Arthritis Treatment in Dubai

You can get rid of the pain by

• Medications – to be taken or applied topically
• Heat and cold pack – Heating pads or ice packs may help relieve arthritis pain
• Exercise – Regular exercise can help keep joints flexible
• Weight loss – Reduce extra stress on weight-bearing joints by shedding some weight

The cost of arthritis treatment depends on various factors like disease progression and severity. The treatment costs may be high, so it’s better to consult a Dr Rik to get more clarity on Arthritis treatment in dubai.

Arthritis is caused due to inflammation of the joints. 

Osteoarthritis happens when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down. This happens with age due to wear and tear or overuse of joints. It mainly affects the fingers, knees, and hips. Sometimes osteoarthritis follows a joint injury. 

Rheumatoid arthritis is caused when the body’s immune system starts attacking the body’s own tissues. Gout is caused by the buildup of crystals in the joints. Some types of arthritis can be linked to genes. Consult Dr Rik for arthritis treatment in dubai & joint space Dubai.

Rheumatoid arthritis can be one of the most painful types of arthritis. This inflammatory, autoimmune disease attacks healthy cells causing pain and swelling in the joints, like hands, wrists, and knees. It affects joints, surrounding tissues, and organs. 

Yes. When arthritis gets chronic, it can cause spurs to form on the bones, trapping the nerve and resulting in numbness. The result may be nerve pain, muscle spasm, tingling or numbness.

Joint popping or craking is the sound made by rubbing joint surfaces. The cartilage wears down with age, making the surface between your joints rough when rubbed. The sound may come from the popping of nitrogen bubbles in the joint space. 

Knuckle “cracking” has not been shown to be harmful or beneficial. There is no evidence that indicates cracking knuckles causes damage, such as arthritis in the joints. 

Arthritis is diagnosed based on the patient’s medical history, physical examination, X-rays, and blood tests. A patient may suffer from more than one form of arthritis simultaneously. The doctor performs a physical exam to check your joints for swelling, redness and warmth. X-rays may show joint changes and bone damage found in some types of arthritis.

Most primary care doctors can treat osteoarthritis, but sometimes a specialist is needed.

Orthopaedists are doctors who treat injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system, including osteoarthritis.

Rheumatologists specialize in musculoskeletal diseases and autoimmune conditions. They treat all types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis.

Common Arthritis treatment in dubai include

• NSAIDs – Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
• Counterirritants – Some creams and ointments contain menthol or capsaicin that may temporarily override your feeling of pain. 
• Steroids – Corticosteroid medications, such as prednisone, reduce inflammation and pain and slow joint damage. 
• DMARDs – Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) can slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis and protect the joints and surrounding tissues from further damage.