Arthritis Pain

Arthritis Pain

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Chronic swelling and inflammation of the joints are often signs of arthritis. Arthritis can cause joint pain and stiffness that limits range of motion and movement. Arthritis generally takes time to develop and is very common in older people. In fact, the CDC estimates that around 50 percent of adults over the age of 65 have at least one form of arthritis pain. While there is no cure, there are many different treatment options available for arthritis pain relief, including physical therapy, medications, and joint injections. Without treatment, arthritis can be completely debilitating. 

Hip Arthritis

One common area where arthritis is a problem is the hip joint. When this area swells, it causes extreme hip pain, which makes simple movements such as walking or bending very hard. The hip is a major weight-bearing joint, so it is especially at risk for osteoarthritis. 

Knee Arthritis

The knees are also a primary weight-bearing joint, which means they can be very susceptible to osteoarthritis. This causes knee pain that makes it hard to get around or do any movements that have a large impact. Additional risk factors for this type of arthritis include obesity, age, injury, and heredity. 

Osteoarthritis Pain

As the most common type of arthritis, osteoarthrosis is a major problem for many people as they age. It occurs as the cartilage in the joints deteriorates due to age, normal wear and tear, or injury or trauma. Normally, cartilage acts as a cushion for the bones that form the joint, so without this, the bones may begin to rub on each other. Usually, osteoarthritis pain occurs in the knees, hips, and back and is a major cause of lower back pain, hip pain, and knee pain.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is another very common type of arthritis. It’s a type of auto-immune disease where your body mistakenly begins to attack the joint tissues, causing swelling, inflammation, and joint pain. This kind of arthritis can also cause fluid to build up in the joints, limiting your mobility and possibly causing permanent joint damage if not corrected.

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Author

Neil Verma, MD Chief Medical Officer - *The opinions expressed herein are solely the opinions of the author. Information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Should you need medical advice, see your physician.