How many times have you heard doctors tell you that there is nothing we can do? They tell you that you’ve got arthritis and that there is no cure. If you haven’t heard it yourself, I bet you know a family member or friend who has. Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is one of the oldest and most common types of arthritis around. It is characterized by the breakdown of the joint’s cartilage. This is the part of the joint that cushions the ends of bones. It causes the bones to rub against each other. This causes pain and loss of movement. It most commonly affects middle-aged and older people. Osteoarthritis can range from very mild to very severe. It affects hands and weight-bearing joints such as the knees, hips, feet and the back.
There are many things that can cause osteoarthritis. Although age is a factor, research has shown that osteoarthritis can be prevented even with age. There Are Many Causes for osteoarthritis including: 1. Obesity – May lead to osteoarthritis of the knees due to excesses weight. 2. Joint Injuries – Sports, work- related activities or accidents may be put you at increased risk of developing Osteoarthritis. 3. Genetics – Plays a role in the development of Osteoarthritis particularly in the hands. Some people may be born with defective cartilage or with problems in the way that joints fit together. People with genetic disadvantages may develop early cartilage breakdown in the joint which could cause inflammation, a release of enzymes, and more cartilage damage. What if I told you arthritis has an explanation most doctors and scientists have completely overlooked? It may be possible to slow down the progression of arthritis and ease the pain? Would you be interested if I told you I have scientific proof to back it up?
If you’re not interested yet after you read these chilling statistics, I’m sure you will be. Osteoarthritis affects an estimated 20.7 million Americans. They are mostly after age 45. Eighty percent of people with osteoarthritis report some form of limitation in movement or activities. Knee osteoarthritis can be as disabling as any cardiovascular disease except stroke. Women are more commonly affected than men. Osteoarthritis is responsible for more than 7 million physician visits per year. As many as half the people who have osteoarthritis do not know what type of arthritis they have and cannot make informed decisions about their care because treatment options vary among the more than 100 forms of arthritis. Musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis cost the U.S. economy nearly $65 billion per year in direct expenses and lost wages and production.
Enough about that. Let me ask you a question: What happens to the wheels on your car if the alignment on the front end is messed up? They wear out… right? Not only do they wear out…they wear out FASTER than they should.
So what do you do when the front end of your car is out of alignment? You bring your car in and the mechanic lines it up. As soon as he does this, the abnormal stress on your tires is stopped and your tires stop wearing out abnormally. The same is true with your spine and the other joints of your body. The delicate joints in your spine can misalign causing them to either move unnaturally or get “stuck” and not move at all. Either way, this causes abnormal stress and strain or just like the tires on your car when the front end is out of alignment your joints wear out. This is osteoarthritis or degenerative arthritis!
How do I know this for sure? Glad you asked. Tapio Vidman, M.D. did extensive arthritis research and found that when he caused a joint to not work right, microscopic damage was detected within 24 hours and PERMANENT degenerative changes took place within 3 weeks! Basically, when your joints misalign and get “stuck,” arthritic changes begin to occur immediately and permanent, IRRIVERSABLE damage may be present within just 3 weeks. So…How Do You Fix This Problem?
Simple. Take a look at what you did when the front end of your car was out of alignment. You went to someone who specializes in detecting and correcting misaligned front ends on cars. Know this: Your mechanic didn’t put something in your gas tank or oil to try to “chemically” realign your wheels. No. That wouldn’t make sense. He simply realigned the wheels. Listen, the same is true with your body. What makes you think taking a drug or rubbing on a lotion will realign your joints? It won’t. Sure, powerful painkillers may mask the problem for a while…but…what happens when they wear off?
If you have misaligned joints, they will continue to degenerate and… Chiropractic Helps Align Misaligned Joints! In Your Hands, Knees, Ankles, Feet, Neck, Low Back, & You’re Entire Spinal Column! It makes your joints properly function; you will live a pain free life.
With what you’ve just read, doesn’t it make sense that routine Chiropractic care will also slow down…if not…halt much of the degenerative process and arthritis? Don’t Wait Until You Have Joint Pain, Before Seeking Chiropractic Care! Come IN Today And Discover How Much Better You Can Feel And Move With Chiropractic! And don’t forget, if you ever have any questions or concerns about your health, talk to us. Contact us with your, questions. We’re here to help, and don’t enjoy anything more than participating in your life long good health!
Want to find out more about arthritis, then visit Dr. Michael Pritsker, DC’s site on how to choose the best chiropractor for your needs.
