Hips, Knees & Feet
Arthritis & Joint Pain
Arthritis does not mean you have to stop moving. Exercise is one of the best-supported treatments for osteoarthritis and joint pain. Physical therapy for arthritis in Commack, NY at Sunshine Physical Therapy helps you build strength around painful joints and stay active.
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis is wear in the joint’s cartilage and is the most common type. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that inflames the joints and is managed by a physician. Physical therapy has a role in both: it keeps joints moving and muscles strong. Rheumatoid arthritis physical therapy works alongside your doctor’s medical care.
People often say they have bone on bone changes. That phrase describes an X-ray, not your future. Many people with those changes improve with strengthening and activity changes.
Why exercise helps arthritis instead of hurting it
Stiff joints are helped by movement. Strong muscles share the load. Arthritis exercise starts at a level you can handle, then builds. We use therapeutic exercise and strengthening, joint mobilization, weight-bearing exercise, gait training and activity modification.
Arthritis in different joints
Knee
Knee arthritis is among the most common. See knee pain care.
Hip
Hip arthritis causes groin pain and stiffness. See hip pain care.
Hand and spine
Joint pain in the fingers is covered on hand and wrist pain; the spine on back pain.
Delaying surgery and getting ready for it
Some people can delay joint replacement with strengthening and activity changes, and some do eventually need it. Getting stronger first helps recovery either way. After surgery, see post-surgical rehab. Long-lasting pain beyond one joint is discussed on chronic pain. We can also help with walking aids and daily activity changes.
Next step
Arthritis care in Commack
Sunshine Physical Therapy is locally owned and operated at 297 Commack Rd in Commack, NY. We are accepting new patients and offer telehealth appointments.
We see patients in Commack, New York.