Conditions We Treat
Osteoarthritis Treatment in Manassas, VA
Osteoarthritis treatment in Manassas, VA focuses on easing joint pain and stiffness and helping you keep moving. Our rheumatology team confirms the diagnosis, rules out inflammatory arthritis, and builds a plan that may include exercise guidance, medication, and in-office joint injections.
- Board-certified rheumatologists
- Most insurance plans accepted
- Mon to Fri, 8am to 5pm
Nonsurgical options
Joint injections in office
What Is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. It develops when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones gradually breaks down, and the whole joint, including bone, ligaments, and lining, changes over time. OA most often affects the knees, hips, hands, neck, and lower back.
Common Symptoms
- Joint pain that worsens with activity and improves with rest
- Stiffness after rest or in the morning, usually lasting less than 30 minutes
- Reduced range of motion
- A grating or crackling feeling when the joint moves
- Bony enlargements, especially in finger joints
- Occasional swelling
Causes and Risk Factors
OA risk increases with age, prior joint injury, excess body weight, repetitive joint stress, family history, and joint alignment problems. Women are more likely to develop OA, especially after age 50.
How We Evaluate Osteoarthritis
Diagnosis is based on your symptoms, a joint exam, and imaging such as X-rays. Musculoskeletal ultrasound can show fluid and soft tissue changes, and joint aspiration can rule out gout or infection when a joint is swollen. Blood tests may help exclude rheumatoid arthritis.
Treatment Options
- Exercise, strengthening, and weight management, which are core treatments for knee and hip OA
- Topical or oral anti-inflammatory medications when appropriate
- Corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections for flares or persistent pain
- PRP injections for selected patients
- Bracing, assistive devices, and physical therapy
- Referral to an orthopedic surgeon when joint replacement may be helpful
When to Seek Care
Schedule a visit if joint pain limits your daily activities, a joint swells or locks, or home measures are no longer helping. A rheumatologist can also check whether another type of arthritis is involved.
Next steps
Get evaluated in Manassas
Call (703) 361-3255 or request an appointment online. Our Manassas office is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
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How We Help
Services Used to Evaluate and Treat Osteoarthritis
These in-office services may be part of your evaluation or treatment plan.
Corticosteroid, hyaluronic acid, and PRP joint injections as one part of a broader treatment plan.
Platelet-rich plasma injections for certain joint, tendon, and ligament problems.
Radiation-free, real-time imaging of joints, tendons, and soft tissue to look for inflammation.
Removing and testing fluid from a swollen joint to help find the cause, such as gout or infection.
Your Care Team
Rheumatology Clinicians Who Treat Osteoarthritis
Our board-certified rheumatologists and nurse practitioners care for patients with osteoarthritis at our Manassas office.
Nurse practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
FAQs
Osteoarthritis Questions
Answers to common questions from patients in Manassas and across Northern Virginia.
Is osteoarthritis just part of aging?
Age is a risk factor, but OA is not inevitable, and pain is not something you simply have to accept. Many treatments can reduce symptoms and improve function.
Does exercise help or hurt arthritic joints?
Appropriate exercise usually helps. Strengthening and low-impact activity support the joint and reduce pain over time. Your clinician can suggest a safe starting point.
How long do joint injections last?
It varies. Some patients get relief for weeks to months. Learn more about joint injections.
Will I need a joint replacement?
Many people manage OA for years without surgery. If conservative care stops working, we can refer you to an orthopedic surgeon.
Related Conditions
Related Conditions We Treat
Many rheumatic conditions share symptoms or occur together. Learn about related conditions.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Inflammatory joint pain, swelling, and stiffness
Gout & Pseudogout
Crystal-related joint flares
Bursitis & Tendinitis
Soft tissue pain and inflammation
Osteoporosis & Osteopenia
Low bone density and fracture risk
Psoriatic Arthritis
Joint inflammation linked to psoriasis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Hand numbness, tingling, and weakness
Request an Appointment
Schedule a Visit for Osteoarthritis
Request an appointment online or call (703) 361-3255 to be evaluated at our Manassas office.
