
Joint Pain Doctor in New Jersey
Joint Pain & Osteoarthritis
At Spine and Joint Pain Center, our lineup of joint pain doctors and specialists are here to get you back on your feet. We have the knowledge and experience to diagnose and treat many common causes of joint discomfort, including osteoarthritis. Handling these problems sooner rather than later is the best way to take back control of your body.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a slow-progressing joint inflammation that can result from cartilage degeneration. Stiffness in a joint after getting out of bed or sitting for a long time with a crunching feeling or the sound of bone rubbing on bone are common symptoms. It is painful and can negatively influence lifestyle, bringing on depression and a sense of helplessness, and finances, as treatment options can be expensive. OA is the most common form of arthritis, even more common as age increases. Nearly 27 million Americans older than 25 years of age have OA. By 2030, nearly 20% of Americans (approximately 72 million people) will surpass 65 years of age and be at high risk for OA.
OA onset at where joints occur, most commonly affecting the hands and finger-ends, neck, lower back, knees, and hips . It is also a very common cause for falls in the elderly. It leads to weakened bone and muscle strength, and this can severely worsen the effects of a fall on an elderly person.
Musculoskeletal pain has varying symptoms and causes, knee pain , shoulder pain and hip pain elbow, rotator cuff injury, heel injuries, etc. More common types of pain include: Bone pain, Muscle pain,Tendon and ligament pain, Fibromyalgia. and Joint pain. Many people believe pain is just a part of getting older and that they just have to "grin and bear it." But pain is not necessarily something you have to live with--it's okay to admit that you have pain and to take action to relieve it.
Pain doesn't have to be a part of daily life. By taking action to reduce pain, you may find that even routine tasks like bending, reaching, and stretching that have become difficult are suddenly manageable again. Our professional team of joint pain doctors in New Jersey is here to help you return to the life you deserve. Schedule an appointment today at one of our three convenient locations to learn more about our pain relief and rehabilitation services.