Arthritis is the nation’s number one cause of disability. Arthritis affects nearly 60 million adults and 300,000 children. Did you know there are more than 100 different arthritis and related conditions that damage the joints and often other organs?* Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases are common conditions that cause pain, swelling, and limited movement. They affect joints and connective tissues around the body.
Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases are more common in women than men. They are also often associated with aging. This is because the most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis, occurs more often in older adults. However, arthritis and other rheumatic diseases affect people of all ages.
What you should know: The three most common forms of arthritis are:
Osteoarthritis. This is the most common type of arthritis. It is a chronic disease of the joints, especially the weight-bearing joints of the knee, hip, and spine. Osteoarthritis destroys cartilage and narrows the joint space. It can also cause bone overgrowth, bone spurs, and reduced function. It occurs in most people as they age.
Fibromyalgia. This is a disease that causes chronic, widespread pain in muscles and soft tissues around the body.
Rheumatoid arthritis. This is an inflammatory disease of the lining of the joint (synovium). The inflammation may affect all of the joints.
Other forms of arthritis or related disorders include: Gout, Systemic Lupus, Scleroderma, Ankylosing spondylitis, and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).
To learn more about Arthritis, including causes, symptoms, treatment and more visit Piedmont Orthopedics.
*Source: Arthritis Foundation
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