Joint Pain

Alpenglow Pain & Wellness

Board Certified Interventional Pain Management Physicians & Board Certified Anesthesiologists located in Anchorage, AK

Joint Pain

Joint pain can make even simple daily activities difficult — from walking and exercising to sleeping comfortably and staying active with family and work responsibilities. Whether caused by arthritis, injury, inflammation, or chronic overuse, joint pain can significantly impact your mobility and quality of life.

At Alpenglow Pain & Wellness in Anchorage, Alaska, Nichelle C. Renk, MD, who is board-certified in anesthesiology and interventional pain management, and Gavin Nixon, DO, who is board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, provide comprehensive, personalized care for acute and chronic joint pain. Our team focuses on identifying the source of your discomfort and creating individualized treatment plans designed to reduce pain, restore function, and improve mobility.

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What Causes Joint Pain?

Joint pain can affect nearly any joint in the body, including the knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, wrists, ankles, and small joints of the hands and feet.

Common causes of joint pain include:

Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory arthritis
Joint injuries and trauma
Tendonitis and bursitis
Cartilage degeneration
Overuse and repetitive strain injuries
Sports-related injuries
Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction
Labral tears and joint instability
Gout and inflammatory conditions

Joint pain may develop gradually over time due to wear and tear or suddenly after an injury or inflammatory flare.

Symptoms of Joint Pain

Symptoms vary depending on the underlying condition and severity of inflammation but may include:

Aching or throbbing pain
Joint stiffness
Swelling and inflammation
Reduced range of motion
Weakness or instability
Clicking or grinding sensations
Pain with activity or movement
Difficulty walking, lifting, or exercising

Some patients may also experience warmth, tenderness, or visible swelling around the affected joint.

Common Areas of Joint Pain

We commonly treat pain involving the:

Knees
Hips
Shoulders
Sacroiliac (SI) joints
Elbows
Wrists and hands
Ankles and feet

Joint Pain Treatments

At Alpenglow Pain & Wellness, we use advanced diagnostic evaluation and imaging to determine the source of your joint pain and develop a customized treatment plan tailored to your symptoms and goals.

Treatment options may include:

Conservative & Supportive Therapies

Physical therapy and corrective exercise
Lifestyle and activity modifications
Bracing and supportive devices
Nutritional support and supplements
Acupuncture and integrative therapies
Pain psychology and stress management
Limited medication management when appropriate

Interventional Pain Management

Joint injections
Corticosteroid injections
Hyaluronic acid injections
Sacroiliac (SI) joint injections
Bursa injections
Trigger point injections
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA)
Cooled radiofrequency treatment
Image-guided minimally invasive procedures

Regenerative & Wellness Medicine

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy
Red light therapy to support healing, reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and help relieve joint and musculoskeletal pain

Our goal is to reduce inflammation, improve joint function, restore mobility, and help you return to the activities you enjoy with less pain and greater confidence.

If joint pain is limiting your daily activities or affecting your quality of life, contact Alpenglow Pain & Wellness today to schedule a consultation and learn more about your treatment options.

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