Osteoarthritis Specialists in Bidhan Sarani, Kolkata, West Bengal

What is Osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, resulting from the gradual breakdown of protective cartilage that cushions the ends of bones within joints. As cartilage wears away, bones begin to rub against each other, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, most often in the knees, hips, hands, and spine. Unlike rheumatoid arthritis, it is a degenerative rather than autoimmune condition and tends to worsen slowly over years. It is closely linked to aging, joint overuse, and mechanical stress on the joints.

Causes of Osteoarthritis

Caused by the progressive wear and breakdown of joint cartilage over time, often accelerated by aging, obesity, repetitive joint stress from occupation or sport, previous joint injury, and genetic predisposition. Joint misalignment and muscle weakness can also increase mechanical stress on cartilage, hastening its deterioration.

Symptoms of Osteoarthritis

Joint pain that worsens with activity, stiffness especially after rest, reduced flexibility, grating or crackling sensation on movement, swelling around the joint, bone spurs, tenderness to touch, muscle weakness around affected joints

Treatment & Types of Osteoarthritis in Bidhan Sarani, Kolkata, West Bengal

Management focuses on pain relief and preserving function through NSAIDs, topical analgesics, and physical therapy to strengthen surrounding muscles. Weight management significantly reduces joint load, while intra-articular corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections can provide temporary relief; joint replacement surgery is considered for severe, disabling cases.

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