What is osteoarthritis?

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What is osteoarthritis? by
Dr. Erik Bendiks
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Spinal osteoarthritis treatment What is spinal
osteoarthritis?
Before understanding spinal osteoarthritis, it is
important to understand what osteoarthritis is.
What is osteoarthritis?
It is a condition which is known as degenerative
joint disease. in this condition, protective
cartilage which cushions the tops of the bones
wear down or degenerates. This can cause pain as
well as swelling. Also there is high possibility
it might cause the development of bone spurs or
osteophytes.
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What is spinal osteoarthritis?
being dependent on others. It is a condition in
which breakdown of the cartilages of the discs
and joints in the lower back and neck occurs.
Sometimes, it osteoarthritis of the spine can
also cause spurs that pressurize the nerve
leaving the spinal column. This, in turn, can
lead to pain and weakness in the legs or arms.
Spinal osteoarthritis treatment can improve the
condition of patient so that he can perform daily
activities without
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Who can suffer from spinal osteoarthritis?

• Generally, older people have high chances of
  suffering from osteoarthritis of the spine.
  Younger people might suffer from this condition
  because of different causes
• A genetic defect involving cartilage
• Trauma or injury to a joint

Symptoms of osteoarthritis of the spine
Spinal osteoarthritis might cause pain or
stiffness in the back or neck. In addition, it
might also cause numbness or weakness in the arms
or legs in case it is severe to affect the spinal
cord or spinal nerves itself. Most patients
suffering from this condition find comfort while
lying down. While some people find it difficult
to accomplish day to day tasks, others become
disabled.
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If you notice or experience any of the above
slated symptoms then without having to think
twice, consult spine surgeon specialist in
Atlanta like Dr. Erik Bendiks who provides the
most effective treatment for the condition. For
spinal osteoarthritis treatment, you can count
upon him without thinking twice.
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