Arthritis

Arthritis refers to conditions that cause pain, stiffness, inflammation, and reduced movement in one or more joints. It can affect the knees, hips, shoulders, hands, feet, spine, and other joints, making everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, lifting, or exercising more difficult.

At Lora Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre, we provide personalized physiotherapy for arthritis to help manage symptoms, maintain joint mobility, improve muscle strength, and support better function and independence.

What Is Arthritis?

Arthritis can develop for different reasons, and its symptoms vary depending on the type and severity of the condition. Common types include osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

While physiotherapy does not cure arthritis, an appropriate rehabilitation program can help people manage physical symptoms and maintain their ability to perform daily activities.

Common Symptoms of Arthritis

People with arthritis may experience:

• Joint pain and tenderness
• Stiffness, particularly after periods of inactivity
• Swelling around affected joints
• Reduced range of motion
• Muscle weakness around the joint
• Difficulty walking or climbing stairs
• Pain during physical activities
• Reduced flexibility
• Difficulty performing everyday tasks

Common Types of Arthritis

Physiotherapy can form part of a comprehensive management plan for different types of arthritis, including:

• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Age-related joint degeneration
• Arthritis affecting the knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, or other joints

How Physiotherapy Can Help

A personalized physiotherapy program can help improve strength, flexibility, joint mobility, balance, and functional movement. Treatment is selected according to the affected joints, symptoms, physical abilities, and individual goals.

Physiotherapy may include:

• Joint mobility exercises
• Gentle stretching and flexibility exercises
• Muscle strengthening
• Low-impact exercise guidance
• Balance and coordination training
• Manual therapy where appropriate
• Pain-management techniques
• Postural and movement correction
• Functional activity training
• Personalized home exercise programs

Physiotherapy for Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis commonly affects weight-bearing joints such as the knees and hips and may cause pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Strengthening the muscles around the affected joint and maintaining regular movement can support better physical function.

Physiotherapy may include strengthening, mobility, flexibility, balance, and activity-management exercises based on your individual condition.

Physiotherapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory autoimmune condition that can affect multiple joints. Physiotherapy may help maintain mobility and muscle strength while supporting safe participation in daily activities.

Treatment should be adapted according to disease activity, symptoms, fatigue, and guidance from the patient’s medical team.

Personalized Arthritis Rehabilitation

Every person with arthritis has different symptoms and functional needs. At Lora Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre, we develop treatment plans based on your condition, mobility, strength, lifestyle, and rehabilitation goals.

Dr. D. Karunya, Senior Consultant Physiotherapist with 10+ years of experience, provides personalized physiotherapy and rehabilitation guidance focused on improving movement and supporting long-term physical function.

Arthritis Self-Care & Exercise Guidance

Along with physiotherapy, patients may receive guidance on maintaining healthy movement habits, such as:

• Staying physically active within comfortable limits
• Performing prescribed strengthening exercises
• Maintaining joint flexibility
• Choosing suitable low-impact activities
• Taking appropriate breaks during activities
• Avoiding prolonged inactivity
• Following a personalized home exercise program

When Should You Seek Physiotherapy?

Consider a physiotherapy assessment if arthritis symptoms are affecting your mobility, strength, daily activities, or quality of life. A physiotherapist can help develop an exercise and rehabilitation plan appropriate for your condition.

If a joint becomes suddenly very painful, severely swollen, hot or red, especially when accompanied by fever or feeling unwell, seek medical evaluation promptly.

Why Choose Lora Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre?

• 10+ years of physiotherapy experience
• Personalized arthritis management programs
• Exercise-based rehabilitation
• Mobility and flexibility training
• Strength and balance exercises
• Pain-management guidance
• Home exercise support
• Home visit physiotherapy available
• Video consultations available

Move Better with Personalized Arthritis Care

Arthritis may be a long-term condition, but appropriate exercise, physiotherapy, and healthy movement habits can help many people maintain mobility and independence.