Living With Osteoarthritis

Do you suffer from chronic knee or hip pain, stiffness or swelling?
It may be due to osteoarthritis (OA), a common joint disease that is characterized by wear and tear on a joint, whereby the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time. It can occur along one side of a joint or the entire joint, causing pain. The most commonly affected joints are in the hands, knees, hips and spine.

I have good news for you. There are ways to manage osteoarthritis. Conservative forms of treatment like weight loss, exercise and orthopaedic bracing can help reduce pain, improve joint function and slow the progression of this disease.

Braces or orthoses are wearable medical devices that work to support an affected joint and assist with pain reduction when standing or walking. These devices work to apply an unloading force to the affected side or entire area, thereby diminishing pain.

For example, a custom knee brace for unicompartmental osteoarthritis unloads the affected, painful side of the knee using a 3-Point Leverage System. The thigh and calf shells account for two points of leverage, while the dual straps provide the third. This system “unloads” the pressure from the affected area, providing a reduction in OA knee pain. 

It’s time to embrace your future and get back to living and being active. Book a consultation today to explore your care options.