Osteoarthritis Providers in Billings, Montana, United States
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It happens when the smooth cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in a joint slowly wears down. Without enough cushioning, bones can rub together, which leads to pain and stiffness. Osteoarthritis often affects the knees, hips, hands, and spine. It usually develops slowly over many years and tends to become more common with age.
Common signs include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and a reduced range of motion. Many people feel stiff in the morning or after resting, and pain often gets worse with activity. Some notice grinding or a “catching” feeling when they move the joint.
Joint Repair Clinic of Montana is the Billings, Montana office of Life Enhancement Clinics of Montana, a joint repair, hormone and peptide practice headquartered in Bozeman. Clinicians Kira Knowles, FNP — sees...