Degenerative arthritis generally occurs in people in their middle age due to the wear and tear of cartilage and joints. It is normal during the aging process. Of course, it is not possible to reverse the condition of cartilage loss but still with the advanced treatments available these days there can be some relief. The following are the treatments of degenerative arthritis:

Arthritis medicines: Physicians normally rely on Analgesics, NSAID's etc. for pain relief in patients. Calcium and mineral supplements are used to minimize cartilage damage. This also includes use of topical creams. However, medicines differ and depend according to the patients.

Therapies for degenerative arthritis: Cold applications and heat therapy help in aching joints and thus reduce the pain in joints.

Physiotherapy: This therapy includes exercises which help in muscle strengthening and flexibility of joints. These exercises also reduce pain and stiffness.

Intra-articular treatments for degenerative arthritis: Intra-articular corticosteroids can help in case of joint ache and inflammation.

Surgical treatments: Arthroscopy and total joint replacement surgery can be used as treatments in case of chronic degenerative arthritis.

Apart from these, if obesity is the cause of degenerative arthritis then weight loss will bring in some relief.

It is important to take up regular exercises which help in strengthening muscles to prevent further loss of cartilage. Following a good exercise regime along with medications and other treatments, can help in treating this condition.