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Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment - Arthritis Foundation
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that can affect the many tissues of the joint. It is by far the most common form of arthritis, affecting more than 32.5 million adults in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Treatments for Osteoarthritis | Arthritis Foundation
By Mary Anne Dunkin | June 15, 2022. Managing osteoarthritis (OA) pain and maintaining your ability to do daily activities involves physical activity and exercise, weight loss, healthy lifestyle changes and over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription medications. When these don’t sufficiently relieve pain, surgery may be an option. Work closely with your doctor to determine the best …
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments and More
Updated Oct, 15, 2021. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) causes joint inflammation and pain. It happens when the immune system doesn’t work properly and attacks the lining of the joints, called the synovium.
Arthritis Health Education | Arthritis A-Z - Arthritis Foundation
Arthritis is not one disease. Learn about the different types of arthritis, how they differ and why it’s important. Arthritis symptoms are complicated and varied, but this checklist can help you and your doctor figure out what’s going on. Learn when you need to see a doctor for joint problems ...
What Is Arthritis? | Arthritis Foundation
2022年6月9日 · Osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is by far the most common type of arthritis. It can damage almost any joint but mainly occurs in the hands, spine, hips and knees. OA was once considered a wear-and-tear disease in which cartilage — the protective layer on the ends of bones — wore down after years of use.
Information for Osteoarthritis Patients | Arthritis Foundation
Traditionally thought of as a disease related to aging and "wear and tear," osteoarthritis (OA) is now recognized as a disease of the whole joint. By far the most common form of arthritis, OA does not yet have any drugs that can slow or modify …
Arthritis Treatment - Arthritis Foundation
Get more information about treatment goals for inflammatory arthritis, which includes both pain management and the prevention of joint and organ damage. Learn how a physical therapist can help develop a treatment plan for arthritis and other …
Treatments for Rheumatoid Arthritis
By Mary Anne Dunkin | June 12, 2022. Getting control of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and the inflammation that fuels it involves medication, physical activity and living a healthy lifestyle. You should work closely with your doctor and other health care professionals to create a treatment plan that works well for you.
Types of Arthritis Pain - Arthritis Foundation
Osteoarthritis. In osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative disease that affects the whole joint, the protective cartilage and fluid break down over time, making joint movement difficult and painful.Eventually, bones of the joint may rub directly against one another, causing severe pain. Inflammation is also involved in the process of OA, which most commonly affects knees, hips, …