Milwaukee's Osteoarthritis Pain Management
Normally, when two bones come together to form a joint, the ends of these bones are covered with a material called hyaline cartilage. This cartilage is very strong and helps the bones glide on one another when the joint moves. Over time, particularly when a lot of stress has been placed on the joint, the cartilage begins to wear down. In severe cases, the cartilage is actually worn away and you are left with bone rubbing against bone. This will result in pain and inflammation. Typically, osteoarthritis targets are feet, knees, hips, hands and the spine. When osteoarthritis affects the spine, it usually affects the discs and facet joints. If you are among the millions who suffer from osteoarthritis we do not have to tell you about pain. Nagging, persistent and at times unbearable pain is a way of life for you. For most of us, the search for pain relief is the ultimate goal.
For those who live with this debilitating disease, you are all too familiar with what the doctors have to say. You start by taking "over-the-counter" remedies (NSAIDS) to get temporary relief, but they may cause associated stomach ulcers or even liver damage if you take for long periods of time. Secondly, doctors may take more extreme steps by ordering cortisone (steroid) injections and/or prescribing COX-2 inhibitors (Vioxx, Celebrex, etc,) to decrease inflammation and give some pain relief. With these types of treatment, you are more prone to dangerous side effects like heart attacks and strokes and do nothing to treat the core of the problem. Thirdly, when you are in a severe stage of OA you will be referred to an orthopaedic surgeon who recommends a joint replacement and then physical therapy for a rehabilitation program.
First and foremost, we are seeking pain relief but also to address the medical problem by reducing, reversing or ending the progression of your OA. Follow these 4 tips to fight your OA: - Keep your weight under control - lowering your weight will decrease the compression forces on your joint. Proper diet for weight loss is important
- Exercise with low impact activities to burn calories (bike, pool, etc.)
- Consult a physical therapist for proper treatment, exercise and bracing
- Take supplements to promote and improve the health of your joints - Glucosamine, chondroitin, boswellin, blomelaine, omega 3&6, yucca, manganese ascorbate and vitamin A, C, and E. PROCare Physical Therapy of Milwaukee has many of these supplements available for purchase in our clinic.
Contact Info: Phone: (414) 282-9590 Fax: (414) 282-9348 Email: painfree@procarept.org
Office Hours:Mon - Thur: 7:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 7:00am – 6:00pm Located:6520 W. Layton Ave. Greenfield, WI • 53220 NEW LOCATION14999 W. Beloit Road, Suite BNew Berlin, WI 53151(414) 858-1360 Satellite Office: 7400 W. Rawson Ave., Suite 225 Franklin, WI 53132 What's New: !!!!!NEW LOCATION!!!!!We have recently opened our THIRD location.(see our "Success" page for pictures from our GRAND OPENING!)Visit us in NEW BERLIN at 14999 W. Beloit Road,Suite Bat the PRINCETON CLUBWe are offering all of our excellent Health and Wellness Treatment ServicesPLUS AQUA THERAPY.Very flexible hours available.CALL NOW FOR AN APPOINTMENT:(414) 858-1360.WE DO CROSSBOW EVALUATIONS!Download the permit from the DNR website, have your Doctor sign itand bring it to PROCare Physical Therapy. We are certified to do evaluations for injuredor impaired Bow Hunters. For more information,see our "Services, Other" tab or call today for an appointment. 
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Common Overuse Injuries in GolfOveruse injuries in the game of golf are very common. Pain in the low back, shoulders, hips and knees are all treated by our physical therapists. The most common reason for these overuse injuries is muscle dysfunction. We can treat your injuires AND teach you how to avoid reinjuring yourself! For more information see our article "Don't Let Back Pain Handicap Your Golf Game" under the "Services", "Other Services" tabs on this website. Private Pay Packages: New for 2010 we have created several pre-paid physical therapy packages. There are many reasons why a patient chooses to privately pay for physical therapy services. Click on the "Insurance" tab or call us for more information.  Click here for more information about Physical Therapists and how they can help you avoid surgery and reduce pain without medication. Your "Back Pain Specialists": Schedule an appointment so that we can get to the root of that back pain. Don't let it slow you down and stop you from living your life. "We've Got Your Back". Free Fall Risk Screening: Certain people are at high risk for accidental falls and should be regularly screened to help reduce the risk of injury. PROCare Physical Therapy of Milwaukee will do a FREE, NO OBLIGATION Fall Risk Screening for anyone who feels they may be at risk. Call 414-282-9590 for an appointment and we will do an assessment and make recommendations to help you avoid risk of injury from falls. 
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