Riverdale Location

6510 Kenilworth Ave. Suite 2300

Riverdale, MD 20737 US

240-355-5823

301-927-FOOT (3668)

(301) 927-3667

Takoma Park Location

7610 Carroll Ave. Suite 380

Takoma Park, MD 20912 US

240-355-5823

301-927-FOOT (3668)

(301) 927-3667

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Synovitis

Synovitis is inflammation of the tissues that line a joint. It is commonly associated with specific diseases such as arthritis or gout, but may also be the result of overuse or trauma. Symptoms of synovitis may include redness, swelling, warmth, and pain with joint motion.

Evaluation by a foot and ankle surgeon will help confirm the diagnosis, and help rule out other possible concerns such as fractures or infections. The surgeon may sample fluid from the joint to analyze for inflammatory cells, or may order xrays or other advanced imaging tests to better evaluate the affected joint.

Treatment for synovitis includes rest, ice, immobilization and oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, and may include steroid injections into the joint. Surgery may be indicated in longstanding cases.

Related Topics:
Gout
Rheumatoid Arthritis

Takoma Park Location

7610 Carroll Ave. Suite 380 Takoma Park, MD, 20912, US

Office Hours

Our Regular Schedule

Takoma Park Location

Monday:

1:00 pm-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

Closed

Wednesday:

9:00 am-4:00 pm

Thursday:

9:00 am-12:00 pm

Friday:

Closed

Saturday:

9:00 am-12:00 pm (Every other Saturday)

Sunday:

Closed

Riverdale Location

6510 Kenilworth Ave. Suite 2300 Riverdale, MD, 20737, US

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Riverdale Location

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

9:00 am-4:00 pm

Wednesday:

Closed

Thursday:

1:30 pm-4:00 pm

Friday:

10:00 am-4:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed