Arthritis

Joint pain, stiffness, or swelling that won’t subside may indicate more than just normal aging. These symptoms might point to arthritis, a common condition that affects people of all ages. While it can be frustrating to manage, you can rely on Cindy Crosby, MSN, FNP, CCRN, CRNI, and the team at Bioinfusion Center in Farmington Hills, Michigan, to help relieve your pain. They can determine the root cause and address your condition with IV infusion therapy. Call today to learn more or book an appointment online.

What is arthritis?

Arthritis is a general term used to describe inflammation of the joints. It includes more than 100 distinct conditions that affect your joints, tissues around your joints, and other connective tissues. 

The most common types are:

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is caused by wear-and-tear on your joints.

Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease where your body’s immune system attacks your joints. 

Arthritis can affect people of all ages ,but is most common in older adults.

What causes arthritis?

The cause of arthritis varies depending on the type, but the condition involves several key factors. In addition to osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, other contributing factors include:

• Infections that can trigger joint inflammation
• Genetics, as some types of arthritis run in families
• Obesity, which places added stress on weight-bearing joints
• Joint injuries or repetitive motion that lead to long-term damage
• Autoimmune diseases, which affect how the body responds to its tissues

Some causes are out of your control, while others may be related to your lifestyle or past injuries. Your Bioinfusion Center provider can learn about the root cause of your arthritis to tailor your treatment and provide prevention strategies.

How does IV infusion therapy treat arthritis?

The Bioinfusion Center team offers IV infusion therapy as a treatment option for certain types of arthritis, especially autoimmune types like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. These infusions deliver powerful medications directly into your bloodstream to reduce inflammation and slow your immune system’s attack on the joints.

The most commonly used infusion medications are biologics, which are targeted drugs that block specific parts of your immune system involved in the inflammation process. By targeting these pathways, infusion therapy can reduce joint pain, swelling, and stiffness and may help prevent further damage.

The team can administer infusions every few weeks and monitor the process closely to ensure safety and effectiveness. Combined with physical therapy, exercise, and healthy habits, infusion therapy can be a helpful part of managing arthritis symptoms and maintaining a more active lifestyle.

If you suffer from arthritis, turn to the experts at Bioinfusion Center. They can help you feel better in no time. Call or book an appointment online today.