Joint Pain? Receive Osteoarthritis Treatment in Louisville, KY

Older man sitting on couch with cane by his side holding his arthritis knee

Is chronic joint pain interfering with your daily life? You may have osteoarthritis, a common condition often associated with the aging process. Also known as degenerative joint disease, osteoarthritis develops as the cushioning cartilage that protects the ends of the bones in a joint gradually breaks down and wears away. Weight-bearing joints, such as the feet, knees, hips, and spine, are most frequently affected, although osteoarthritis can potentially occur in any joint. The damage can cause varying degrees of pain, stiffness, and swelling.

Although there is currently no cure for wear-and-tear arthritis, there are effective ways to manage the symptoms and protect the damaged joint. You can explore your osteoarthritis treatment options with an orthopedic specialist at Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic in Louisville, Kentucky. Our highly specialized, board-certified physicians, physical therapists, and other medical professionals deliver individualized care in a state-of-the-art setting.

How Can Osteoarthritis Be Treated?

At Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic, we work closely with each osteoarthritis patient to develop a tailored treatment regimen. For instance, many people find that their symptoms improve when they regularly engage in low-impact exercise, which can strengthen the muscles that support a damaged joint, allowing the muscles to take on some of the force that the joint would otherwise endure. Some good options include cycling, swimming, and yoga. An added benefit of regular physical activity is that it can promote weight loss, which can reduce the pressure on large joints that help support the body’s weight. Other types of osteoarthritis treatment include:

  • Hot and cold therapy
  • Medications, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
  • Cortisone injections
  • Joint replacement surgery (for severe symptoms that do not respond to conservative osteoarthritis treatment)

In addition to osteoarthritis, Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic treats a wide variety of sports injuries and other musculoskeletal conditions, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, bursitis, meniscal tears, rotator cuff injuries, and tendonitis.

To learn more about osteoarthritis treatment at Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic, or to schedule an appointment with a specialist at our sports medicine center in Louisville, KY, contact us today.

What our patients are saying
Shaun H.
I was able to get a office visit on short notice. It seemed to be a very busy day. Rebecca took the time to listen to all of my issues and discuss a plan for additional treatment. I have always been impressed with her knowledge and bed side manner.
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Joanna S.
Dr Goodin has replaced both of my knees this year with excellent results. He and Carly listen to my concerns, act promptly and work hard to make this journey the best it can be. Carly and Dr Goodin both have GREAT bedside manner and I feel I am in expert care with them.
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Sara G.
Dr. Richardson is the best! He did shoulder decompression surgery for me many moons ago and has continued to treat me for other shoulder, arm, and back issues since. I would recommend him to anyone!
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Juanita S.
The New Albany office of Louisville Orthopedic is full of terrific people who know what excellent customer service is about! From the front desk to the lab, they are great. Doctor Lewis is my surgeon and I love him. He’s good at what he does and he’s compassionate. I would recommend him to anyone.
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Erin Z.
This was my first time at Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic and I saw Melissa Parshall PA-C. I was very impressed with how fast I got in, had x-rays, and met with her. She was very thorough and extremely friendly. So glad A friend told me to come see you guys! Thank you!
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Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic

4130 Dutchman's Lane,
Suite 300,Louisville 40207
(502) 897-1794

Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic

1425 State St.,
,New Albany 47150
(812) 920-0408

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Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic
4130 Dutchman's Lane
Suite 300
Louisville, KY 40207

Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic
1425 State St.
New Albany, IN 47150