According to the Arthritis Foundation, more than 50 million Americans suffer from arthritis — and there are more than 100 different kids of arthritis and musculoskeletal recognized by the medical community. Arthritis is an often painful condition that causes swelling, inflammation, and stiffness of the joints. Over time, this can lead to changes in mobility and even disability.
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Thumb Arthritis: Symptoms, Treatments, & More
Arthritis at the base of the thumb is one of the most common sites of osteoarthritis in the hand.Learn More
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What Is Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery?
Your doctor may recommend this surgery if you have severe damage to your rotator cuff or the muscles don’t work properly, as with cases of rheumatoid arthritis.Learn More
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Recognize Common Health Concerns in Seniors Early
Osteoarthritis is common in older adults as the cartilage in your joints wears away. Your joints begin to feel stiff and painful, and may even swell.Learn More
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Natural Arthritis Remedies: Treating Pain at Home
While arthritis treatments like pain medication and bracing can be effective in managing pain, there are a number of at-home and natural remedies for relieving discomfort in your joints that are gaining in popularity.Learn More
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Is Cracking Knuckles Bad for You?
The idea that cracking your knuckles leads to arthritis is most likely an urban legend starting by family and friends who were tired of listening to the sound.Learn More
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Medical Mondays: Hip Replacement
Pain in your hip from arthritis or other causes can be debilitating and interfere with your quality of life.Learn More
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Occupational Therapy for Arthritis and Other Hand Disorders
For those with osteoarthritis (a type of arthritis that occurs when flexible tissue at the ends of bones wears down) or rheumatoid arthritis (a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints) of the hands, pain can seem like a constant in their lives.Learn More
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Ankle Arthritis Treatment Options
Ankle arthritis involves the loss of the normal cartilage in the ankle.Learn More
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Knee Arthritis: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
There are three different types of arthritis that can affect the knee, with the most common being osteoarthritis or arthritis from wear and tear.Learn More
