Osteoarthritis - Signs and Symptoms Call us at 9810633876

Feb. 15, 2011 - PRLog -- Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative arthritis degenerative joint disease, OA, or osteoarthrosis, is a form of arthritis caused by inflammation, breakdown, and the eventual loss of cartilage in the joints - the cartilage wears down over time.

Osteoarthritis is a progressive disease; signs and symptoms gradually worsen over time. There is no cure. However, available therapies may help with pain and swelling (inflammation), as well as keeping the patient mobile and active. Experts say that patients who take steps to actively manage their osteoarthritis are more likely to gain control over their symptoms.

Any joint in the body may be affected. However, the disease is most likely to affects the patient's:
•   Hands
•   Hips
•   Knees
•   Lower back
•   Neck
Osteoarthritis has three characteristics:
•   Bony growths develop around the edge of joints.
•   It damages cartilage - Cartilage is the part of the joint that cushions the ends of the bones and allows easy movement of joints.
•   Synovitis - there is mild inflammation of the tissues around the joints.
Signs and Symptoms
Osteoarthritis is more common among females than males, especially after the age of 50 years. Most commonly, it develops in people aged over 40. Younger people may also be affected; usually after an injury or as a result of another joint condition.
Osteoarthritis has as its main symptoms:
•   Pain
•   Problems moving affected joints.
•   Stiffness - more severe on waking up in the morning, and improves within 30 minutes when the individual starts moving about.
•  Affected joints are larger than usual
•  After not moving the joint for a while pain and stiffness may worsen
•  Joints are warm
•  Loss of muscle bulk
•  Tenderness in the affected joint
•  The affected joints will have a limited range of movements
•  The patient may experience a grating or crackling sound/sensation in the affected joint

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