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About Arthritis
The word arthritis is used to describe pain, swelling 
and stiffness in a joint or joints. Arthritis isn’t a 
single condition and there are several different 
types.
If you have pain in or around a joint or joints that 
doesn’t go away after a few days, you should see a 
doctor. 
Finding out what’s causing your pain is key to 
finding the right treatment and self-help options.
Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints in the 
body. 
What is a joint and 
how does it work?
A joint is where two or more bones meet, such 
as in the fingers, knees, and shoulders. Joints 
hold bones in place and allow them to move 
freely within limits.
Types of Arthritis
01 Ankylosing 04 Osteoarthritis
Spondylitis
02 Reactive Arthritis 05 Psoriatic Arthritis
03 Juvenile Arthritis 06 Rheumatoid arthritis
Ankylosing 
0 Spondylitis
Ankylosing Spondylitis is arthritis that 
1 affects the spine. It often involves redness, heat, swelling, and pain in the spine or in the joint where the bottom of the spine 
joins the pelvic bone.
Reactive 
0 Arthritis
Reactive Arthritis is pain or swelling in a 
2 joint that is caused by an infection in your body. You may also have red, swollen eyes and a swollen urinary tract.
Juvenile Arthritis
03 Juvenile Arthritis is the term used to describe arthritis in children. Arthritis is 
caused by inflammation of the joints.
Osteoarthritis
04 Osteoarthritis usually comes with age and most often affects the fingers, knees, and 
hips. Sometimes osteoarthritis follows a 
joint injury. For example, you might have 
badly injured your knee when young and 
develop arthritis in your knee joint years 
later.
Psoriatic 
Arthritis
05 Psoriatic Arthritis can occur in people who 
have psoriasis (scaly red and white skin 
patches). It affects the skin, joints, and 
areas where tissues attach to bone. 
Rheumatoid 
Arthritis
06 Rheumatoid arthritis happens when the body’s own defense system doesn’t work 
properly. It affects joints and bones (often 
of the hands and feet), and may also 
affect internal organs and systems. You 
may feel sick or tired, and you may have a 
fever.
Symptoms of Arthritis
● Pain, redness, heat, and swelling in your joints. 
● Trouble moving around.
● Fever.
● Weight loss.
● Breathing problems.
● Rash or itch.
Causes of Arthritis
Some genes have been identified 
in certain types of arthritis, such 
as rheumatoid arthritis and 
juvenile arthritis. People with 
osteoarthritis may have inherited 
cartilage weakness
How is 
Arthritis 
diagnosed?
How is Arthritis diagnosed?
If you’re experiencing severe symptoms, you may 
choose to schedule an appointment with a 
rheumatologist first. This may lead to a faster 
diagnosis and treatment.
They will perform a physical exam to check for fluid 
around the joints, warm or red joints, and document 
the range of motion in the joints. A doctor can refer 
you to a specialist if needed.
How is 
Arthritis 
treated?
The main goal of treatment 
is to reduce the amount of 
pain you’re experiencing and 
prevent additional damage 
to the joints. You’ll learn 
what works best for you in 
terms of managing pain.
In general, treatment for arthritis involves a 
combination of:
Medications and Occupational 
Physical therapy Nutrient-rich Heat and cold 
supplements therapy diet Regular exercisecompresses
Physical therapy involving exercises that help strengthen the 
Physical Therapy muscles around the affected joint is a core component of arthritis treatment. Collectively, these can help build strength, flexibility, and 
balance to improve mobility while also preventing falls.
Recommendations
Treatment for arthritis depends on the type, 
severity and location of the disorder. 
● Medication: Available prescription and non-
prescription medications can reduce joint 
inflammation and pain.
● Therapy: Physical therapy and exercise can improve 
the range of motion and flexibility while improving 
muscle and bone strength. Other options include 
massage therapy, water therapy or orthotics.
● Surgery: Joint replacement (arthroplasty) or joint 
fusion surgery may be the best treatment option for 
some patients.
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