Arthritis Treatment in Elizabeth, NJ

Overview

Arthritis wears down the cartilage in your joints over time. The result is pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. It tends to hit the spine, knees, hips, hands, and shoulders hardest. Most people manage it with NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen), which help short term but come with stomach, kidney, and cardiovascular risks long term.

At Pain Center of Morris, we treat arthritis with three approaches working together. Chiropractic adjustments keep the arthritic joints moving properly. When a joint stops moving through its full range, the degeneration speeds up. Regular adjustments maintain that motion and slow the process.

Physical therapy strengthens the muscles around arthritic joints. Stronger muscles absorb more of the load, which means less stress on the worn cartilage. Karl Cuenco designs exercise programs that are joint-friendly, low impact, and progressive. You build strength without aggravating the arthritis.

Acupuncture is particularly effective for arthritis. Hyung Kim targets points around the affected joints to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and decrease pain. Research supports acupuncture for both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Many patients reduce their NSAID use significantly after starting regular acupuncture sessions.