Gout

Gout is a very common, painful form of arthritis which causes swelling, redness and stiffness of the joints. Gout is caused by increased levels of uric acid in the tissues and blood from abnormal metabolism.

Symptoms:

• Warmth and redness
• Swollen joint
• Pain and tenderness of the big toe
• Formation of uric acid crystals called tophi

Investigations

• X-ray
• Uric acid Testing

Non-surgical Treatment:

• Dry Needling
• Steroid and Hyaluronic Acid Image Guided Injections
• High Volume Injections
• Image Guided Calcific Barbotage