Joints are where the bones of your body meet. Joints are what allow for a free range of motion. Your shoulders, hips, knee, and elbows are all joints. When it comes to joint pain, people may experience soreness, discomfort, and even aches in any part of the joints. It is a very common complaint that may require treatment, but not a trip to the hospital. If you are experiencing joint pain in Scottsdale, AZ, the chiropractic professionals of Secrest Family Chiropractic are ready to assist you.

Causes of Joint Pain

There are many potential causes of joint pain, the most common of which is arthritis. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two main types of arthritis. The former is more commonly seen in people over the age of 40. It progresses slowly and can affect your knees, hips, hands, and wrists. The latter affects 1.5 million Americans, more women than men. Over time, it can debilitate and deform the joints. It causes fluid buildup, inflammation, and pain.

Other causes of joint pain include:

• Gout
• Lupus
• Bursitis
• Hepatitis, influenza, and mumps
• Injury
• Infection of the joint or bone
• Joint overuse
• Cancer
• Rickets
• Sarcoidosis
• Osteoporosis
• Fibromyalgia

Common Symptoms of Joint Pain

There are many instances that joint pain will prompt you to visit your doctor. You should go see your doctor if you are unsure of what’s causing your joint pain and have other unexplained symptoms. Alongside joint pain, you may experience tenderness, swelling, and skin that is inflamed and warm to the touch. You may also limp, have your joints lock up, and entirely lose the ability to move a single joint. 

Diagnosing Joint Pain

A physical exam is usually conducted to diagnose joint pain alongside some questions to narrow down particular causes. An x-ray may be performed to help analyze any joint damage. A blood test may be ordered if your doctor suspects some other cause of your joint pain such as an autoimmune disorder.

Chiropractic Treatment

Chiropractic care may be the answer to your joint pain issues. Our chiropractor will assess your musculoskeletal system to determine the root cause of your joint pain before creating a chiropractic care plan to address it. Some of the most commonly performed adjustments include adjustments of the ankles, knees, elbows, shoulders, neck, wrists, and back. Exact chiropractic adjustments will depend on the source, location, and severity of your pain and immobility.

Contact Our Chiropractor for Joint Pain Treatment in Scottsdale, AZ

If you are looking for joint pain treatment in Scottsdale, AZ, contact Secrest Family Chiropractic today by calling (480) 994-4411.