Unless you have a medical degree, you might be under the impression that arthritis is a singular condition – the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness that only gets worse with age. Actually, however, there are several different types of arthritis. Two of the most common forms are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Even though their symptoms can be similar, there are significant differences between the two that are important to understand to determine ... [Read More]
Arthritis
What Causes Arthritis Pain?
Pain is expected with arthritis. Inflammation in the joints causes pain. Swelling and stiffness are common symptoms that accompany arthritis and, depending on the severity of the disease and the type of arthritis, the symptoms can range from mild to extreme and will decrease the affected person’s range of motion. Pain symptoms increase over time as the condition worsens. A number of factors cause arthritic pain. A few follow below. Cartilage Depletion Cartilage cushions the bones in their ... [Read More]
