion. DJD is the most common form of arthritis, typically affecting weight-bearing joints, including the knees, hips, spine, and hands.
DJD develops due to the gradual breakdown of cartilage within the joints. Various factors can accelerate this degeneration, including:
Understanding these factors is key to managing DJD and taking proactive measures to slow its progression. Chiropractic care, combined with lifestyle modifications, weight management, and regular exercise, can all contribute to maintaining joint health and function.
DJD develops gradually and can have a significant impact on daily life. Common symptoms include:
Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive approach to managing DJD by enhancing joint function, alleviating pain, and enhancing mobility. Key treatments include:
Chiropractic care helps individuals with DJD manage symptoms, maintain mobility, and improve quality of life without relying on medication or surgery.
DJD is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, review of medical history, and imaging tests such as X-rays or MRIs to assess cartilage loss, joint space narrowing, and other changes in the bone.
Yes, chiropractic care can help by improving joint mobility, reducing pain, relieving muscle tension, and improving biomechanics and posture. Spinal and joint adjustments, along with soft tissue therapy and customised exercise programs, can aid in managing DJD symptoms.
DJD is a form of arthritis that results from mechanical wear and tear. Unlike inflammatory arthritis (such as rheumatoid arthritis), DJD is primarily caused by this degenerative process rather than immune system dysfunction.
To help manage DJD, maintaining a healthy weight, engaging in low-impact exercise, practising good posture, and following an anti-inflammatory diet may be beneficial.
While DJD cannot be reversed, proper management through chiropractic care, exercise, and lifestyle modifications can help slow its progression and improve joint function.
Treatment options include chiropractic care, physiotherapy, medications (such as anti-inflammatory drugs), lifestyle changes, and, in severe cases, surgical intervention like joint replacement.
If you experience persistent joint pain, stiffness, or limited mobility that affects your ability to perform daily activities, it’s time to consult a chiropractor. We can assess your condition and provide personalised treatment to help manage symptoms and improve joint function.
DJD most commonly affects weight-bearing joints, such as the knees, hips, spine, and hands. However, any joint in the body can undergo degenerative changes over time.
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