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Arthritis Chiropractic Care in Greely, Ottawa

Arthritis is a common condition that affects the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. At McIntosh Chiropractic in Greely, Ottawa, we provide gentle, evidence-informed chiropractic care to help support joint movement, posture, and long-term spinal health for patients living with arthritis.

Arthritis chiropractor in Greely, Ottawa helping patient with knee joint pain

Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Arthritis and Its Management

What Is Arthritis?

Arthritis is a term used to describe conditions that cause inflammation, stiffness, and pain in the joints. It can affect one joint or multiple joints throughout the body, including the spine, hips, knees, shoulders, and hands. Over time, arthritis can limit how freely a person moves and may lead to changes in posture and daily function.

Common Types of Arthritis:

Arthritis exists in several forms, with the most common including:

1. Osteoarthritis (OA)

  • Caused by progressive breakdown of joint cartilage

  • Develops from aging, overuse, or joint injury

  • Leads to bone-on-bone friction, stiffness, and pain

  • Most commonly affects:

    • Knees

    • Hips

    • Spine

    • Hands

2. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

  • A chronic autoimmune disease

  • The immune system attacks the joint lining

  • Causes persistent inflammation, swelling, and joint damage

  • Can affect the entire body, including:

    • Heart

    • Lungs

    • Blood vessels

  • Often leads to fatigue, fever, and deformity if untreated

3. Other Major Forms of Arthritis

  • Gout – caused by uric acid crystal buildup in joints, producing sudden and intense pain

  • Psoriatic Arthritis – linked to psoriasis, causing joint pain, stiffness, and skin inflammation

  • Ankylosing Spondylitis – a spinal inflammatory disease that can cause the vertebrae to fuse, leading to reduced mobility

Each type of arthritis affects movement differently, which is why personalized care is important.

Common Arthritis Symptoms

People living with arthritis may experience:

  • Persistent joint pain or aching

  • Joint stiffness, especially after waking up or periods of inactivity

  • Swelling, warmth, or tenderness around affected joints

  • Reduced range of motion and flexibility

  • Fatigue or discomfort during or after physical activity

How Arthritis Affects Movement and Posture

When joints become stiff or painful, the body naturally begins to compensate. This can lead to altered posture, uneven movement, and additional strain on the spine and surrounding muscles. Over time, these compensations may contribute to back pain, neck tension, and reduced overall mobility.

Supporting proper movement and alignment is an important part of managing arthritis and maintaining long-term function.

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Arthritis

Chiropractic care focuses on improving how the joints and spine move together. For people with arthritis, this may help:

  • Reduces joint stiffness and rigidity

  • Improves spinal and overall joint mobility

  • Supports proper posture and balance

  • Decreases strain on surrounding muscles and connective tissues

  • Promotes smoother, more comfortable, and more efficient movement

What to Expect at McIntosh Chiropractic

Dr. Ian McIntosh provides personalized chiropractic care in a calm, private, home-based clinic in Greely. Each visit begins with a detailed assessment of posture, movement, and joint function so care can be tailored to your needs.

If you have arthritis, your care plan is designed to support comfort, mobility, and long-term spinal health at a pace that feels right for you.

Arthritis Chiropractic Care in Greely and South Ottawa


McIntosh Chiropractic proudly serves patients in Greely and the surrounding South Ottawa communities. Our home-based clinic provides a quieter, more personal environment for individuals seeking chiropractic care for arthritis, joint stiffness, and movement concerns.If arthritis is affecting your quality of life, chiropractic care may help support better movement and comfort.

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