Arthritis
Arthritis Care in Grand Junction, CO
Arthritic change on an X-ray does not decide how you feel. Motion, strength, and load management often make a larger difference than the image suggests.
Short answer
Arthritic change on an X-ray does not decide how you feel. Motion, strength, and load management often make a larger difference than the image suggests.
Understanding
What Arthritis Is
Osteoarthritis describes wear-related change in the joint surfaces. It is common with age and frequently present in people who feel fine.
Inflammatory arthritis is a different category and is co-managed with your physician. Distinguishing them matters, and the examination looks for the difference.
Symptoms
What patients commonly describe
Stiffness after rest that eases with gentle movement
Aching that tracks with activity level and weather changes
Reduced range in a specific joint
Good days and bad days rather than a steady level
Contributors
What can contribute
Years of load and previous injury
Restricted motion in neighboring joints
Reduced muscular support around the joint
Long periods of inactivity
Our approach
How this is evaluated and cared for here
Care follows the examination. Nothing on this page is a treatment recommendation for your case.
Care aims at keeping joints moving and comfortable. Adjusting technique is matched to the joint and to your tolerance, and lower-force options are used where appropriate.
Laser therapy and soft tissue work are used for symptom relief, and referral is made when medical management is indicated.
Meet your chiropractor
Meet Dr. Dean Younker
Dr. Dean Younker took over Peak Performance in 1997 and has cared for patients in Grand Junction ever since. He earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Northern Colorado and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland University in Kansas City. He is a member of the Colorado Chiropractic Association and the Grand Junction Chiropractor Association.
“Because no two patients are the same, here at Peak Performance, we take the time to listen to each patient. We then develop a personalized treatment plan. Our promise is to help you live your life better.”
FAQ
Common Questions
Can chiropractic reverse arthritis?
No. Care targets comfort, motion, and function rather than the structural change itself.
Is adjusting safe with arthritis?
With appropriate technique selection, conservative care is commonly used for arthritic joints. That selection is made after your examination.
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Medical disclaimer
This page is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Results vary from person to person and no outcome is guaranteed. Always speak with a qualified provider about your own situation, and call 911 for a medical emergency.
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