General Joint Pain & Arthritis

What Is Arthritis?

Joint pain and arthritis are incredibly common, affecting people of all ages and limiting the ability to enjoy life’s simple pleasures—from walking the dog to pursuing hobbies. At Liberty Pain Care, we believe you shouldn’t have to settle for a life restricted by pain. Our advanced, non-surgical treatments go beyond masking discomfort, targeting the root causes to restore long-term joint function and mobility.

Arthritis is an umbrella term for over 100 conditions that involve joint inflammation. The most common form, osteoarthritis, results from cartilage wear and tear. We focus on minimally invasive therapies that manage arthritis without major joint replacement surgeries.

Common Causes of Joint Pain

Osteoarthritis (OA): Degeneration of cartilage that leads to bone-on-bone friction, affecting knees, hips, and spine.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune condition causing joint lining inflammation. We co-manage with rheumatologists and provide pain interventions.
Post-Traumatic Arthritis: Develops after injuries like fractures or ligament tears.
Bursitis: Inflammation of bursae sacs near joints, especially in hips, shoulders, and knees.
Tendinopathy: Overuse-related tendon inflammation causing joint-area pain.

Symptoms to Watch For

Persistent deep aching in joints, worse with activity.
Morning stiffness or after long rest.
Swelling, warmth, or redness around joints.
Grinding, clicking, or catching sensations.
Pain that interrupts sleep or daily function.

How We Diagnose Joint Pain

Physical Examination: Assessing mobility, stability, and tenderness.
Imaging: X-rays for bone/cartilage issues; MRI or ultrasound for soft tissues.
Diagnostic Injections: Numbing agents injected under imaging to confirm the pain source.

Comprehensive Treatment Options

Physical Therapy: Improve mechanics and muscle support.
Corticosteroid Injections: Anti-inflammatory relief directly to affected joints.
Viscosupplementation: Gel shots for knee OA to improve lubrication and reduce friction.
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA): Disrupts sensory nerves to relieve pain in hips and knees—lasting up to a year.
PRP Therapy: Uses your blood platelets to repair cartilage and reduce inflammation.
Stem Cell Therapy: Promotes regeneration and reduces inflammation for long-term joint health.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can you reverse arthritis?

Not completely, but regenerative therapies can slow its progression and improve function.

2. Best exercises for joint pain?

Swimming, cycling, water aerobics, and walking are ideal low-impact activities.

3. How many injections are needed?

It depends on your condition—some require one, others a series.

4. Are treatments covered by insurance?

Most interventional treatments are; regenerative therapies may require out-of-pocket costs.

5. Will arthritis spread to my other knee?

It’s not guaranteed, but biomechanical and genetic factors may contribute to symmetry over time.

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