Lumbar Arthritis

Research done by Dr Chris Wambui this time of arthritis is also Known as osteoarthritis of the spine and is mostly caused by osteoarthritis and on this case patient experiences pain in the on the lower area of the spine as there is degeneration of the spinal disc with may have spurs and lower range of motion which cause permanent sensation of stiffness Signs and symptoms Dr Chris wambui an herbal practitioner at Health Link Natural clinic states signs and symptoms as below That there is anything sensation after physical activity There is stiffness in the affected area especial in the morning when one wakes up Muscle spasms and creaking sound in the affected area Chronic pain and soreness in the 5th and 6th vertebrae Lastly there is decreased range of motion Causes of lumbar arthritis Dr Chris Wambui states causes of lumbar arthritis that: Bacterial infections as in chlamydia or salmonella causes lumbar arthritis Psoriatic arthritis as results psoriasis which is skin infection also causes lumbar arthritis Inflammatory bowel disease also causes lumbar arthritis as it causes pressure to the lower back as in ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease Osteoarthritis causes lumbar arthritis Obesity as a lot of fats causes pressure on the spine Poor nutritional status causes lumbar arthritis Lesly fevers also can cause lumbar arthritis Risk factors Research done by Dr Chris Wambui states that lumbar arthritis as always caused harm and the following predisposes one to the condition Degeneration of vertebral disc as in this there is wearing of spine disc which can result to lumbar arthritis Injuries and trauma to the spine can also cause the disease Congenital defects also predispose someone to the disease Cigarette smoking can even lead to TB of the spine Alcohol consumption Gender as it mostly affects younger men that 45yrs and below Obesity is also a factor due to excess weight it causes stress to the spine Lifting and bearing heavy loads causes lumbar arthritis Diagnosis According to Dr Chris X-rays can show any issue with bone density, cartilage loss and bone spurs and also blood test also determines which kind of arthritis one presents with Complications of Lumbar Arthritis Dr Chris Wambui states lumbar arthritis results to: Spinal nerve compression Spread pain and stiffness up the spine to neck and ribs Fusion of the vertebral bones Forward curvature of the spine Prevention and management Dr Chris Wambui at Health Link Natural clinic through research came up with the following as remedies to prevent and manage lumbar osteoarthritis: Losing weight to reduce pressure on the spine Eat food that reduce inflammation to bowels Changing lifestyle e.g. to stop smoking and alcohol consumption Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation as electrical device is put on the lower spine to stimulate nerves