What Conditions Diathermy Helps Treat

Arthritis

Arthritis occurs when an individual has one or more joints with excessive inflammation present. This disease usually worsens with age and results in pain and stiffness of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are the two most prevalent types of this disease. The joints within the body are at the ends of bones. Cartilage covers the ends of the bone to provide a protective, hard, slippery bone end. Osteoarthritis causes break down of this cartilage, and rheumatoid arthritis targets a different tissue within the joints called the synovium or joint lining. Shortwave diathermy is the most effective type of diathermy for patients with arthritis. Shortwave diathermy increases the quantity of blood flow to the area as a result of the heating. This improves the range of movement and flexibility of the joints, allowing for less painful mobility. Shortwave diathermy also helps with arthritis because it promotes the acceleration of cell growth and expedites the process of regenerating damaged tissues. Muscle stiffness in stiff joints can also be alleviated with short wave diathermy to allow for physical therapy preparation.

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