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Patients goal is to return to his weekly basketball games, he has improved with his balance...

Patients goal is to return to his weekly basketball games, he has improved with his balance and gait. However, he states his pain continues but not as severe, the discomfort level started at a 8/10 and is now at a 4/10 and but it seems to have moved into his groin area. You decide it is time for an orthopedic consult. Dad goes for an x-ray which reveals that he has joint changes indicative of OA. Based on that diagnosis, describe in detail how and why you would apply the principles of management for this degenerative joint disease for your Dad

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Osteoarthritis symptoms can usually be managed, although the damage to joints can't be reversed. Staying active, maintaining a healthy weight and some treatments might slow progression of the disease and help improve pain and joint function.

There are many non-surgical treatments for degenerative joint disease. Most sufferers of osteoarthritis try a variety of options to ease symptoms, including icing, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroid injections, therapy, bracing, massage, and acupuncture.

Treatment for individuals with degenerative joint disease may include the use of anti-inflammatory medications, palliative pain relief medications, and orthopedic devices such as braces and walkers.

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  1. Curcumin (from turmeric root) Evidence suggests the turmeric root has anti-inflammatory properties. ...
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