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CPMC Osteoarthritis Care

You don't need to silently suffer through arthritis. Many safe treatments can reduce pain and stiffness. If pain in your joints, muscles or bones is severe and lasts more than a few days, you should see your primary care physician (PCP). Arthritis specialists at California Pacific Medical Center, including rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons and rehabilitation physicians, will work with you and your PCP to create a customized treatment plan.

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Osteoarthritis Care within the Sutter Health network

The Sutter Health network has doctors and services in more than 100 California cities.

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    Complete, Effective Arthritis Care

    If you have osteoarthritis, you’re not alone. One in five Americans has some form of arthritis (120 different types exist), and one in three people with arthritis experience job limitations due to the disease.

    Thankfully, you can make a significant difference in your symptoms and mobility by seeking early diagnosis and prompt treatment. Sutter Health network doctors offer a large number of options including:

    • Arthrocentesis — This procedure involves removing fluid from the joint to aid with diagnostics or relieve discomfort.
    • Joint Injections — These can deliver medications, such as corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid, directly to your joints to relieve pain and inflammation.
    • Pain Medications — These can include over-the-counter pain medications such as acetaminophen and NSAIDs (ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen). Or, your doctor may prescribe medications like corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
    • Physical and Occupational Therapy — Physical and occupational therapists can help you maintain mobility to do everyday tasks like using a kitchen knife or a pen, or negotiating your steps.
    • Surgery — If your arthritis becomes debilitating and medication no longer helps, your doctor may recommend surgery. Experienced orthopedic surgeons offer numerous options to repair or replace the affected joints and tissues. These procedures may involve fusing your joint to build strength, resurfacing the joint or replacing the entire joint with an implant.

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    Pain Research

    Sutter Health Pain Research
    In medicine, pain relates to the perception of a sensation that hurts. Only the person who is experiencing the pain can describe it properly. Research seeks to understand all types of pain, how to stop it or how to lessen it to improve a person’s quality of life.

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    Doctors at California Pacific Medical Center

    The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
    Pedro J. Ruiz, M.D.

    Pedro J. Ruiz, M.D.

    • Rheumatology

    Ishita Aggarwal, M.D.

    Ishita Aggarwal, M.D.

    • Rheumatology

    Neal S. Birnbaum, M.D.

    Neal S. Birnbaum, M.D.

    • Rheumatology

    Molly D. Magnano, M.D.

    Molly D. Magnano, M.D.

    • Rheumatology

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    CPMC Pacific Heights Outpatient Center | 2333 Buchanan Street

    CPMC Pacific Heights Outpatient Center | 2333 Buchanan Street

    2333 Buchanan Street

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 600-6000

    CPMC Mission Bernal Campus & Orthopedic Institute

    CPMC Mission Bernal Campus & Orthopedic Institute

    3555 Cesar Chavez Street

    San Francisco, CA 94110

    (415) 600-6000

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