Arthritis means “inflammation of a joint.” There are several conditions that can cause joint inflammation, or arthritis. The treatment of arthritis will depend on what underlying problem is causing your joint problem.
Wear-and-Tear Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)
Osteoarthritis is a condition that is caused by the combination of several factors. While it is often called ‘wear-and-tear’ arthritis, this condition […]
Arthritis is a broad term applied to any kind of joint disease. There are more than 100 disorders that can cause arthritis- some of the arthritic illnesses affect not only the joints but also the skin and other internal organs.It is also essential to distinguish arthritic illnesses from various other disorders like fibromyalgia that can […]
There is no one single arthritis disease, but rather over 100, and each has its own list of causes, symptoms, and treatment methods. Although each separate arthritis disease is very different, one of the most commonly reported symptoms of any arthritis condition is pain, and this is why the issue of learning how to deal […]
Arthritis is basically the breakdown of cartilage. The joints gradually lose cartilage, which is a gel-like, shock-absorbing substance that prevents adjacent bones from grinding against each other. Cartilage naturally protects the joint, allowing for smooth movement, and absorbing shock when pressure is focused on the joint. With damaged or weakened cartilage, the bones rub together, […]
Currently, there are more than 100 different medications used to treat the pain, stiffness, and inflammation of arthritis. This stems from the fact that there are more than 100 different types of arthritis. Additionally, each individual who has arthritis may or may not respond to treatment. Oftentimes, it can take several years to find the […]
People with arthritis oftentimes find themselves in a Catch-22 situation. Their rational mind tells them that gentle exercise can help to relieve the pain they are experiencing. Their physical body is screaming “it hurts to walk; you can’t possibly expect me to exercise!” So, what is a person to do and how can they overcome […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 40 million Americans are currently living with arthritis. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States; with the annual cost to the U.S. economy being estimated at more than $130 billion.
Studies have shown that people who suffer from arthritis can […]