How Chiropractic Care Can Help With Arthritis

Arthritis is one of the most common causes of joint pain and stiffness—affecting millions of people every year. Whether it’s the dull ache of osteoarthritis or the inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis, it can make everyday tasks more difficult and draining.

While many people think of chiropractic care only for back or neck pain, it can also be a valuable part of managing arthritis naturally. At Lolo Wellness, we help people with arthritis move more comfortably and feel more in control of their pain.

🔍 Understanding Arthritis

There are many types of arthritis, but the two most common are:

• Osteoarthritis (OA):The “wear and tear” type. Over time, the cartilage that cushions your joints breaks down, leading to pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA):An autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system attacks its own joint tissues, causing inflammation, swelling, and joint damage.

While chiropractic care can’t "cure" arthritis, it can support the joints, reduce stress on affected areas, prevent further degeneration, and improve how your body functions overall.

👐 How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Gentle chiropractic adjustments and supportive therapies can help:

✅ Reduce joint restrictions and improve range of motion

✅ Ease muscle tension surrounding stiff joints

✅ Enhance overall movement and flexibility

✅ Improve posture to reduce pressure on affected joints

✅ Support nervous system function, which plays a role in pain perception

At Lolo Wellness, we tailor every treatment to your unique needs. For people with arthritis, this often means gentler, low-force techniques that are safe and effective—even if the joints are sensitive or inflamed. With the use of our adjuster and percussor tools as well as cold laser therapy, treatment is comfortable while providing the right amount of movement through the body.

💡 What Does a Chiropractic Visit for Arthritis Look Like?

During your visit, Dr. Aleem Remtulla will assess your spine and joints to identify areas of restriction or compensation. Treatment might include:

• Gentle spinal or extremity mobilizations and use of an adjuster instrument

• Soft tissue work or myofascial release

• Use of cold laser therapy to penetrate into the joint

• Stretching and mobility exercises

• Posture or ergonomic advice

• Recommendations for at-home care or movement routines

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We may also recommend integrating massage therapy or acupuncture into your wellness plan—both of which can help reduce pain and inflammation naturally.

🧘‍♂️ Movement Is Key

One of the biggest challenges with arthritis is the temptation to move less because of pain. But over time, inactivity can make things worse. Chiropractic care encourages safe, consistent movement to help protect joint function and improve quality of life.

📅 Ready to Move Easier?

If arthritis has been slowing you down, don’t wait for it to get worse. Chiropractic care at our Lower Lonsdale clinic, Lolo Wellness, may be just what your joints need to feel supported, mobile, and strong again.

We’re here to help you move better, with less pain—and more confidence.