What exactly is arthritis?

Arthritis is joint inflammation that can cause stiffness or pain 

Symptoms:

• **Joint Pain
• Joint Swelling
• Joint Stiffness
• Redness and Warmth
• Limited Range of Motion
• Fatigue
• Weakness and Muscle Atrophy
• Joint Deformities
• Fever and General Malaise

Causes:

• Genetic Factors
• Autoimmune Reactions
• Wear and Tear on Joints
• Infection
• Metabolic Abnormalities
• Uric Acid Buildup
• Joint Injury
• Aging
• Hormonal Changes

The most common form of arthritis is Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Gout, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) and Lupus Arthritis.

Patients can also benefit from Physical and occupational therapy in which they will learn how to better manage everyday tasks. They will also receive practical advice from their occupational therapist on which aids and equipment to buy. This can help them manage their fatigue and improve their quality of life.

If you are looking for a good physical or occupational therapist, our team here at Reddy Care Physical and Occupational therapy has got you covered. We have expert physical and occupational therapists that can help you manage your arthritis symptoms. Give us a call to find out more! 

Great Neck: 475 Northern Blvd., Ste.11, Great Neck, NY 11021  Tel. (516) 829.0030

Farmingdale: 309 North West Dr., Farmingdale, NY 11735   Tel. (516) 420.2900

Woodbury: 150 Woodbury Rd., Woodbury, NY 11797   Tel. (516) 367.1111

Deer Park: 2024 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park, NY 11729   Tel. (631) 243.0247

North Shore Towers: 272-78 Grand Central Pkwy., Floral Park, NY 11005  Tel. (516) 344.0030

Bayside - Aquatic Therapy: 208-32 Cross Island Pkwy., Bayside, NY11360  Tel. (718) 224.8480

Oceanside: 2421 S Long Beach Rd., Oceanside, NY 11572  Tel. (516) 992.2282

New York City: 250 West 93rd Street, New York, NY 10025 Tel. (212) 580.0125

Bay Shore: 1470 Sunrise Highway Bay Shore NY, 11706 Tel:(631)-446.1480

Amityville: 565 Albany Ave Amityville NY, 11701 Tel:(631)-532.0906

 In-Home Physical & Occupational Therapy (Home Care): Tel: (516) 829.0030 

*Home therapy servicing Long Island, Queens, Staten Island, Brooklyn, the Bronx & Manhattan*

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Written by:

Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT

President

Reddy Care Physical Therapy

Reddy Care Occupational Therapy

Reddy Care Aquatic Therapy

Author

Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is an outstanding specialty service providing exceptional care and state-of-the-art treatments for the residents of Farmingdale and Great Neck, New York. The combination of innovative exercise programs, manual therapy, and technology together with the expertise of every member of the team enables Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy to provide services that ensure superior clinical outcomes and consistently high patient satisfaction.