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Arthritis Care: Diagnosis & Treatment

Short answer: Arthritis is inflammation or wear of a joint that causes pain, stiffness and swelling. Most cases are managed with medicines, physiotherapy and lifestyle changes, with surgery considered for advanced, disabling disease.

Surgeon treating an arthritic knee joint under arthroscopic camera guidance at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care Clinic, Kharadi, Pune
Arthritis care ranges from medication and injections to joint-preserving surgery.
Type
Joint condition — osteoarthritis, rheumatoid and other forms
Common joints
Knee, hip, hand, spine
Main test
Clinical examination, X-rays; blood tests in inflammatory arthritis
Treatment options
Medication, physiotherapy, injections, or surgery in advanced cases
Goal
Pain relief and preserved joint function

Overview

Arthritis means inflammation of a joint, and it has many forms. Osteoarthritis, the most common type, results from gradual wear of joint cartilage with age or overuse. Rheumatoid and other inflammatory forms are caused by the immune system affecting the joints.

Arthritis is a spectrum — early disease may cause only occasional stiffness, while advanced disease can significantly limit walking and daily activities.

Who It Is For

  • Persistent joint pain, stiffness or swelling, especially after rest or in the morning
  • Reduced joint movement or difficulty with stairs, squatting or gripping
  • Known osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis needing ongoing management
  • Patients seeking a second opinion on whether surgery is needed

Preparation

Evaluation includes a detailed history, joint examination and X-rays. Blood tests may be advised when an inflammatory or autoimmune type of arthritis is suspected.

Procedure / How It Works

Treatment is stepped, starting with the least invasive appropriate option and escalating if needed.

  • Lifestyle measures — weight management, activity modification, joint-friendly exercise
  • Medication for pain and inflammation as prescribed
  • Physiotherapy to strengthen muscles around the joint and maintain mobility
  • Intra-articular injections in selected cases
  • Joint replacement surgery considered for advanced, disabling arthritis not responding to the above

Recovery

For non-surgical arthritis care, improvement is usually gradual over weeks with consistent physiotherapy and lifestyle adherence. If surgery is undertaken for advanced arthritis, recovery follows the joint replacement pathway.

Aftercare

  • Continue prescribed exercises and activity modifications long-term
  • Maintain a healthy body weight to reduce joint load
  • Take medications as directed and report side effects
  • Attend periodic review to monitor joint status and adjust treatment

Risks / Possible Complications

  • Progressive joint damage if arthritis is inflammatory and untreated
  • Side effects from long-term anti-inflammatory medication use
  • Risks associated with injections (uncommon)
  • Surgical risks if joint replacement becomes necessary

Expected Outcomes

Many patients achieve good symptom control with conservative management, particularly in early to moderate arthritis. Advanced arthritis with significant cartilage loss often needs surgical treatment for lasting relief, as discussed individually with your surgeon.

Cost Factors

Cost depends on the diagnosis, the tests required, the technology or implant chosen and the length of treatment or follow-up.

The clinic explains the full cost — tests, procedure and follow-up visits — before you agree to treatment. There are no hidden charges.

Insurance and cashless approval depend on your policy and the procedure; the front desk helps with the paperwork wherever a claim applies.

Call the clinic on 070303 11311 for current pricing and insurance details.

Why Choose Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care

  • Evaluation by Dr. Vishal Murkute, Orthopaedic Surgeon (MBBS, DNB Orthopaedics)
  • Stepwise treatment approach starting with conservative options where appropriate
  • Clear guidance on when surgery may be warranted
  • Coordination with physiotherapy for joint-preserving exercise programmes
  • Convenient Kharadi location for ongoing arthritis management

Questions patients ask

  • What is arthritis?

    Arthritis is inflammation of a joint that causes pain, stiffness and swelling. It has several types, the most common being age-related osteoarthritis and immune-related rheumatoid arthritis.

  • Is arthritis only an old-age problem?

    No. While osteoarthritis is more common with age, inflammatory forms like rheumatoid arthritis can affect younger people, and joint injuries can also lead to early arthritis.

  • Can arthritis be cured?

    Most forms of arthritis are managed rather than cured, with the goal of controlling pain, reducing inflammation and preserving joint function through medical, physiotherapy and, when needed, surgical treatment.

  • Does every arthritis patient need surgery?

    No. Most patients are managed with medication, physiotherapy and lifestyle changes. Surgery, such as joint replacement, is generally reserved for advanced disease not responding to conservative treatment.

  • What tests are used to diagnose arthritis?

    Clinical examination and X-rays are the main tools; blood tests are added when an inflammatory or autoimmune arthritis is suspected.

  • Where can I get arthritis treatment near Kharadi, Pune?

    Arthritis evaluation and treatment are available at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care, Kharadi, Pune. Call 070303 11311 to book a consultation.

References

This page is general medical information reviewed by the treating specialist at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care and is not a substitute for a personal consultation.

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Dr. Vishal I. Murkute, Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement Surgeon at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care Clinic, Kharadi, Pune

Dr. Vishal I. Murkute

Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement Surgeon

Degrees
MBBS, D.Orth., DNB (Orth)
Fellowship
Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery · Fellowship in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine
Registration
2004/03/1437
Experience
Overall experience since 1998 · Specialty practice since 2005

Areas of expertise

  • Knee & hip joint replacement
  • Arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery
  • ACL & ligament reconstruction
  • Sports injury management
  • Fracture & trauma care
  • Shoulder problems

Dr. Vishal I. Murkute is a Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care Clinic, Kharadi, Pune. A medical graduate from Mahatma Gandhi Mission Medical College, Mumbai, he completed his DNB in Orthopaedics at Soundarapandian Bone and Joint Hospital and Research Center, Chennai. He pursued fellowship training in Joint Replacement at Shalby Hospital, Ahmedabad, and in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine under Dr. Nicholas Antao in Mumbai. With overall medical experience since 1998 and specialty practice since 2005, he has performed numerous knee, hip and shoulder replacement surgeries, arthroscopic ligament and cartilage reconstructions, deformity corrections and complex trauma procedures. He is a life member of the Indian Orthopaedic Association and Pune Orthopaedic Society.

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