Every year, millions and millions of Americans suffer from osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis. And for these suffering patients, traditional medicine often fails to provide any relief. Many of them toil away trying to deal with unnecessary pain. Here at Greg Maruki Acupuncture, our trained practitioners apply acupuncture and other alternative forms of medicine to offer osteoarthritis patients the help they need. Let us tell you more.
What is osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. This particular condition occurs when the protective layer that cushions the ends of the bones wears down as part of regular wear and tear. Osteoarthritis can damage any joint in the body, but the disorder affects joints in the hands, knees, hips, and spine the most.
When someone suffers from osteoarthritis, damage to the joints can’t be reversed, though symptoms can sometimes be managed. Which is where alternative medicine and acupuncture come in.
Symptoms of osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis symptoms usually start off slow and worsen over time. Signs and symptoms include:
- Pain: affected joints typically hurt during movement
- Stiffness: joints can feel stiff usually after waking up or following periods of being inactive
- Tenderness: applying light pressure might make joints feel tender
- Loss of flexibility: patients usually lose full range of motion
- Grating sensation: patients also experience a grating sensation when they use their joints
- Bone spurs: extra bits of bone sometimes form near the affected joint
- Swelling: tissue around the affected joint sometime swells
How acupuncture can help
Acupuncture can sometimes do nothing short of a miracle. This form of alternative medicine dates back to ancient China and other contemporary corners of the world. It consists of strategically inserting small needles into different parts of the body, which then stimulates oxygen flow in the blood. Acupuncture can help with a variety of conditions and symptoms, including osteoarthritis.
Your treatment will consist of a 60 to 90 minute acupuncture session, depending on specific needs and conditions. We will conduct tests for the first half of the session before coming up with a treatment plan tailored exclusively for you. For some people, the relief will be immediate, while for others, it will take a few sessions.
Why Greg Maruki
While there are dozens and dozens of providers in the Orange, California area, there is no one like Greg Maruki Acupuncture. Our office has many years of experience delivering quality care and making patients happy. In addition to being highly trained, our office can also work with your insurance provider to make our services as affordable as possible. Learn more by getting in touch today: 714-532-2827.
