How is arthrosis treated? Can it be stopped? Medications and lifestyle modification

Treatment as such is hampered by the fact that the exact cause is unknown. Appropriate prevention is important, as well as lifestyle, enough exercise. The non-pharmacological approach emphasizes human instruction and regime measures (sports regulation, movement habits). Swimming and cycling are suitable.

Physical and exercise therapy is also important. Hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, magnetotherapy, laser, ultrasound, shock wave. In the case of overweight and obesity, weight adjustment is important.

Prosthetic aids, orthoses, support aids are also used. Acupuncture and alternative or homeopathic treatment have their place.

Of course, pharmacological treatment is important, especially for pain relief.

Medicines are also important to reduce the impact and complicate complications. What is to increase the quality of life and limit the progression of the disease. Analgesics, nonsteroidal antirheumatic drugs (NSAIDs), corticoids are used. And drugs from the SYSADOA group, glucosamine sulfate (GS), chondroitin sulfate (CHS), hyaluronic acid (KH), Diacerhein (rhubarb extract). Local treatment is also used, which complements other forms.

Initially, endoscopic surgery (arthroscopy) is possible with a minimum recovery time when the joint is flushed and small debris is removed. If surgical surgery is necessary, an example is a total artificial joint replacement, ie an endoprosthesis, the overall condition of the patient is assessed with regard to other diseases. Follow-up postoperative care and rehabilitation.