What is the meaning of articular facet sclerosis

In clinical practice, patients who develop articular surface sclerosis are those whose bones in the joints have proliferated and degenerated, causing osteoarthritis to occur and hardening the cartilage of the joint surfaces. When this phenomenon occurs, the patient may feel pain and swelling in the joint area. In severe cases, deformation of the joint may occur, affecting the flexion and extension of the joint. A CT film or X-ray of the joint area can be taken to make a clear diagnosis. During treatment, patients should be instructed to reduce the weight-bearing activities of the joints. In addition, we should pay attention to the warmth of the joint area, and can take hot compress treatment, and give Chinese medicine fumigation. Intra-articular injection of sodium vitrate can nourish the synovial membrane and cartilage. The patient can be instructed to take oral antiosteogenic drugs or calcium and vitamin D. The patient can be instructed to perform appropriate exercises in the joint area. Strengthening the muscles of the joints and increasing the stability of the joints can help to relieve clinical symptoms.