With arthrosis, degenerative-dystrophic changes develop, due to which deformation and destruction of joint tissues occurs. Let us take a closer look at the degrees of this disease, what are its symptoms, what diet should be followed and also how the treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip joint is done.
Why the disease develops
Arthrosis develops due to such situations:
- When the joints are injured;
- The person is overweight;
- The hip joint undergoes excessive stress due to the peculiarities of the work;
- 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 arthrosis
The symptoms of arthrosis of the hip joint are different for each degree of the disease:
- In the first degree of arthrosis, recurrent pain in the hip joint occurs after physical efforts. After rest, they disappear quickly;
- With the second degree of arthrosis, the pain intensifies and becomes systematic. A person limps while walking. The muscles responsible for the motor function of the thigh become weak. Sometimes, an x-ray can detect the appearance of cysts in the joint area;
- In the third degree of arthrosis, the patient feels severe pain in the joints, even when lying down. He cannot walk without a cane. The joint is not functional. The march changes a lot.
To understand the extent of the disease, the doctor must conduct a thorough examination of the patient and schedule an X-ray. You also need to have an ultrasound of the affected joint and an arthroscopy.
What is deforming arthrosis
In addition to common arthrosis, deforming arthrosis of the hip joint is also common, which in other words is also called coxarthrosis. Articular cartilage becomes thinner due to overuse and loses its function.
Coxarthrosis of the hip joint develops, as well as arthrosis due to injuries, microcracks, joint overload, excess weight, prolonged stress, hormonal disorders, joint inflammation, congenital anomaly of the femoral head.
Treatment of diseases of the hip joint
After carefully examining the patient and the results of the research, an experienced specialist knows how to treat osteoarthritis of the hip joint.
With conservative therapy, it is important to eliminate pain, increase joint mobility, improve cartilage nutrition, reduce pressure on the joint, activate blood circulation in it and strengthen the surrounding tissues and muscles.
The treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip joint with medication is based on the ingestion of vasodilators, muscle relaxants, condoprotectors, as well as the use of ointments, gels or creams.
In addition, the first two degrees of arthrosis are treated with manual therapy, herbal medicine, physiotherapy, reflexology and gymnastics.
When a third degree arthrosis is found in a patient, an operation is performed, in which the joint is replaced by an endoprosthesis. In this operation, the prosthesis is implanted in the thigh and in the pelvic bones. After surgery, the patient will need a long period of rehabilitation.
An important point!The treatment of arthrosis of the hip joint in the first and second degrees should be comprehensive. Any treatment method will not bring the expected results.
It is useful for massaging the joints. Massage is recommended after the complete elimination of acute pain sensations. After the operation, massage therapy can only be performed after removing the stitches. In this case, the massage must be done only by a specialist, independent actions are strictly contraindicated.
Traditional medicine in the treatment of osteoarthritis
In the early stages of arthrosis, it is important to restore the motor function of the joint, as well as 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 characteristics of the disease.
Treatment of arthrosis with folk remedies:
- Pour boiling water over the walnut leaves and wrap them in a cotton cloth. The cooled plant is applied to the aching joint;
- Make compresses alternately with white and blue clay. For this, the clay needs to be slightly diluted with water and reach a homogeneous consistency, with which the joints are lubricated. Wrap the top with aluminum foil and a warm cloth. Stay with him all night. The sutra is washed;
- To improve the production of intra-articular fluid and activate recovery processes, it is useful to have a therapeutic massage with honey. For this treatment with folk remedies, the honey is heated and melted in a water bath. The joint itself is heated with a heating pad. Honey is rubbed in a circular motion. The duration of the massage is not more than 15 minutes. After the procedure, the joint is wrapped in gauze in four layers and isolated with a cloth for three hours. After a while, the honey should be washed with warm water. The course of treatment is 10 times. The first three massages are performed daily and the subsequent on alternate days;
- Pour 200 grams of chopped larkspur roots with boiling water (10 liters). Shower for 10 minutes;
- Folk remedies have approved the following recipe for the treatment of osteoarthritis. Knead the cabbage leaves a little and brush with buckwheat honey. Apply to the aching joint and insulate with foil and cloth. The compress needs to be done all night;
- Pour celandine leaves (8 tablespoons) with olive oil (1 liter). Close with a tightly closed lid, let it ferment for 14 days in a warm place. Then stretch and use to rub the joints and massage;
- Grind the washed burdock root. Mix with honey and drink a spoon three times a day before meals;
- Celery (250 grams) should be mixed with lemon (150 grams) and garlic (125 grams). Place 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 medicine, consult your doctor;
- Mix the pork fat (300 grams) with white bryony (200 grams). Cook the mixture over a fire for five minutes. Calm down. Rub the resulting ointment on the aching joints. Make sure to wrap the top with a warm cloth. The procedure is performed at night. The ointment should be stored in a cool place;
- Mix one part of juniper and goldenrod with two parts of nettle, sage, horsetail, burdock root and elderberry flower. Also add a little sweet clover, dandelion, mint, fennel, violet flowers, birch leaves and willow bark. 30 grams of the resulting mixture is poured with boiling water (500 milliliters) and placed in a warm place for infusion for at least 12 hours. Strain and drink 100 grams after meals. Oilcake is used as compresses for diseased joints. If you decide to drink an infusion like tea, you will not be able to drink more than two liters a day.
It is important to rememberthat it is impossible to treat arthrosis of the hip joints with folk remedies only. It is important to listen to doctors' advice and follow treatment and medication.
Osteoarthritis and diet
It is important to monitor your weight to relieve your joints. If you have extra pounds, it is recommended to reconsider the diet. It must be balanced. The body must receive alkaline foods.
The nutrition for osteoarthritis should be as follows:
- Drinking milk and fermented dairy products;
- Satisfy your hunger with bone broths, berries, celery, white cabbage, birch sap;
- Eat honey, pollen, bee bread;
- Eat fresh fruits and vegetables;
- Eat cereals because they are high in fiber;
- Use grapefruit, pineapple or orange juice to quench your thirst.
Sweets, smoked meats, spicy foods and animal fats are strictly prohibited. Do not eat tomatoes, beans, peas, fatty fish and meat.
It is better to eat often, but in small portions.
Drink at least two liters of liquid a day.
The diet for osteoarthritis of the hip joint aims to restore cartilage tissue. Only a balanced diet will help the body obtain all the necessary building materials for muscle mass.
It is important to eat enough healthy food without overeating, but to clearly monitor what and how much you eat during the day.
Arthrosis prevention
Any disease is better prevented than cured. Therefore, it is recommended to take preventive measures that will help prevent the development of osteoarthritis:
- Newborn babies should be examined carefully by an orthopedist or surgeon. Once the earlier a congenital hip dislocation is detected, the faster and more efficiently it can be cured;
- At the first signs of the disease, it is important to go to the doctor immediately and do all the tests to diagnose osteoarthritis as soon as possible and start treatment;
- Have an active lifestyle;
- In addition to a balanced diet, it is important to take dietary supplements that contain collagen. It is this component that acts on the articular cartilage and restores the articulo-ligamentous apparatus.
Now you know what arthrosis of the hip joints is, to what degree it is and what are its main symptoms. At the first suspicion of osteoarthritis, it is important to consult the doctor to immediately start the correct and effective treatment.
According to the doctor, you can do therapy with folk remedies. Most importantly, don't self-medicate and take care of your health.