Hand Arthritis

Woman with arthritis massaging hands in pain

Hand arthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and it can be both painful and disabling. The smooth functioning of the hand multiple small joints is necessary to produce fine motion.  When the joints of the fingers or wrist are affected by arthritis, activities of daily living can become difficult to perform. Learn more [...]

Reactive Arthritis: Triggered By Other Diseases

Arthritis in the knee

  There are certain diseases that are dependent on another type of infection or illness to trigger their occurrence. One of these diseases is reactive arthritis, also known as Reiter’s Syndrome. This type of arthritis is defined as being “reactive” because it is caused by another condition. Reactive arthritis will only strike after someone gets [...]

Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis: What It Really Is and Its Treatment Options

Child in pain from JRA

  When we hear rheumatoid arthritis, we immediately think about aging adults.  Indeed, they represent the typical sufferers of this incapacitating disease. But did you know that children as young as 6 months of age could be affected? It can be the case, as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a form of RA that begins anytime [...]

Is Arthritis Hereditary?

Heredity and arthritis

If you have seen some of your family members suffering from arthritis, you may wonder: “Is arthritis hereditary?”. When we know how debilitating this disease can be, we seek a true answer to that important question. By seeing things coming, we can act now to improve our general health and prevent any future deterioration. So, [...]

Common Types of Arthritis

Arthritis affecting joints

  Arthritis is an inflammatory disease affecting the joints, causing pain, swelling and loss of movement. It’s the second cause of disability in people over the age of 55, right after heart disease.  50 millions of Americans are affected by arthritis. There are many forms of arthritis ( about 200 different kinds), each with its [...]

Types of Arthritis in the Feet: Understand and Care

arthritis in the feet

  There are over 30 joints in each of the feet. If arthritis develops in one or more of these joints, walking and basic mobility can become difficult. Common symptoms of arthritis in the feet include pain, limited mobility and swelling. Deformities may appear at later stages. Find out what are the most common types [...]