Question 1

what exactly is inflamed in arthtitis?

Accepted Answer

Joints: Arthritis is inflammation of  joints.

Question 2

have arthritus , i wake up in the morning my body is stiff, what can i do?

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See details: If this is a minor issue, then do nothing. If you need to take something, try tylenol (acetaminophen). If it is more serious, get it evaluated.

Question 3

what can i do if my husband has arthritus in his back now nerve is being pinched?

Accepted Answer

Radiculopathy: A pinched nerve in the spine is called a radiculopathy. This can be assess by a careful neurological examination. An MRI may be required.

Question 4

what is  giant cell arteritus?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation arterie: Giant cell arteritis often effects the arteries of the temple/ head . It causes inflammation in the lining of the arteries & can lead to symptoms like head or jaw pain, visual changes, or even stroke.

Question 5

what are the early signs of arthritus?

Accepted Answer

Usually it is of-: -invidious onset. Joint stiffness after inactivity or sleep. Also the day after strenuous use. It then just becomes worse, &amp; ends up with pain during activity as well as being worse the next bat, then limping, contracture. Luckily now treatment is usually started early using NSAIDS for symptom relief &amp; to slow down the process. Also now TJA are now available instead of not avail yrs ago.

Question 6

can severe arthritus develope into mrsa?

Accepted Answer

No link there.: There's no direct causal link between severe arthritis and infection with MRSA.

Question 7

are there specific exercises for neck arthritus?

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Neck arthritis: Gentle stretch of extension, flexion, lateral bend, lateral rotation, as well as shoulder shrugs. Watch your posture.

Question 8

can neck arthritus radiate down the entire back?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Neck arthritis will radiate towards the shoulders and occasionally into the upper arms.

Question 9

have neck arthritus my back is stiff, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis: Warm applications and if you're able to take nsaids(ibuprofen, naproxen) with food and the use of liniments, these measures  may help. When the neck is particularly uncomfortable, wearing a soft neck collar intermittently to "rest" the neck may help flareups. Your md will advise you if there are causes of discomfort like disc problems.

Question 10

i have severe neck arthritus what can i do for it?

Accepted Answer

no pillow at  night: Get your pcp to order physical therapy. With stiff necks try soft cervical collar.

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