At WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital, we aim to provide the highest quality joint replacement care for the people of the Ohio Valley. We pride ourselves on staying at the forefront of joint replacement technology and techniques. In addition to providing excellent surgical care, our goal is to make the total joint replacement experience as worry free for our patients as possible.
WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital offers a variety of comprehensive solutions for people with chronic joint pain cause by arthritis. We remind patients that there is no need to live in pain, and a simple consultation can provide a wide variety of answers.
Our joint specialists provide a full array of joint care options – from non-surgical treatments and primary joint replacements to revision surgeries. We offer the following surgical treatments for adult reconstruction, including:
- Primary Total Knee and Hip Replacements
- Partial Total Knee Replacements
- Rosa Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacements
- Complicated revisions of failed Total Knee and Total Hip Replacements
Investigating the Causes of Joint Pain
Joint pain is a condition that can significantly affect your quality of life, making it essential to understand its causes. Common joint pain causes include inflammatory conditions, injuries, overuse, infections, diseases, and other factors. By understanding why joints hurt, you can make informed decisions about your health, seek the right treatment options, and manage your condition effectively. Whether you’re experiencing joint pain or want to help someone who is, WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital can provide the necessary information to help best understand the issues.
Common Reasons Why Joints Hurt
Joints hurt due to various reasons, including certain medical conditions. Two primary joint pain causes are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects cartilage in the joints. Over time, cartilage wear and tear can lead to arthritis pain, stiffness, and swelling in affected joints such as knees, hips, and spine.
Contrarily, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease causing inflammation in the joints when the immune system mistakenly attacks the joint lining. This results in arthritis pain, swelling, and stiffness, affecting multiple joints throughout the body, including the hands, wrists, and feet.
If your joints hurt, it’s crucial to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate joint pain treatment. At WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital, our orthopedic team of bone and joint experts provides comprehensive care for joint pain and related conditions, offering a range of treatment options including medication, physical therapy, and minimally invasive procedures.
How Inflammatory Conditions Cause Joint Pain
Inflammatory conditions can also be significant joint pain causes. Understanding these conditions can help in the effective treatment and management of arthritis pain. Conditions like Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Lupus can cause joint pain.
If your joints hurt due to an inflammatory condition, seeking professional help is essential. At WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital, our team of highly skilled orthopedic experts specializes in diagnosing and treating various inflammatory conditions that cause joint pain. We offer comprehensive care and personalized joint pain treatment plans to manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Joint Pain Causes: Injury and Overuse
Injury and overuse are other causes that make joints hurt. Sports injuries, repetitive strain injuries, and fractures can all lead to joint pain.
If you’re experiencing joint pain, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional for a diagnosis and appropriate joint pain treatment. At WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital, our experienced team of orthopedic specialists provides comprehensive care for joint pain and related conditions. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and find relief from your joint pain.
Appointments and Directions
WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital
1 Medical Park
Wheeling, WV 26003
Phone: 304-243-3252