Arthritis: Restriction of Joint Movement



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Although the word "arthritis" means joint inflammation, the term is used to describe around 200 rheumatic diseases and conditions that affect joints, the tissues that surround the joint, and other connective tissue.

The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis. Other common rheumatic conditions related to arthritis include gout, fibromyalgia, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Fast facts on arthritis
Here are some key points about arthritis
  • "Arthritis" defines around 200 rheumatic disease and conditions that affect joints.
  • Rheumatic diseases include various types of arthritis, as well as osteoporosis and systemic connective tissue diseases.
  • Types of arthritis such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis affect multiple organs and cause a long list of symptoms.
  • Arthritis can impair a person's ability to perform "everyday" tasks.
  • Physical activity has a positive effect on arthritis and can improve pain, function and mental health.
  • The most common comorbid condition experienced with arthritis is heart disease.
  • Factors in the development of arthritis include injury, abnormal metabolism, genetic makeup, infections and immune system dysfunction.
  • Treatment for arthritis aims to control pain, minimize joint damage and improve or maintain quality of life.
  • Arthritis is treated with a combination of medications, physical therapies and patient education and support.

What is arthritis?

skeleton of a man with joint pain
The term "arthritis" is used to describe numerous rheumatic diseases and conditions that affect joints.
Rheumatic conditions are typically characterized by pain, aching, stiffness and swelling in and around one or more joints. The symptoms can develop gradually or suddenly. Certain rheumatic conditions can also involve the immune system and various internal organs of the body.
Some forms of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus (SLE), can affect multiple organs and cause widespread symptoms.
Arthritis is more common among adults aged 65 years or older, but people of all ages (including children) can be affected.

Types of arthritis

There are around 200 types of arthritis - or musculoskeletal conditions - which are split into seven main groups

  1. Inflammatory arthritis
  2. Degenerative or mechanical arthritis
  3. Soft tissue musculoskeletal pain
  4. Back pain
  5. Connective tissue disease
  6. Infectious arthritis
  7. Metabolic arthritis

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