Medical methods
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs – NSAIDs - this group of drugs with similar analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect. These include "Aartal", "celebrex", "Movalis", etc. in coxarthrosis these drugs are used to eliminate inflammation of joints and relieve severe pain. It is not recommended to use them for a long time, because they have serious side effects, and also contribute to the suppression of the natural ability of articular cartilage to restore. If there is a need for long-term use of NSAIDs, it is recommended to apply the preparations of the new generation, antimaleware which is softer, but contraindications and side effects less.
Drugs for muscle relaxation – muscle relaxants – a group of drugs that are used to eliminate muscle spasm pain in coxarthrosis. In addition, these medications improve the blood supply to the joint. Muscle relaxants are also not recommended for prolonged use due to the presence of side effects. These include "Trackuri", "Mydocalm", "Norcuron", etc.
Vasodilator drugs ("Teknikal", "Actovegin", "Berlition") is a group of drugs that relax the smooth muscles of the blood vessels and promote their expansion. The use of these drugs in coxarthrosis leading to the removal of spasms of small blood vessels and elimination of the "night" of vascular pain by improving vascular blood supply. Drugs have little contraindications, give good results not only in pain relief, but also in the treatment of coxarthrosis in General.
Massage and gymnastics
Effective, useful and harmless method of relieving pain in coxarthrosis is a therapeutic massage. It helps to relieve the painful spasm and swelling of the muscles due to strengthen blood vessels and improve circulation. With regular use helps natural regeneration of cartilage. Massage can be performed independently. Use the following massage techniques: stroking, rubbing, light slap on the surface of the hip joint. It is also recommended to use professional methods of deep articular massage.
Massage in coxarthrosis is recommended in combination with regular physiotherapy, which also strengthens muscles and improves blood circulation. Gymnastic exercises should be performed gently and slowly, to gently develop the affected joint and not to hurt him. Soothe the pain and relieve tension in the muscles also helps execute arbitrary smooth movement of the pelvis in a warm bath.
