Introduction
Physical Therapy in Hazle Township for Knee
Welcome to FYZICAL Hazleton's patient resource about Osteoarthritis of the Knee.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common problem for many people after middle age. OA is sometimes referred to as degenerative, or wear and tear, arthritis. OA commonly affects the knee joint. In fact, knee OA is the most common cause of disability in North America. In the past, people were led to believe that nothing could be done for their problem. Now there are many ways health professionals like Physical Therapists can treat knee OA so patients have less pain, better movement, and enhanced quality of life.
This guide will help you understand:
- how OA develops
- how OA of the knee causes problems
- how doctors treat the condition