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Evidence Sport and Spine has the Experience to Manage Your Arthritis Pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you struggle with everyday activities due to the pain and inflammation of arthritis? Know that you aren\u2019t alone \u2013 arthritis affects more than 54 million adults in Canada. While arthritis has no cure, you can manage your symptoms, with physiotherapy at Evidence Sport and Spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The term \u201carthritis\u201d covers over 100 different conditions; however, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common. Osteoarthritis affects over 30 million Canadians, while rheumatoid arthritis impacts nearly 1.5 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people’s first symptoms of arthritis are achy, stiff joints. As the condition progresses, it begins to cause pain, inflammation, and reduced mobility. Arthritis can affect any of your joints, although the most commonly affected are the knees<\/a>, hips, hands, and spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arthritis, particularly at advanced stages, can severely limit your overall function and independence. Limitations such as poor mobility, reduced grip strength, and diminished fine motor skills will make it challenging to carry out simple, everyday tasks. Opening a jar, climbing stairs, and even getting out of bed can become more difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Physiotherapy, physiatry and massage at Evidence Sport and Spine offers a comprehensive, evidence-based solution to help manage arthritis pain and improve mobility. Our highly skilled physiotherapists & physiatrists<\/a> will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs, incorporating targeted exercises, manual therapy<\/a>, and education on joint protection strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We take a result-oriented approach to care, which means we focus on helping you see results. Too often, people worry they will worsen their condition if they do anything that hurts, but this isn\u2019t necessarily the case. Our team will provide scientifically-backed methods to help you improve your mobility, strength, balance, and coordination \u2013 so you can resume your active life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t let arthritis hold you back from doing the things you love. Schedule your first appointment with one of our specialists today!<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Most Common Types of Arthritis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With over 100 different types of arthritis, it can be overwhelming to navigate treatment options. Fortunately, our physiotherapists, physiatrists in North Calgary<\/a> and South Calgary, AB<\/a> are skilled in treating all types of arthritis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some of the common ones treated by our experts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Osteoarthritis (OA)<\/h6><\/span><\/div>

OA is by far the most common type of arthritis in Canada. A degenerative joint disease caused by the gradual breakdown of cartilage, it commonly impacts the knees, hips, hands, and spine, leading to symptoms like joint pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)<\/h6><\/span><\/div>

RA is an autoimmune disorder occurring when the body\u2019s immune system attacks joint tissue, leading to pain, swelling, and potential joint deformity. It often affects the small joints in the hands and feet, hindering daily activities like walking and grasping objects.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)<\/h6><\/span><\/div>

Affecting up to 30% of individuals with psoriasis, PsA is an inflammatory form of arthritis that can lead to joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. PsA often affects the hands, feet, knees, and spine, causing functional limitations in daily activities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)<\/h6><\/span><\/div>

A form of inflammatory arthritis affecting the spine, AS can cause pain and stiffness in the lower back, hips, and shoulders. Over time, this chronic condition causes the spine to fuse leading to a hunched posture, significantly affecting mobility and quality of life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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Every form of arthritis has its own particular symptoms and treatment requirements. Our physiotherapists and physicians are highly skilled in addressing those unique challenges to ensure you successfully manage your condition and regain as much function as possible. Through targeted exercise, manual therapy<\/a>, and more, we\u2019ll help you find the relief you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living with arthritis doesn\u2019t mean you have to stop being active. Reach out to Evidence Sport and Spine at (403) 455-0025<\/a> today to get started!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Searching for arthritis relief?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Try physiotherapy, physiatry or Injections in North Calgary<\/a> or South Calgary, AB<\/a>!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finding relief from arthritis pain and reclaiming your active lifestyle is possible with the help of our evidence-based approach to physiotherapy and pain management. We are actively involved in the latest research, bringing techniques to help Albertans reduce pain, improve mobility, and improve their overall quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At your initial appointment, we\u2019ll conduct an in-depth evaluation of your arthritis. We\u2019ll discuss your symptoms and review your medical history to understand your condition’s progression and specific challenges. In addition, we use a hands-on assessment to identify areas of pain, stiffness, and limited mobility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, we\u2019ll perform joint range of motion tests to evaluate joint health, strength tests to gauge muscle function, and movement screens to identify compensatory patterns or imbalances that might be causing additional impairments. And for those with arthritis in their lower extremities, we’ll perform a gait analysis to shed light on walking-related issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The reason we perform such a comprehensive assessment is so that we can develop a treatment plan customized to your exact needs. We\u2019ll pull from several different treatment approaches, including the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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