Articles on Osteoarthritis (Osteoarthritis)

Here we present an informative overview of the various articles we have written about osteoarthritis (osteoarthritis). Osteoarthritis is also known as osteoarthritis and involves degenerative, break down, as well as joint and cartilage wear.

Our articles on osteoarthritis and joint wear are written by authorized health professionals in the form of chiropractors and physiotherapists.

6 exercises against significant neck osteoarthritis

6 exercises against significant neck osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis of the neck can cause neck pain and poor mobility.

Here are six exercises (including VIDEO) for those with neck osteoarthritis that can relieve pain and improve movement. Feel free to share the article with someone who suffers from neck pain.

– Cartilage wear, calcifications and bone deposits

Osteoarthritis of the neck can involve the breakdown of cartilage, calcifications, bone deposits and joint wear - this can lead to tighter space conditions inside the neck and episodic inflammatory reactions. Osteoarthritis of the neck can also increase the incidence of headache and neck-related dizziness.

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Here we will show you six exercises against significant neck osteoarthritis - which you can do daily.

Further down in the article, you can also read comments from other readers - as well as watch a great training video with the neck exercises. There you will also find some recommended self-measures that may be suitable for you with osteoarthritis.

VIDEO: 6 Exercises against significant neck osteoarthritis

Here shows chiropractor Alexander Andorff you the six exercises we go through in this article. Below you can see detailed descriptions of how to perform the exercises in points 1 to 6. Click below to watch the video.


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1. Standing rowing with elastic

Training with elastic is an excellent way to strengthen the upper back and between the shoulder blades - that is, the platform for your neck itself. Improved function and mobility in this area will also mean more correct posture and mobility for your neck. Many people prefer to train with pilates band (the link opens in a new window).

- Can contribute to improving neck posture

It is true that if you are stick-stiff between the shoulder blades, this will go beyond your neck posture and associated movement. This exercise can thus help you to get a better posture in the neck.

  1. Stand straight up and down.
  2. Attach the elastic to a door handle or the like.
  3. Pull the elastic towards you with both arms - so that the shoulder blades are pulled together.
  4. Return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the exercise 10 times over 3 sets.

2. Contraction of the shoulder blades

Many people are not aware of how many neck problems actually occur well between the shoulder blades. Reduced joint mobility and tense muscles in this area can seriously affect your neck function - and especially if you have osteoarthritis. This can help reduce muscle tension in the neck.

  1. Start standing.
  2. Slowly pull the shoulder blades backwards until it stops by itself - hold the outer position for 3-5 seconds.
  3. Perform the movement with quiet movements.
  4. Repeat the exercise 10 times over 3 sets.

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3. Shoulder lift

This exercise helps to keep the blood circulation to some of the very largest neck muscles- regular exercise will be able to help you relieve tense neck muscles and maintain local blood circulation around the worn joints. 

- Most of the neck muscles attach to the shoulder arch

As I said, not many people know that the majority of the neck muscles attach to the shoulder blades or the upper back. This is precisely why it is incredibly important to keep these going if you want to work towards less neck pain in everyday life. Regular movement and correct use will also minimize the chance of further development of the osteoarthritis condition. It is the nutrients in your blood circulation that act as building material for repairs in worn joints and muscle tissue.

  1. Stand straight up and down with your arms along your side.
  2. Raise one shoulder in a calm and controlled motion.
  3. Repeat the exercise 10 times on each side over 3 sets.

Did you know that many people with osteoarthritis report physical improvement through regular exercise in a hot water pool? By exercising in water, there are several exercises that are easier to perform for those with significant osteoarthritis and osteoarthritis of the neck. The warm water also helps keep the blood flowing and relieves muscular neck tension.

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4. Neck flexion (stretching of the back of the neck)

With regular execution, stretching can help keep the muscles in the neck more elastic and movable.But did you know that there are many people who stretch far too hard? The first set of stretching should always be very calm - so that the muscles understand that "now it's time to stretch". Many people with neck osteoarthritis are troubled by significant tension in the neck and tight neck muscles. This stretching exercise can help alleviate some of these ailments.

  1. Sit on a chair.
  2. Contact the head with both hands. Then move your head forward slowly.
  3. You should feel that it stretches gently in the back of the neck.
  4. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds over 3 sets.

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5. Lateral stretching (lateral stretching of the neck)

Stretching of the neck

You've probably noticed that the neck arthritis has led to less lateral movement of the neck? This stretching exercise aims at the muscles that we find on the side of the neck - including the levator scapulae and the upper trapezius.

  1. The exercise can be done sitting or standing.
  2. Hold your head with one hand.
  3. Gently pull your head to the side.
  4. You should feel that it stretches gently on the opposite side of the neck.
  5. The exercise is performed for 30 seconds over 3 sets.

In the article below, you will see five customized exercise exercises that can also work for you with osteoarthritis of the neck. Namely, customized exercise exercises are a great way to keep your blood circulation and joint fluid exchange within your joints.

Also read: - 5 Exercise exercises for those with Fibromyalgia

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6. Shoulder stretching with a broomstick or cane

This exercise helps you regain movement and mobility in the shoulders and shoulder blades.By using a cane or similar, you will be able to gradually move your hands closer to each other and feel that it extends well into the neck and shoulder blades.

  1. Stand straight up and down - with a broomstick or similar.
  2. Move the shaft behind the back and have one hand high on the shaft - the other lower down.
  3. Move your hands closer to each other until you feel it stretches well.
  4. The exercise is performed on both arms with 10 commute repetitions over 3 sets.

Many people with neck osteoarthritis also have joint wear in other parts of the body - such as the knees. Did you know that osteoarthritis is divided into five different stages - based on how severe the joint wear is? In the article below you can read more about the different phases of osteoarthritis of the knees and how the condition develops.

Also read: - The 5 Stages of Knee Osteoarthritis

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Recommended self-help for rheumatic and chronic pain

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  • Toe pullers (several types of rheumatism can cause bent toes - for example hammer toes or hallux valgus (bent big toe) - toe pullers can help relieve these)
  • Mini tapes (many with rheumatic and chronic pain feel that it is easier to train with custom elastics)
  • Trigger point Balls (self-help to work the muscles on a daily basis)
  • Arnica cream or heat conditioner (many people report some pain relief if they use, for example, arnica cream or heat conditioner)

- Many people use arnica cream for pain due to stiff joints and sore muscles. Click on the image above to read more about how arnica cream can help relieve some of your pain situation.

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6 Exercises against Significant Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder


6 Exercises against Significant Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder

Osteoarthritis of the shoulder can cause significant pain and reduced mobility. Here are six Exercises (including VIDEO) for those with shoulder osteoarthritis (osteoarthritis) who can relieve pain and give better movement.

Osteoarthritis of the shoulder involves joint wear, calcifications and cartilage destruction in the shoulder - which can involve tighter space conditions and episodic inflammatory reactions. This can go a long way in everyday life.

Substantial shoulder arthritis can make lifting your arms above shoulder height painful and very difficult. Due to this, you often get less blood circulation and movement - which in turn leads to increased shoulder pain. These six exercises - shown below - can help you relieve shoulder pain and maintain shoulder mobility.

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Here we will show you six exercises for significant osteoarthritis of the shoulder - which can be done daily. Further down in the article, you can also read comments from other readers - as well as watch a training video with the shoulder exercises.



 

VIDEO: 6 Exercises Against Significant Shoulder Osteoarthritis (Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder)

Here, chiropractor Alexander Andorff presents the six exercises we go through in this article. Below you can see detailed descriptions of how the exercises should be performed in points 1 to 6. Click below.


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1. Contraction of the shoulder blades

A safe and gentle exercise to suit everyone. This exercise is an effective way to keep the muscles in the shoulders and around the shoulder blades running. The exercise also works well on the inside of the shoulder blades - an area that can often be affected by muscle knots and tension.

Daily execution of this can maintain movement in between the shoulder blades and increase local blood circulation. Regular use will also help you open up the shoulder area and resolve the muscle tension.

  1. Stand straight up and down.
  2. Pull the shoulder blades gently back.
  3. Hold the shoulder blades together and hold the position for about 5-10 seconds.
  4. Return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the exercise 5-10 times in 3 sets.



 

2. Shoulder lift

A simple and nice exercise. The main purpose of the exercise is to stimulate movement within the shoulder joint and improve blood circulation in local muscles. Regular use can help soften your tense and painful shoulders.

  1. Start standing.
  2. Then slowly raise one shoulder and controlled for end movement.
  3. Then lower all the way down again
  4. Perform the movement with quiet movements.
  5. Repeat the exercise 5-10 times over 3 sets.

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3. Forward Circular Movement of Arm

This is an exercise that is also known as part of Codman's mobility exercises - where it is also used against pinching in the shoulder and frozen shoulder. The exercise is thus most often used to contribute to more mobility and mobility in the shoulder.

Did you know that poor shoulder function can cause neck pain? Shoulder and neck function are closely linked and a small moving shoulder can cause the neck and muscles of the neck to become stiff and tense. Many of the shoulder muscles attach completely to your neck.

Regularly performed by the above exercises will help to better circulate to tense muscles, tendons and stiff joints. It is important to remember that it is the nutrients in your blood circulation that act as a building material for muscle and bone repair.

  1. Standing. Support one arm of a chair or similar.
  2. Lean forward (about 30 degrees).
  3. Let the arm hang straight down and then start with controlled arm circles.
  4. Repeat the exercise 10 times on each side over 3 sets.



 

4. Lateral Outward Rotation

Many people forget how important rotational movements are. For example, did you know that over-rotating the shoulders directly opens the shoulder joints and contributes to improved space conditions?

This is precisely why this exercise is one we really recommend if you are bothered with little shoulder movement.

  1. Lie down on your back on a training mat,
  2. Bend your elbow up towards you until it is at a 90 degree angle upwards. The arm should be close to the body.
  3. Then let your arm and shoulder rotate outwards - as far as you can.
  4. Repeat the exercise 10 times on each side over 3 sets.

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5. Lumbar Arm Lift

A great exercise to give you better mobility throughout the shoulder area. Many with shoulder pain especially notice that lifting the arms straight above shoulder height can be a major problem. This exercise can help you with this particular problem.

  1. Lie on your back on a training mat.
  2. Lay your arms down along the side.
  3. Raise your arms slowly upwards - as far as you can (preferably until you touch the ground).
  4. Gently lower your arms back to the starting position.
  5. The exercise is performed with 10 repetitions over 3 sets.



 

6. Commuting with Light Weight

This is an exercise that contributes to better space inside the shoulder. By using a light weight (type two to five kilos) you will also get a light traction that helps to stretch the joint capsule and the local shoulder muscles.

  1. Stand supported with one arm on a chair - and the other hanging straight down with the weight in hand.
  2. Then swing your arm in a pendulum exercise - back and forth.
  3. Stop the commute earlier if you feel pain.
  4. The exercise is performed on both arms with 10 commute repetitions over 3 sets.

Many people with chronic pain are also affected by osteoarthritis (osteoarthritis) in the hips and knees. In the article below you can read more about the different phases of osteoarthritis of the knees and how the condition develops.

Also read: - The 5 Stages of Knee Osteoarthritis

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  • Toe pullers (several types of rheumatism can cause bent toes - for example hammer toes or hallux valgus (bent big toe) - toe pullers can help relieve these)
  • Mini tapes (many with rheumatic and chronic pain feel that it is easier to train with custom elastics)
  • Trigger point Balls (self-help to work the muscles on a daily basis)
  • Arnica cream or heat conditioner (many people report some pain relief if they use, for example, arnica cream or heat conditioner)

- Many people use arnica cream for pain due to stiff joints and sore muscles. Click on the image above to read more about how arnica cream can help relieve some of your pain situation.

 

More information? Join this group!

Join the Facebook group «Rheumatism and Chronic Pain - Norway: Research and news»(Click here) for the latest updates on research and media writing about rheumatic and chronic disorders. Here, members can also get help and support - at all times of the day - through the exchange of their own experiences and advice.

 

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