Arthritis

• What are the Causes of Arthritis? Most forms of arthritis are thought to be caused by a fault in the immune system that causes the body to attack its own tissues in the joints. This may be inherited genetically. Arthritis caused by an Infection is called reactive Arthritis.

• Can everyone Get Arthritis?Who is most likely to get arthritis? More than 50 million adults and 300,000 children have some type of Arthritis. It is most common among women and occurs more frequently as people get older. Common arthritis joint symptoms include swelling, pain, stiffness and decreased range of motions.

• What are two commons types of Arthritis?There are several types of Arthritis Osteoarthritis and rhematoid.

• What are ways to prevent Arthritis?
• How to avoid achy joints. You can't always prevent arthritis. ...
• Eat fish. Certain fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, a healthy polyunsaturated fat. ...
• Control your weight. Your knees have to support your body weight. ...
• Exercise. ...
• Avoid injury. ...
• Protect your joints. ...
• See your doctor.

• How is it treated?
• Treatment of arthritis generally includes rest, occupational or physical therapy, exercise, drugs, and sometimes surgery to correct joint damage. Treatments for osteoarthritis generally can help relieve pain and stiffness, but the disease may continue to progress