The following features are indicative of Arthropathy:
swelling
joint stiffness
malaise
fatigue
tenderness
muscle weakness
decreased mobility
joint pain
loss of flexibility
grating sensation
bone spurs
weight loss
It is possible that Arthropathy shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Arthropathy
The following are the most common causes of Arthropathy:
increased uric acid levels
family history
overweight
deteriorated cartilage
previous joint injury
abnormal joint
abnormal limb development
inherited factors
Risk Factors for Arthropathy
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Arthropathy:
older age
previous joint injury
family history
obesity
genetic mutation in the HLA-DRB1 gene
bone deformities
Prevention of Arthropathy
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Arthropathy. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
maintain normal body weight
exercise regularly
apply heating pad
apply ice packs
Occurrence of Arthropathy
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Arthropathy cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Arthropathy most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged between 18-64 years
Common Gender
Arthropathy can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Arthropathy
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Arthropathy:
X-ray: To visualize bone and view cartilage loss, bone damage and bone spurs
CT scan (Computerized tomography): To visualize bone and the surrounding soft tissues
MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging): To produce more-detailed cross-sectional images of soft tissues
Ultrasound: To view soft tissues, cartilage and fluid-containing structures
Blood test: To evaluate the causes of joint pain
Joint fluid analysis: To determine the inflammation and pain in the joints
Physical examination: To examine the affected joint
Complications of Arthropathy if untreated
Yes, Arthropathy causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Arthropathy is left untreated:
twisted joints
deformed joints
severe joint pain
joint stiffness
Procedures for Treatment of Arthropathy
The following procedures are used to treat Arthropathy:
Joint replacement surgery: Removes the damaged joint and replaces it with an artificial joints
Joint repair: Reduces pain and improve function of joint
Joint fusion: Removes the ends of the two bones in the joint
Osteotomy: Cuts are made across the bone either above or below the knee to removes or adds a wedge of bone
Self-care for Arthropathy
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Arthropathy:
Exercise regularly: Strengthen the muscles surrounding joints
Lose weight: Reduces the stress on the weight-bearing joints
Quit smoking: Reduces stress on connective tissues
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Arthropathy
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Arthropathy:
Acupuncture: Reduce many types of pain, including that caused by some types of arthritis
Yoga: Improve joint flexibility and range of motion in people with some types of arthritis
Use glucosamine: Relieves arthritis pain
Massage: Increases blood flow and warm affected joints
Use avocado-soybean unsaponifiables dietary supplements: Prevents joint damage in case of knee and hip osteoarthritis
Regular physical therapy: Strengthen the muscles around joint, raises range of motion and lowers the pain
Occupational therapy: Relieves the pain
Patient Support for Treatment of Arthropathy
The following actions may help Arthropathy patients:
Patient education and support: Improves or maintain function and quality of life
