The term "arthritis" refers to joint inflammation. Inflammation is characterized by pain, heat, redness, and swelling. Rheumatism is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in joints, muscles, and connective tissue. Most inflammatory illnesses that affect the spine, muscles, tendons, bones, and joints are commonly referred to as "arthritis."
Arthritis comes in more than 140 different forms. Osteoarthritis, sometimes known as "wear and tear" or "degenerative" arthritis, is the most prevalent kind.
Osteoarthritis affects nearly all persons over the age of 60 and almost everyone over the age of 80. It happens as a result of mechanical failure in the joints' affected structures. The knees, hips, and spine are the major weight-bearing joints where this typically occurs. Except for the big toe, it frequently affects the hands but infrequently the feet or ankles. Osteoarthritis rarely affects the wrist, elbow, shoulder, or jaw, unless it occurs as a result of an injury or stress.
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