Arthritis providers in Mexico City

Healthcare Providers in Mexico City

Find and book appointments with English-speaking healthcare providers for Arthritis in Mexico City.

Manage arthritis symptoms with care from English-speaking rheumatologists in Mexico. Our specialists provide pain management strategies, anti-inflammatory treatments, and joint health recommendations for travelers with arthritis.

Dr Christian Garcia

Dr Christian Garcia

Orthopedist

5.0

UNAM graduate

10+ years of experience

2.26 km from Parque Mexico, Mexico City

Detailed Explanations • Knowledgeable • Proficient in English

Common visit reasons are Arthritis, Foot Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation

In-clinic availability

Dr Mario Javier Ortiz de Montellano Gallaga

Dr Mario Javier Ortiz de Montellano Gallaga

Orthopedist

9+ years of experience

1.47 km from Parque Mexico, Mexico City

Common visit reasons are Arthritis, Foot Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation

Common

No available timeslots

Dr Mariana Orozco Hernández

Dr Mariana Orozco Hernández

Physiotherapist

0.77 km from Angel of Independance, Mexico City

Common visit reasons are Arthritis, Sports Injury, Tendonitis

In-clinic availability

Fri

Jun 13

3

Appts

Sat

Jun 14

No Appts

Sun

Jun 15

No Appts

Mon

Jun 16

No Appts

Tue

Jun 17

No Appts

Wed

Jun 18

No Appts

Thu

Jun 19

No Appts

Fri

Jun 20

3

Appts

Sat

Jun 21

No Appts

Arthritis encompasses over 100 conditions causing joint inflammation, with the most common being osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear degeneration) and rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune inflammation). These conditions cause joint pain, stiffness, swelling, reduced range of motion, and sometimes systemic symptoms like fatigue. Travel can exacerbate arthritis through climate changes (humidity and pressure changes affect joint pain), increased activity, disrupted medication routines, and diet changes. Managing symptoms while traveling is important to maintain mobility, prevent flare-ups that could disrupt plans, and avoid permanent joint damage in inflammatory types. Diagnosis involves physical examination, blood tests for inflammatory markers and antibodies, and sometimes imaging studies. Treatment approaches include anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs for autoimmune types, physical therapy, joint injections (corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid), supportive devices, and lifestyle modifications. Mexican rheumatologists typically provide more time for comprehensive evaluations than US counterparts, with many offering integrative approaches combining conventional medicine with evidence-based complementary therapies. Prescription medications are often significantly less expensive in Mexico, offering substantial savings for travelers needing refills.