Arthritis
Arthritis causes joint inflammation, leading to stiffness, swelling, and restricted mobility. While mechanical wear-and-tear drives the most frequent forms, underlying causes range from autoimmune reactions to prior physical trauma.Primary Forms of ArthritisTypeRoot CausePrimary MechanismKey SymptomsOsteoarthritis (OA)Wear and tear / AgingDegeneration of protective cartilage causing bone-on-bone frictionLocalized pain, stiffness after inactivity, joint crepitusRheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Autoimmune responseImmune system attacks the synovial lining of jointsSymmetric joint swelling, morning stiffness lasting >1 hour, fatigueGoutMetabolic dysfunctionUric acid crystal deposits in the joint spaceSudden, severe pain flares (often big toe), intense rednessPsoriatic ArthritisAutoimmune responseJoint inflammation linked with the skin condition psoriasisSwollen fingers/toes (“dactylitis”), joint pain, skin patchesTreatment & Management SpectrumConservative Management: Anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs), targeted pain relievers, and lifestyle adaptations such as weight management to minimize joint loading.Physical Therapy: Custom exercise regimens designed to build supportive surrounding muscle tissue, maintain flexibility, and preserve full motion range.Surgical Solutions: When conservative measures fail to provide relief, procedures such as joint replacement (arthroplasty) or arthroscopy help restore structural stability and eliminate severe pain.Clinical Team & Specialized TreatmentsLead Specialist: Dr. Manohar Rao H R (Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement Surgeon)Surgical Interventions Available:Joint Replacements: Knee, Shoulder, HipArthroscopic Surgery: Knee, Shoulder, HipRegional Procedures: Foot & Ankle, Elbow, SpineSpecialty Care: Comprehensive Sports Injury Management
