Arthritis
A condition characterized by the damage and eventual breakdown of cartilage in the joints and degeneration of the bones that make up the joints.
What Is Arthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and affects millions of Australians. It is a condition characterized by the damage and eventual breakdown of cartilage in the joints and degeneration of the bones that make up the joints. In the foot, the disease most frequently occurs in the big toe, although it is also often found in the midfoot, subtalar joint and ankle.
What Causes Arthritis?
- Genetics
- Weight
- Injury and overuse
- Biomechanics
- Medical conditions
How Do We Treat Arthritis?
To manage your OA pain in the feet we usually recommend a combination of conservative options before looking at surgery.
- Weight loss
- Continued Activity
- Supplements
- Orthotic devices
- Footwear Changes
- Hands-on therapy
- Steroid injection
- Surgery
For help with arthritis, call us on 08 7120 6063 or book online with our experienced team at Leading Edge Podiatry.