arthritis and stress…
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Arthritis and Stress…. By Jack Schetter. The Nature of Arthritis. Cartilage. Occurs within the joint (area where two bones meet) Inflammation of one or more joints Over 100 different types. Protects the joint Allows it to move smoothly Absorbs shock *Arthritis=Breakdown of Cartilage - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Arthritis and Stress…By Jack Schetter
The Nature of Arthritis
Occurs within the joint (area where two bones meet)
Inflammation of one or more joints
Over 100 different types
Protects the joint Allows it to move
smoothly Absorbs shock *Arthritis=Breakdown of
Cartilage Without it, bones rub
together Causes pain, swelling
(inflammation), and stiffness
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002223/
Cartilage
What Causes Arthritis?
Possible Causes include: An Auto immune disease
(Body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue)
Broken Bone General Wear and Tear Infection cause by
bacteria or virus
Common Types of Arthritis Include:
Gout Juvenile Rheumatoid
Arthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis Scleroderma
Signs and Symptoms include…
Joint Pain Swelling Stiffness Reduced Mobility Warmth Around the Joint Redness of the Skin
Around the Joint
Signs and Tests
Physical Exam checks for: Fluid around the joint Warm, red, tender joints Difficulty moving a joint Joint deformity
(swollen/misshaped) May have joint fluid sent
to a lab and evaluated
Who gets arthritis?
1.3 million people in US have it
Nearly three times as many women affected than men
Most commonly occurs from 30-60 years of age
Occurs later in life for men
Older teens can still get arthritis
300,000 children diagnosed with inflammatory arthritis
Occurs in all ethnic groups in EVERY part of the world
http://www.arthritis.org/who-gets-rheumatoid-arthritis.php
Stress in relation to Arthritis…Studies
Studies in lab rats have shown a relationship to stress and the development of arthritis
People have connected their involvement of arthritis with stress
Chronic arthritis adds to the stress of:
Pain Fatigue Depression Dependence (pain
mediation) altered finances,
employment social life self-esteem and self-
image.
Stress and Arthritis continued… Difficulties of chronic
arthritis causes more stress
Stress causes muscle tension, resulting in worsening arthritic symptoms
Worsening symptoms = More stress (vicious cycle continues)
Arthritis symptoms Increased Stress Worsened arthritis symptoms Causes more stress
Identify cause of stress Express thoughts and
feelings Manage your time Avoid depending on
drugs and alcohol Become mentally and
physically fit
Develop a sense of humor
Realize you can only change yourself, not others
Allow self to be Imperfect Practice Relaxation
techniques
Treatments for Arthritis help to… Reduce Pain Improve Function Prevent Further Joint Damage
Underlying causes cannot usually be cured
Main treatment = Lifestyle Changes
Life style changes include… Avoid staying in one
position for too long Get enough sleep (heal
body) Stress reducing activities
(yoga) Make things easily
accessible in house Eat healthy diet (Fish
oils, omega 3’s, micronutrient dense foods)
Medicationo Involve Riskso May be prescribed in
more serious caseso Over the counter drugs
(Aspirin, ibuprofen) help relieve pain
Arthritis Management
Exercise programs (low impact)
*Range of motion exercises (help flexibility)
Strength training to improve muscle tone
Physical Therapy (Heat and Ice, Message)
THE END!
Sources
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Eustice, Carole. "The Effect Of Stress On Arthritis." About.com Arthritis & Joint Conditions. About.com, n.d. Web. 06 Mar. 2013.
Staff, Mayo Clinic. "Definition." Mayo Clinic. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 02 Nov. 2011. Web. 06 Mar. 2013.
"Who Gets Rheumatoid Arthritis?" Who Gets Rheumatoid Arthritis? Arthritis Foundation, n.d. Web. 06 Mar. 2013.
"Arthritis-Related Statistics." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 01 Aug. 2011. Web. 06 Mar. 2013.