Osteoarthritis and Remedial Massage

Sometimes called degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis, osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common chronic condition of the joints, affecting many Australians. OA can affect any joint, but it occurs most often in knees, hips, lower back and neck, small joints of the fingers and the bases of the thumb and big toe.

Osteoarthritis is a disease that affects the whole joint including bone, cartilage, ligaments and muscles.

It may include:

• Inflammation of the tissue around a joint
• Damage to joint cartilage
• Bony spurs growing around the edge of a joint

Osteoarthritis is a progressive disease; signs and symptoms gradually worsen over time. There is no cure.

Cause of Osteoarthritis:

Osteoarthritis also known as degenerative or “wear-and tear” arthritis, it is more common among female than males, especially after the age of 50years. Younger people may also be affected; usually after an injury or as a result of another joint condition.

Symptoms of  Osteoarthritis:

• Tenderness or pain(when walk, or bear weight)
• Stiffness (especial in the morning)
• Swelling in the joint

Benefit of  Remedial Massage for Osteoarthritis

• Improving circulation
• Reduce swelling
• Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles
• Increase joint flexibility
• Reduce pain