Ankle Osteoarthritis Medical Treatments | NYC Stem Cells

When lifestyle changes are not enough, non-surgical medical interventions can help ease the symptoms of ankle arthritis.

Physical Therapy:

A physical therapist of Pain Management in NYC can teach ankle osteoarthritis patient-specific exercises to stretch the ankle joint’s soft-tissues and build surrounding muscles, thereby increasing the support strength of the joint and making it less prone to further cartilage loss. In contrast to treatment for hip osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, which emphasizes physical therapy, little has been written regarding physical therapy for ankle arthritis. Generally speaking, a physical therapy program to treat ankle arthritis should progress gradually and take into account the patient’s specific needs and co-existing conditions.

Medications:

The medications of Best Pain Management in New York can be used to alleviate symptoms and slow the progression of ankle osteoarthritis. Doctor and patient should discuss medication in the context of the patient’s lifestyle, the severity of pain and medical history. Potential side effects and interaction with other drugs and vitamins/supplements should also be considered.