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ARTHRITIS

what is arthritis?

Arthritis” literally means inflammation of the joints. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as the elbow or knee. There are many different types of arthritis with different causes and treatments. Some types, other joints, like your eyes, heart, or skin, it can also affect the rest of the body

Arthritis” literally means inflammation of the joints. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as the elbow or knee. There are many different types of arthritis with different causes and treatments. Some types, other joints, like your eyes, heart, or skin, it can also affect the rest of the body
X-rays may show the joint changes and bone damage found in some types of arthritis. …

Ultrasound. Ultrasound uses sound waves (not radiation) to see the quality of synovial tissue, ligaments, tendons, and bones.

Some over-the-counter medications — such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) — can help ease knee pain. Some people find relief by rubbing the affected knee with creams that contain a numbing agent, such as lidocaine, or capsaicin, the substance that makes chili peppers hot.