Arthritis isn’t a singular condition. Understanding it is the first step in managing it.
Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Osteoarthritis causes cartilage — the hard, slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones where they form a joint — to break down. Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease in which the immune system attacks the joints, beginning with the lining of joints.
Uric acid crystals, which form when there’s too much uric acid in your blood, can cause gout. Infections or underlying disease, such as psoriasis or lupus, can cause other types of arthritis.
Treatments vary depending on the type of arthritis. The main goals of arthritis treatments are to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life
Recognizing the Symptoms of Arthritis
Stiffness
long they feel stiff will help your doctor determine what type of arthritis you have. When do you
feel most stiff?
- In the morning (how long does it last?)
- Following exercise
- After you’ve been sitting for a while
- After exercising
Swelling
Location of Pain and Stiffness
pain. Different types of arthritis affect different joints or in different patterns (both sides of the body or mostly on one side, for example).
- Fingers
- Hands
- Wrists
- Elbows
- Knees
- Ankles
- Feet
- Shoulders
- Hips
- Jaw
- Lower back
Nature of Joint Symptoms
arthritis or another condition. you have these joint symptoms?
- Stiffness
- Pain
- Warmth
- Redness
- Joint swelling that lasts for more than three days
- Joint swelling that occurs more than three times a month
- Difficulty moving a joint
Other Symptoms
look for or ask you about these symptoms:
- Fatigue
- Scaly, itchy skin
- Changes to finger and toe nails
- Rashes
- Fever
- Weight loss
- Hair loss in spots or around the hairline
Types
Gout
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Psoriatic arthritis
Reactive arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Septic arthritis
Thumb arthritis
Arthritis Treatment
There’s a lot to consider in coming up with the most effective treatment plan possible.
Treating Arthritis with a Total Wellness Plan
Medications for Arthritis
Physical Therapy for Arthritis
Tracking Disease Activity in Inflammatory Arthritis
Natural Relief for Arthritis Pain
Arthritis Self-Management, You Need to Know
Follow these eight self-management habits to help you take control of your arthritis.
A diagnosis of arthritis can be overwhelming. You’re dealing with a lot of new information. You may feel worried about the future. And you’re getting used to talking with different health care providers who help you manage your disease. A chronic illness can be a lot to handle but rest assured, you can do it.
You’ll play a big role in getting your disease under control and staying as healthy as possible. The term is called self-management. Self-management is about making healthy lifestyle choices and learning to manage the physical and emotional effects of arthritis. It may feel a little like you’re going back to school but take it one step at a time. You’ll need to learn all you can about your disease and build a strong partnership your doctors. These self-management habits can help you successfully manage your disease:
Management Tips
- Be Organized
- Manage Pain
- Address the Emotional Side
- Tackle Fatigue
- Improve Sleep
- Get Moving
- Balance Activity With Rest
- Eat a Balanced Diet
NB:
Before all of that, you should consult a doctor, Bahnano is the only your Treatment Center that is ready to treat you or show you how to self-treat the Arthritis.
