About Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that causes pain and loss of mobility or joint function. It can greatly diminish the quality of life of sufferers, particularly when it affects small joints, such as those in the hand.
Osteoarthritis is the most common rheumatic disease and is second only to cardiovascular disease in producing chronic disability.
Osteoarthritis is not a passive 'wear and tear' phenomenon, as was believed until recently. It is an active disease with a complex underlying pathology.
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Arthritis in the knee and hip: The knee is the largest synovial joint in the body and is commonly affected by arthritis as is the hip and the ankle, as well as the foot. Arthritis is more common in weight bearing joints and so is more frequently seen in the lower limb than the upper limb. Read more here: http://www.thekneedoc.co.uk/content.asp?article=67§ion=16 | Arthritis in the shoulder: Osteoarthritis of the shoulder is less common in comparison to many other joints, principally the hips, knees, and hands. It is nonetheless a debilitating problem and can have a significant impact on the patient's life. Read more here: http://www.shoulderdoc.co.uk/article.asp?section=24 |
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