Arthritis Strategy

Physical activity is any movement that uses your muscles and uses more energy than when you are at rest. You can be active when you work or volunteer, travel to and from places, do housework and yard work, and enjoy leisure activities. You participate in paid and unpaid work, education, and recreational activities. Walking, swimming, …

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term inflammatory condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. The hands, wrists and feet are commonly affected, but any joint can be affected. RA is an autoimmune condition that occurs when the body’s immune system, which normally fights infection, starts attacking healthy joints. Sometimes symptoms can suddenly …

Obesity is a risk factor for some types of arthritis and makes all types of arthritis harder to control. But it’s not just obese people who are at risk. If you’re more than 10 pounds overweight, you’re putting unhealthy stress on your joints. If you want to have an advantage in protecting your joint health, …

Being overweight can make arthritis worse. So you need to lose weight, but losing weight is hard enough and adding stiffness, pain and fatigue to the mix can feel almost impossible. Obesity can make rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and psoriatic arthritis more active and severe. Fat tissue releases proteins called cytokines, which cause inflammation in the …

A variety of diseases and disorders are often associated with being overweight, including many types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and the excruciating pain in the big toe called gout. If you are struggling with chronic joint pain and stiffness, your symptoms may improve after you lose unwanted pounds. What does losing …

Inflammation in its various forms is a perfect recipe for public health, with most people reporting that stress negatively impacts their physical health. The two can create a feedback loop of pain and suffering. If you’ve struggled with arthritis and some form of chronic stress, you need to understand how these conditions interact and counteract …

The more you understand how winter can affect your arthritis symptoms, the easier and more effective you can respond with smart strategies to stay comfortable and mobile throughout the season. People with arthritis often have to think about aspects of their daily lives that those with healthier joints may take for granted, including the change …

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis. It occurs when the smooth, lubricating cartilage that covers the ends of bones begins to wear away at the joints (where two bones meet). This wear and tear can lead to pain, swelling, tenderness, and stiffness. Although OA can develop in any joint, it is most …

Arthritis is a common and potentially debilitating condition that can affect anyone, but some individuals are more susceptible, particularly older adults, postmenopausal women, obese individuals, and those with joint injuries or autoimmune diseases. Arthritis is a group of conditions involving inflammation of one or more joints, resulting in joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. It …

In the elderly, bone and joint problems such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, back pain, neck and shoulder pain are increasingly common and significantly affect the quality of life. Proper joint care not only helps the elderly maintain mobility but also prevents disability and dependence. Why do bones and joints weaken with age? Aging is …