All about Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA), also called osteoarthroses or degenerative joint disease, is the most common type of arthritis. OA is a chronic condition characterized by the breakdown of the joint’s cartilage. The breakdown of cartilage causes the bones to rub against each other, causing stiffness, pain and loss of movement in the joint. Learn more.
Rheumatoid arthritis (rue-ma-TOYD arth-write-tis) is a chronic disease, mainly characterized by inflammation of the lining, or synovium, of the joints. It can lead to long-term joint damage, resulting in chronic pain, loss of function and disability. Learn more.
Juvenile arthritis (JA) refers to any form of arthritis or an arthritis-related condition that develops in children or teenagers who are less than 18 years of age. Approximately 294,000 children under the age of 18 are affected by pediatric arthritis and rheumatologic conditions. Learn more.
Arthritis News & Updates
Extra Weight Increases Risk of Psoriatic Arthritis
Arthritis Today - 10/12/2012
Especially among people with psoriasis, the heaviest people are most likely to develop this form of inflammatory arthritis. Read MoreShuzi Health Jewelry Receives Ease-of-Use Commendation
Arthritis.org - 10/12/2012
Shuzi Health Jewelry has received the Ease-of-Use Commendation for being easy to use by people with arthritis. Read MoreNature's Stride Products Receive Ease-of-Use Commendation
Arthritis.org - 10/12/2012
Nature's Stride clogs, comfort shoes and gel inserts received the Arthritis Foundation Ease-of-Use commendation for being easy to use by people with arthritis. Read MoreMeningitis Outbreak Traced to Steroid Injections
Arthritis Today - 10/08/2012
CDC calls for patients who received spinal injections of methylprednisolone to contact their doctors. Read MoreJoin Us On:
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