Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. It affects the whole joint including cartilage, bone, muscles and ligaments. In most cases, there is no identifiable cause for knee or hip OA but increasing age, joint abnormalities and excessive joint loading can increase the risk of OA. OA is influenced by different factors such as family history, obesity, diabetes, lower limb alignment, joint shape, trauma and inflammation by metabolic syndromes. OA usually develops slowly. In younger people, it can develop due to previous trauma.
The most common symptoms of osteoarthritis include, but are not limited to:
Cairns osteoarthritis treatment is available through our professional physiotherapists. There is strong scientific evidence showing exercise therapy is effective in improving joint motion, decreasing pain and improving strength and function. Our Cairns physiotherapists can help to improve your function and everyday life. We use different methods to decrease your pain, including hands-on treatment, and prescribe exercises to improve joint motion and muscle strength. We’ll empower you, providing education and self-management techniques.
