Arthritis is a common disease which causes chronic pain and loss of movement because of damage to the joints of the body.
1% of world population is affected by arthritis.
The Joints
A joint (articulation) is point of contact between bones or between bone and cartilage.
There are over 100 different forms of arthritis. The most common forms are:
? rheumatoid arthritis
? psoriatic arthritis
? autoimmune diseases
? Septic arthritis etc.
Signs and symptoms
Regardless of the type of arthritis, the common symptoms for all arthritis disorders include varied levels of pain, swelling, joint stiffness and sometimes a constant ache around the joint(s).
? Inability to use the hand or walk
? Malaise and a feeling of tiredness
? Fever
? Weight loss
? Poor sleep
? Muscle aches and pains
? Tenderness
? Difficulty moving the joint
Disability
Arthritis is the most common cause of disability
Arthritis makes it very difficult for the individual to remain physically active.
Many individuals who have arthritis also suffer from obesity, high cholesterol or have heart disease.
Individuals with arthritis also become depressed and have fear of worsening symptoms
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