With osteoarthritis, degenerative-dystrophic changes develop, leading to deformation and destruction of joint tissue. Let's take a closer look at what are the degrees of this disease, what are their symptoms, what nutrition should be followed and how the treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip joint is carried out.
Why is the disease developing
Osteoarthritis develops due to such situations:
- When the joints are injured;
- The person is overweight;
- The hip joint is under excessive stress due to the peculiarities of the job;
- Congenital malformations of the joints;
- When the joints become inflamed;
- When hormonal changes occur in the body;
- When the bone is destroyed.
Symptoms of joint osteoarthritis
The symptoms of osteoarthritis of the hip joint are different for each degree of the disease:
- In the first degree of osteoarthritis, recurrent pain in the hip joint appears after physical exertion. After rest, they quickly disappear;
- With the second degree of osteoarthritis, the pain intensifies and becomes systematic. A person limps while walking. The muscles responsible for the motor function of the thigh weaken. Sometimes an x-ray can detect the appearance of cysts in the joint area;
- In the third degree of osteoarthritis, the patient experiences severe pain in the joints even when lying down. He cannot walk without a cane. The joint is not functional. The process changes a lot.
In order to understand the extent of the disease, the doctor should do a thorough examination of the patient and schedule an x-ray. You should also do an ultrasound of the affected joint and an arthroscopy.
What is osteoarthritis deformans
In addition to the usual osteoarthritis, deforming osteoarthritis of the hip joint, which in other words is also called coxarthrosis, is also common. Joint cartilage becomes thinner due to overuse and loses its function.
Coxarthrosis of the hip joint develops as well as osteoarthritis due to injuries, microcracks, joint overload, excess weight, prolonged stress, hormonal disturbances, joint inflammation, anomalycongenital femoral head.
Treatment of diseases of the hip joint
After carefully examining the patient and the results obtained, an experienced specialist understands how to treat osteoarthritis of the hip joint.
With conservative treatment, it is important to eliminate pain, increase joint mobility, improve cartilage nutrition, reduce pressure on the joint, activate circulationblood and strengthen surrounding tissues and muscles.
Treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip joint with drugs is based on taking vasodilators, muscle relaxants, chondoprotectors, as well as the use of ointments, gels or creams.
In addition, the first two degrees of osteoarthritis are treated with manual therapy, herbal medicine, physiotherapy, reflexology and gymnastics.
When third degree osteoarthritis is found in a patient, an operation is performed, in which the joint is replaced with a stent. In this operation, the prosthesis is implanted in the bones of the thigh and pelvis. After the surgery, the patient will need a long period of rehabilitation.
An important point!Treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip joint in the first and second degree should be comprehensive. No treatment method will bring the desired results.
It helps to massage painful joints. Massage is recommended after the complete elimination of acute pain sensations. After the operation, massage therapy can be performed only after removing the stitches. In this case, the massage should be performed only by a specialist, independent actions are strictly contraindicated.
Traditional medicine in the treatment of osteoarthritis
In the early stages of osteoarthritis, it is important to restore the motor function of the joint, as well as to try to load it as little as possible. It is necessary to treat osteoarthritis with folk remedies under the supervision of a doctor, be sure to take into account the features of the disease.
Treatment of osteoarthritis with folk remedies:
- Pour boiling water over the giant hogweed leaves and wrap them in cheesecloth. The cooled plant is applied to the painful joint;
- Alternately compress white and blue clay. To do this, the clay should be slightly diluted with water and achieve a homogeneous consistency, with which the painful joints are lubricated. Wrap the top with foil and a warm cloth. Keep it on overnight. The sutra is washed;
- To improve the production of intra-articular fluid and activate the recovery processes, it is useful to do a therapeutic massage with honey. For such treatment with folk remedies, honey is heated and melted in a water bath. The joint itself is warmed with a heating pad. Honey is rubbed in a circular motion. The duration of the massage does not exceed 15 minutes. After the procedure, the joint is wrapped with gauze in four layers and insulated with a cloth for three hours. After a while, the honey should be washed off with lukewarm water. The course of treatment is 10 times. The first three massages are carried out daily and the following ones every two days;
- Pour 200 grams of chopped larkspur roots with boiling water (10 liters). Take a bath for 10 minutes;
- Folk remedies approved the following recipe for the treatment of osteoarthritis. Mash the cabbage leaves a little and brush with the buckwheat honey. Apply to the painful joint and isolate with foil and a cloth. The compress should be done all night;
- Pour the celandine leaves (8 tablespoons) with olive oil (1 liter). Close with an airtight lid, let steep for 14 days in a warm place. Then strain and use to rub the joints and massage;
- Grind the washed burdock root. Mix it with honey and drink a tablespoon three times a day before meals;
- Celery (250 grams) should be mixed with lemons (150 grams) and garlic (125 grams). Put the resulting mixture in a jar and pour boiling water (3 liters). Leave the product warm until morning. Drink 70 grams 30 minutes before meals. In one course, you should not drink more than three three-liter cans of tincture. Before taking such a remedy, consult your doctor;
- Mix the pork fat (300 grams) with white bryony (200 grams). Simmer the mixture over a fire for five minutes. Cool it down. Rub the resulting ointment into the painful joints. Make sure to wrap the top with a warm cloth. The procedure is carried out at night. The ointment should be stored in a cool place;
- Mix one part juniper and goldenrod with two parts nettle, sage, horsetail, burdock root and elderflower. Also add sweet clover, dandelion, mint, fennel, purple flowers, birch leaves, and willow bark. 30 grams of the resulting mixture are poured with boiling water (500 milliliters) and placed in a warm place to infuse for at least 12 hours. Filter and drink 100 grams after meals. The meal is used as a compress for diseased joints. If you decide to drink an infusion such as tea, then you cannot drink more than two liters per day.
It is important to rememberthat it is impossible to treat osteoarthritis of the hip joints with folk remedies alone. It is important to listen to the advice of doctors and follow the treatment and medication.
Osteoarthritis and diet
Watching your weight is important for relieving your joints. If you have extra pounds, it is recommended to reconsider the diet. It must be balanced. The body must receive alkaline foods.
Nutrition for osteoarthritis should be as follows:
- Drink milk and fermented milk products;
- Satisfy your hunger with bone broth, berries, celery, white cabbage, birch sap;
- Eat honey, pollen, bee bread;
- Eat fresh vegetables and fruits;
- Eat cereals because they are high in fiber;
- Use grapefruit, pineapple, or orange juice to quench your thirst.
Pastries, smoked meats, spicy foods and animal fats are strictly prohibited. Do not eat tomatoes, beans, peas, oily fish and meat.
It is best to eat often, but in small portions.
Try to drink at least two liters of fluids per day.
The diet for osteoarthritis of the hip joint aims to restore cartilage tissue. Only a balanced diet will help the body to obtain all the building materials necessary for muscle mass.
It is important to eat enough healthy foods, without overeating, but clearly monitor what and how much you eat throughout the day.
Prevention of osteoarthritis
Prevention is better than cure. Therefore, it is recommended to take preventive measures that will help prevent the development of osteoarthritis:
- Newborn babies should be carefully examined by an orthopedist or surgeon. Since the earlier a congenital dislocation of the hip is detected, the more quickly and efficiently it can be cured;
- At the first signs of the disease, it is important to seek immediate medical attention and undergo all tests in order to diagnose osteoarthritis as soon as possible and to begin treatment;
- Adopt an active lifestyle;
- In addition to a balanced diet, it is important to take food supplements containing collagen. It is this component that acts on the articular cartilage and restores the articular-ligament apparatus.
Now you know what osteoarthritis of the hip joints is, its degree and its main symptoms. At the first suspicion of osteoarthritis, it is important to consult a doctor in order to quickly start correct and effective treatment.
In agreement with the doctor, you can perform therapy with folk remedies. Most importantly, don't self-medicate and take care of your health.