Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative process affects every person as a natural occurrance due to aging.
Degenerative process can be also a result of some conditions like joint instability, trauma, obesity, bad posture and sometimes sports activity.
Radiologic signs:
- joint space narrowing,
- osteophytosis,
- sclerosis,
- joint erosion,
- subchondral cysts,
- joint effusion,
- periarticular osteoporosis.
Symptoms:
- joint pain,
- limited range of motion,
- joint swelling,
Conservative treatment:
- losing weight,
- anti-inflammatory medicines,
- rehabilitation,
- aerobic exercise.
Interventions:
- hialuronic acid injections,
- steroid injections,
- PRP,
- prolotherapy,
Surgery:
- arthroscopy,
- replacement surgery
Doctor Marcin Goczewski performs all mentioned above interventions under ultrasound guidance.
