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Arthritis Treatments at Orthopedic Associates of Northern Berkshire

Arthritis is a common condition that is often associated with aging, but arthritis can also develop with orthopedic trauma and certain autoimmune and inflammatory diseases (rheumatoid arthritis).

The classic sign of arthritis is aching joints that may swell or become very stiff, resulting from the loss of cartilage in your joint. Walking and moving the affected joint can become very painful, and, in severe situations, can become too painful to bear.

The surgeons at Orthopedic Associates of Northern Berkshire can recommend a variety of ways to deal with arthritis pain, including surgical and non-surgical treatment. A combination of prescription anti-inflammatories and pain medicine can help.

We also perform injections of Orthovisc® for knee arthritis, a medication that replaces natural joint fluid to cushion, protect, and lubricate your knee. It can provide pain relief for up to 6 months. It is injected directly into the joint for fast relief.

When these treatments no longer provide sufficient pain relief, you may want to consider a joint replacement procedure.

If you are concerned about arthritis and have never been to an orthopedic doctor, then you should give us a call. An orthopedic physician is better qualified to treat arthritis than any other type of doctor, because arthritis affects the musculoskeletal system. Diagnosing arthritis is typically done with an X-ray and bone density scan.

Our orthopedic physicians stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in arthritis care, and most procedures for arthritis pain relief are done in the office.

Call (413) 458-4452 for a convenient and friendly orthopedic practice in the Berkshires of Massachusetts or request an appointment online. Our offices are located in North Adams and Pittsfield, MA.

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375 Main Street
Williamstown, MA 01267
Phone: (413) 458-4452      Fax: (413) 398-1015

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Board-certified orthopedic specialists Dr. James Whittum, Dr. Suk Namkoong, and Dr. Paul Donovan provide specialized care for broken bones, sports-related injuries, joint pain, overuse injuries, carpal tunnel, ligament strain, tendonitis, nerve pain and other common bone and joint conditions.  All our physicians have advanced training in minimally invasive procedures including arthroscopy, joint replacement, ligament repair, trigger finger release, and rotator cuff tear.  We serve the Northen Berkshire area of Southern Vermont to North Adams, Cheshire, Lanesborough, Dalton, Hinsdale, Lenox and south to Pittsfield, Massachusetts.