Arthritis

Arthritis is a common condition that can cause joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility. Symptoms may develop gradually and can affect daily activities such as walking, standing, lifting, or sleeping.

At Twin Creeks Orthopedics and Regenerative Clinic, we focus on evaluating joint symptoms and guiding appropriate nonsurgical care to improve function and reduce discomfort whenever possible.

Many patients seek care when symptoms persist despite rest, medications, or prior treatment.

Same-day appointments may be available for select conditions.

Do These Symptoms Sound Familiar?

• Joint pain or aching
• Stiffness, especially after rest or in the morning
• Swelling around a joint
• Reduced range of motion
• Pain with activity or weight-bearing
• Symptoms that gradually worsen over time

If so, an evaluation may help clarify the cause and next steps.

What is arthritis?

Arthritis refers to inflammation or degeneration of a joint. The most common type is osteoarthritis, which occurs when cartilage within the joint wears down over time.

As cartilage deteriorates, joints may become painful, stiff, and less mobile.

Arthritis may affect one joint or multiple joints and is commonly seen in the knees, hips, shoulders, and hands.

Common Causes and Risk Factors

Arthritis may be associated with:

• Age-related joint degeneration
• Previous joint injury
• Repetitive stress or overuse
• Genetic predisposition
• Inflammatory or autoimmune conditions
• Excess joint loading over time

Areas Commonly Affected

Arthritis can affect multiple joints, including:

• Knee
• Hip
• Shoulder
• Hand and wrist
• Foot and ankle

Learn more about joint-specific conditions on our Joint Pain page.

When Should You Seek Care?

Consider scheduling an evaluation if you experience:

• Persistent joint pain or stiffness
• Pain that limits daily activity
• Swelling or reduced mobility
• Symptoms that worsen over time
• Limited improvement with prior treatment

Early evaluation may help improve mobility and slow progression.

Our Approach to Arthritis Care

Care begins with a detailed evaluation to understand how arthritis is affecting your daily function. Treatment is individualized and may include:

Conservative Management

• Activity modification
• Guided rehabilitation and strengthening
• Anti-inflammatory strategies
• Joint support or bracing

Procedural Support

• Targeted injections to reduce inflammation
• Ultrasound-guided procedures for accuracy
• Advanced Nonsurgical Options (Select Patients)

Advanced Nonsurgical Options (Select Patients)

For some patients with persistent symptoms, additional options may be considered after careful evaluation. These may include:

• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
• Prolotherapy
• Other biologic-based treatments when appropriate

Schedule an Evaluation

If arthritis symptoms are limiting your daily activities, schedule an evaluation to discuss your condition and treatment options.

Twin Creeks Orthopedics and Regenerative Clinic provides nonsurgical orthopedic care in Allen, Texas.