Arthritis Treatment servicing the areas of Norwalk, Stamford, New Canaan, and Darien, CT.
Arthritis Laser Treatment
Arthritis relief at the speed of light. Laser therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment that reduces inflammation, eases joint stress, and improves joint and cartilage function with minimal risk. This advanced therapy promotes natural healing, alleviates joint pain and stiffness, and enhances mobility.
If you want effective relief from arthritis symptoms and improved joint health, call 203-656-3636 today.
Arthritis Treatment Techniques at Core Health Darien
At Core Health Darien, arthritis care is personalized to each patient's needs. Dr. Brian McKay combines proven chiropractic methods with advanced therapies to relieve joint stress and restore mobility. Treatments often include:
- Joint Adjustments – Gentle realignment of affected joints to reduce stress on cartilage and improve function.
- Soft Tissue Therapy – Massage and muscle techniques relieve tension, improve circulation, and support joint stability.
These safe, non-invasive approaches provide lasting relief from arthritis pain and help restore quality of life.
Why is Core Health Your Best Chiropractic Choice?
Our immediate goal is to address the patients needs on a priority basis. It is vital to work within their comfort levels. A patient needs to be respected 100%. By that it is also important that our staff respect a patients time and money at all times.
We try to provide treatment that is safe, comfortable, and effective. When we are unable to deliver care that the patient responds to we will refer them out to the appropriate specialist. This is a standard approach that has worked out well and continues to do so.
Our immediate goal is to address the patients needs on a priority basis. It is vital to work within their comfort levels. A patient needs to be respected 100%. By that it is also important that our staff respect a patients time and money at all times.
We try to provide treatment that is safe, comfortable, and effective. When we are unable to deliver care that the patient responds to we will refer them out to the appropriate specialist. This is a standard approach that has worked out well and continues to do so.
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Arthritis
Arthritis occurs when joints become inflamed and cartilage breaks down, often from wear and tear, autoimmune conditions, or injury. This can cause aching pain, stiffness, swelling, or reduced range of motion affecting daily activities. While conventional treatments often rely on pain medications, anti-inflammatory drugs, or joint replacement surgery, chiropractic care offers a safe, effective alternative to manage symptoms.
Chiropractic care improves joint alignment, relieves stress on affected joints, and restores mobility.
Chiropractic Care for Arthritis
Arthritis can cause persistent aching, stiffness, swelling, or reduced mobility that affects joints throughout the body, interfering with daily activities. While many rely on medications or injections, chiropractic care provides a safe, effective alternative or complement to traditional treatments. This section explains what chiropractic care is, how it helps arthritis, and what to expect during a session.
How Do I Know if I Have Arthritis?
Arthritis causes more than typical joint soreness. It often leads to persistent aching, morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes, joint swelling, or reduced range of motion. Symptoms may worsen with activity or weather changes.
If you experience joint pain that persists for weeks, stiffness that improves with movement, swelling or warmth in joints, or difficulty performing daily tasks, you may have arthritis. Common affected areas include hands, knees, hips, and spine.
Arthritis Darien
Arthritis can significantly affect your life, causing persistent aching, stiffness, swelling, or reduced mobility that limits daily function and quality of life. Many suffer needlessly while treatments only mask symptoms instead of addressing joint mechanics and inflammation.
Arthritis pain usually results from cartilage breakdown and joint inflammation, often due to wear and tear, autoimmune conditions, previous injuries, or genetic factors. Traditional treatments often rely on pain medications and anti-inflammatory drugs rather than improving joint function naturally.
At Core Health Darien, chiropractic care focuses on joint alignment and biomechanics to reduce arthritis stress and inflammation.
How We Treat Arthritis
When asked how chiropractors treat arthritis, the answer focuses on relieving stress on affected joints and maintaining optimal function. Think of it like maintaining a machine with worn parts proper alignment and care help it function better and last longer.
Chiropractors use gentle joint adjustments, soft tissue therapies, and therapeutic exercises to relieve stress on arthritic joints, improve biomechanics, and maintain mobility. This helps reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness while supporting remaining joint function.
At Core Health Darien, we also address surrounding joint alignment and muscle balance. Supporting overall body mechanics reduces compensatory stress and helps manage arthritis symptoms more effectively.
Main Cause of Arthritis Pain
Most arthritis pain comes from cartilage breakdown and joint inflammation, often due to age-related wear and tear (osteoarthritis), autoimmune response (rheumatoid arthritis), previous injuries, or genetic predisposition. This damage causes pain, swelling, and limited mobility.
Joints, muscles, and connective tissues work together to distribute force during movement. When cartilage wears down or inflammation develops, bones may rub together, causing pain and further damage. Proper alignment and reduced stress help preserve remaining function.
Think of cartilage like cushioning in a shoe when it wears thin, every step causes more impact and discomfort. Maintaining proper mechanics and reducing inflammation helps manage symptoms and slow progression.
Arthritis Relief with Chiropractic Care
Did your doctor explain how stress affects arthritis pain? Physical, chemical, and emotional stress impacts everyone. Stress triggers hormone releases like adrenaline, cortisol, and norepinephrine, which affect how the body responds to pain and inflammation.
Chronic stress keeps these hormones elevated, increasing inflammation and muscle tension, worsening aching, stiffness, or swelling in arthritic joints.
Chiropractic care helps by maintaining joint alignment, relieving stress on affected areas, and promoting circulation to inflamed tissues. This approach supports natural healing, reduces pain, and improves mobility for those living with arthritis.
What are the Main Types of Arthritis?
Osteoarthritis
This type occurs when joint cartilage wears down over time from age and use. Symptoms typically develop gradually. Common signs include:
- Joint pain that worsens with activity
- Morning stiffness lasting less than 30 minutes
- Reduced range of motion
- Bone spurs or joint enlargement
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis can also result from autoimmune inflammation that attacks joint linings. Symptoms may include:
- Symmetrical joint pain (both sides affected)
- Morning stiffness lasting over an hour
- Joint swelling, warmth, and redness
- Fatigue and systemic symptoms
Common Arthritis Stages
Early Stage of Arthritis Symptoms
Initially, symptoms may be mild and intermittent. Patients might notice occasional joint aching, brief morning stiffness, or discomfort after activity. Early signs can be mistaken for normal aging or overuse.
Progressive Stage of Arthritis Symptoms
As cartilage breakdown continues, pain becomes more frequent and persistent. Stiffness lasts longer, swelling may develop, and range of motion decreases. Activities that were once easy become more challenging.
Advanced Stage of Arthritis Symptoms
Pain becomes constant and significantly limits daily activities. Severe stiffness, visible joint changes, and muscle weakness develop. Simple tasks like walking, gripping objects, or climbing stairs become difficult or impossible without assistance.
Management or Chronic Stage of Arthritis Symptoms
With chiropractic care, proper exercise, and lifestyle modifications, many patients maintain function and manage pain effectively. While arthritis cannot be cured, proper management can slow progression and preserve quality of life. Consistent care and healthy habits are crucial for long-term wellbeing.
Arthritis FAQ's
Arthritis is inflammation and degeneration of joints causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. The most common types are osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear) and rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune).
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Core Health Darien - Dr. Brian McKay
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Monday
7 am–12 pm, 3–6:30 pm
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
7 am–12 pm
Thursday
3–6:30 pm
Friday
7 am–12 pm
Saturday
9–11 am
Sunday
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551 Post Road, Darien, CT