Arthritis Pain Management
Clinic in Colwood
Been told you "just have to live with it"? We disagree. Managing pain means better golf games, easier gardening, and enjoying the West Shore lifestyle without constant aching.
Is This You?
🤕 Dull Ache
A constant, throbbing ache in your joints that gets worse when the weather changes.
✊ Weak Grip
You find yourself dropping things or struggling to open jars because your hands feel weak and painful.
⚙️ Grinding
You feel or hear a grinding, gritty sensation (crepitus) when you move the joint.
🎈 Swelling
The joint feels puffy, warm, or swollen, especially after activity or at the end of the day.
Beyond "Wear and Tear"
Why the bone isn't the only source of pain.
Protective Tension
Osteoarthritis involves cartilage wear, but the pain often isn't just from the bone rubbing. The pain frequently comes from the surrounding muscles working overtime to "splint" or protect the unstable joint, and from systemic inflammation making the nerves hyper-sensitive. Treating the muscle tension and inflammation often relieves the majority of the pain.
Our Management Toolkit
We combine gentle therapy with lifestyle changes.
Your Management Roadmap
The Assessment
We assess range of motion and identify muscular guarding.
The Relief
Gentle techniques to relax muscle tension and improve circulation to the joint.
The Strategy
Lifestyle, diet, and movement changes to minimize flare-ups long-term.
Trusted by 800+ West Shore Residents
Kind Words from Our Patients
Recent 5-Star Reviews from your neighbors in Colwood & Langford.
Common Questions
Is deep tissue massage safe for arthritis?
During a flare-up, deep tissue is often too aggressive. We use specialized pain management techniques to calm the nervous system and reduce inflammation without causing further irritation.
Can you stop arthritis from getting worse?
We cannot reverse bone changes, but we CAN slow the progression. By keeping the joint mobile and the surrounding muscles strong, we reduce the pressure that causes wear and tear.
Do I need to stop golfing/gardening?
Often, no! We can help you modify your mechanics so you can continue doing what you love with less pain.
Enjoy Life Again
Serving Colwood, Langford, and the West Shore. Appointments often available same-week.
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