Joint Pain and Stiffness

Millions of people suffer from joint pain and stiffness, which can come from a variety of causes. Many individuals find that with age, their joints don’t move quite as easily as they used to, and may experience discomfort on a regular basis. Others notice that, after injury or illness, they can’t move or exercise as they were able to before. Our joints are affected by a wide variety of factors because they are made of many moving parts and cushioned by cartilage. If you are suffering from stiffness or join pain in Ogden, the experienced medical professionals at Dr. Richards’ office can help.

If you have stiffness and joint pain and live in the Ogden area, it’s important to explore all possible causes, which may include one or more of the following and then coming to see us:

• Advanced age
• Being overweight
• Previous injuries
• Chronic inflammatory conditions (like lupus or arthritis)
• Use of certain medications
• Over- or under-use of joint and muscle in the area

Many people experience joint stiffness first thing in the morning, as lying down for many hours reduces circulation and fluid movement in the body. However, upon rising and moving around for a bit, much of this discomfort may go away. If it doesn’t, or your joints cause you consistent pain and/or disability, it’s important to see a good specialist for joint pain and stiffness, like the Ogden area experts at Dr. Richards’ office.

Because there are many causes of joint pain and stiffness, your doctor may run certain tests or have you try certain medications to ease your discomfort. Lifestyle changes are also important aspects in managing joint disease or inflammation. If you are ready to learn more about how to reduce your pain and reclaim your life, get in touch with our office today!